Kelp Jobs

[liz_49]

I’’ really interested in getting a job in a kelp farm ideally in California as just a farm hand! I’m doing fishery observing in Alaska for the summer but want to start setting myself of for focusing on kelp forestry/aquaculture but don’t know how to find jobs at farms since I’m so new to the industry. Any guidance or advice would be greatly appreciated:)

[jwhis]

@liz_49 Hi! Seaweed farms in CA are few and far between. I think there are <5 that are permitted in the state. A couple previous posts that may be helpful to you for more context:

1. New resource: StoryMap on seaweed aquaculture in California
2. Hot off the press: NOAA's guide to California aquaculture leasing & permitting

Those resources may have links to the farms in the state as well, and you can try reaching out to them directly. Hope those help!