Wisconsin Aquaculture Association

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Background
The Wisconsin Aquaculture Association is the voice of aquaculture in the state. Legislators and state officials look to the WAA for input on legislation and regulations and often seek opinions from the Board regarding new research, marketing and financing programs designed to assist the expansion of aquaculture in the state.

Membership
WAA is a membership association which is solely supported by membership dues and by advertising in The Creel, the quarterly newsletter of the organization.

For more information, contact
Hugo Kettula
Seven Pines Fishery, Inc.
1029 Clam Falls Drive
Frederic, WI 54837-4705

Phone 715-653-2271
Fax: 715-653-4129

What is Aquaculture?
Aquaculture is the controlled cultivation of aquatic plant and animal species. In Wisconsin, aquaculture is agriculture.

Wisconsin farms are raising fish for human consumption. More and more consumers are turning to farm-raised fish from Wisconsin because of the possible health risks associated with eating contaminated fish from polluted waters.

Aquacultured fish are raised under carefully monitored and controlled conditions to assure a constant supply of high quality, healthy fish. Wisconsin aquaculturists raise over 19 different species of fish, including trout, salmon, tilapia, walleye, yellow persch, bass, northern pike and many others.

Studies show that fish is a healthful addition to your diet. Fish is high in prtein and low in fat. Some studies also suggest that the omega-3 fatty acides present in fish may lower the risk of heart disease.

Fresh Fish: What to look for
A fresh fish does not smell fishy. Actually, fresh fish has:
  • a mild smell and
  • firm flesh that shows no sign of deterioration or mold.
Don't eat fish that does not meet these qualifications.

Proper handling of fresh fish
Here are some things to remember:
  • Cook fish as soon as possible to avoid spoilage.
  • Store uncooked portions in a cool refrigerator for no more than three days or freeze them immediately to avoid the growth of harmful bacteria.
  • Use only the refrigerator or the microwave oven to thaw frozen fish. Do not refreeze unused portions a second time.

Thanks to the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection
for information on this page.

This section is under construction. Please check back often for more information.


Revised: April 8, 1998Copyright 1998 Century Trout Farm, Oregon WI Email: mrhanson@wistrout.com

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