{"id":13680,"date":"2022-11-17T11:35:37","date_gmt":"2022-11-17T16:35:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ncseagrant.ncsu.edu\/?page_id=13680"},"modified":"2024-05-01T13:05:28","modified_gmt":"2024-05-01T17:05:28","slug":"strengthening-the-blue-economy","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/ncseagrant.ncsu.edu\/solutions-for-coastal-nc\/strengthening-the-blue-economy\/","title":{"rendered":"Strengthening the Blue Economy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n\n\n\n

North Carolina’s oceans and coastal areas and resources shape a vital segment of the state’s economy, particularly for coastal counties. Thousands of jobs and billions of dollars in revenue for our state depend on the ocean and coast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A sustainable blue economy <\/strong>emerges when economic activity is in balance with the long-term capacity of the ocean’s ecosystems. North Carolina Sea Grant actively bolsters the blue economy through numerous projects and initiatives, supporting consumers and businesses alike.<\/p>\n\n\n

Blue Economy Information Series<\/h2>

This information series describes research and extension activities related to the state\u2019s ocean economy and the underlying natural resources.<\/p>

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Resources for Seafood Consumers<\/h2><\/a>
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Seafood consumers can savor a diverse array of delicacies from our coast. North Carolina Sea Grant’s research-based resources help consumers maximize their enjoyment with tried and true recipes, tips on seafood safety and preparation, info on seasonal availability, and much more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Customers line up to but their fresh NC seafood from B&J Seafood in New Bern. Photo by NCSU<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n