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Fisheries Matter: Fishackathon Problem Statements Offer Diverse Issues for Coders

April 19, 2016 — Globally, the demand for fish is growing due to a combination of population growth, urbanization, and increasing wealth. Fish supply-demand research suggests that aquaculture production will need to double by 2030 to meet the world’s growing demand and needs. Fisheries are currently in serious danger, and the issues mentioned above need our utmost attention. Given that these issues do not always make headlines, Fishackathon aims to provide a bigger platform to remind the public that fisheries matter.

But these issues are everyday topics of conversation, research, and collaboration among dozens of government agencies and hundreds of scientific and conservation organizations. The Secretary’s Office of Global Partnerships (S/GP) received over 50 problem statement submissions this year, representing a diverse set of organizations and topics. The problem statements were solicited far and wide from NGOs, universities, think tanks, and individuals passionate about fisheries issues across the globe. We set up a panel of expert judges from across sectors to review each submission against specified criteria, including relevance, feasibility, and willingness to follow up with teams after the hackathon to develop the solutions for real-world use.

Read the full story at The Daily Catch

NEW JERSEY: Fiocchi Urges Fishing Industry to Apply for NOAA Grants

September 18, 2015 — TRENTON, N.J. – Assemblyman Sam Fiocchi is urging businesses and individuals involved with commercial and recreational fisheries to apply for $10 million in grants made available by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for projects that improve and enhance fisheries and coastal ecosystems.

“Fishing is an important part of the South Jersey economy and these grants present an opportunity to sustain and improve this industry,” said Fiocchi, R-Cumberland, Cape May and Atlantic. “Individuals or companies that understand the benefits of fishing, value the ecosystem of marine life and have proposals to further develop aquaculture should apply for an NOAA grant. People who earn a living or enjoy fishing may have a project that benefits not only New Jersey, but fisheries throughout the country.”

The application deadline is Nov. 2. Forty grants will be awarded, ranging from $50,000 to $250,000. Citizens of the U.S., corporations, associations and non-profit entities are eligible for the program. For more information, visit http://www.nmfs.noaa.gov/mb/financial_services/skhome.htm or www.grants.gov.

Read the full story at Cape May County Herald 

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