Some love to eat it raw, but other options include fried calamari or crispy squid with green curry.
In Search of the Perfect Bite – Manila Clams with Lap Xuong Sausage in a Spicy Black Bean and Chili Sauce
Manila clams, known for their hardiness and sweet flavor, are the perfect bivalve for ocean farming and the second most aquacultured bivalve worldwide.
“Bite of the Apprentice” Washington State Chefs Association
Through the eeBLUE program, IBSS’s Mark and Lisa Tagal collaborated with Bonney Lake High School’s Culinary Club to explore Merroir concepts, leading to a winning dish for the WSCA’s Bite of the Apprentice competition.
IBSS Awarded the NOAA Alaska Fisheries Science Center Operations, Management, and Information Communication Support Task Order
Under this contract, IBSS will provide Media Specialist III support to the AFSC. The Media Specialist III supports AFSC’s diverse science portfolio by planning and executing the development of media and graphics materials that inform appropriate target audiences of AFSC’s research, accomplishments, and activities.
In Search of the Perfect Bite – Oysters Three Ways
Oysters are the perfect blank canvas for a host of preparations and condiments. From something as simple as slurping a fresh raw oyster to eating a multi-layer dish that explodes with complex layers of flavor.
IBSS Awarded a Grant with the NOAA 2024 eeBLUE Aquaculture Literacy Program
Selected projects are implementing locally relevant, needs-based aquaculture literacy projects that are responsive to the following goals of NOAA’s Community of Practice for Aquaculture Literacy (CoPAL).
Embrace Plastic-Free July: Small Steps, Big Difference
By becoming aware of these plastic-heavy habits, you can start to identify opportunities for change.
The Silent Invaders: Exploring the Impact of Invasive Species on Our Oceans and Coasts
The health of our oceans and coasts is under unprecedented threat, not just from pollution and overfishing, but also from a less visible danger: invasive species.
Tide to Table – Farm to Food. The Merroir of Seafood. Connecting Seafood consumers with Ocean Farming Producers.
As Americans increasingly turn to seafood as a dietary staple, the role of aquaculture in meeting this demand continues to grow. However, despite its importance, aquaculture still faces challenges in public perception, particularly in regions like Washington.









