Ocean resources sustain people and economies worldwide—but only if we sustain them. Mote scientists develop technology to produce sustainable, aquaculture-farmed seafood, and we pioneer research to replenish wild fisheries.
Mote scientists raise and responsibly release sportfishes vital to Florida’s economy to help boost populations affected by Florida red tide and other challenges. We also work to fill data gaps on snapper, grouper and other species that must be sustainably managed balance the needs of commercial fisheries and conservation.
We develop technology to farm saltwater animals and plants sustainably. That means cleaning and recycling water, using nutrients from fish culture to fertilize plant crops, and finding other innovative methods to empower food production and conservation together.
