Genetics / Escapement / Genetically Modified Organisms

1. Is This a Fish and Is It Safe to Eat?: GMOs and Food Safety in Fisheries
   • Christopher K. Vanderpool, Sociology and Fisheries & Wildlife, Michigan State University
2. Market Introduction of Transgenic Aquaculture Products: An Overview of the Societal Issues
   • Elliot Entis, Aqua Bounty Farms
3. Regulating Transfer and Stocking of Fish from Private Fish Hatcheries to Maintain Genetic Integrity of Fish Stocks in Minnesota
   • Steve Hirsch, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
4. Use of Natural Ponds for Fish and Baitfish Production: An Industry Perspective
   • Mike Lint, West Central Bait, Inc., and Minnesota Aquaculture Association

Aquatic Nuisance Species

1. The Perspective of Great Lakes Fisheries Managers
   • William Horns, Council of Lake Committees
2. Aquaculture: Its Role In The Spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species
   • William Hershberger, National Center for Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture
3. The HACCP Approach to Prevent The Spread of Aquatic Nuisance Species by Aquaculture and Baitfish Operations
   • Jeffrey Gunderson, Minnesota Sea Grant College Program
   • Ronald Kinnunen, Michigan Sea Grant College Program
4. Regional Aquaculture and Concepts of Environmental Sustainability
   • Jennifer Nalbone, Great Lakes United

Aquatic Health

1. Private Aquaculture Industry Perspective on Fish Disease Management
   • John R. MacMillan, Clear Springs Foods, Inc.
2. Addressing Uncertainty in Fish Disease Control Policy in Canada and U.S.A.
   • Meg A. Thorburn, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph
   • Chris M. Good, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph
   • N. Nathalie Bruneau, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph
3. Wisconsin's Veterinary Medicine Approach to Aquaculture
   • Myron Kebus, Wisconsin Department of Agriculture
     Trade & Consumer Protection, Division of Animal Health
4. A Natural Resource Management Agency's Perspective on Aquatic Animal Health
   • Joe W. Marcino, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
5. Aquatic Health Policies-A Midwest Perspective
   • Robert Baldwin, Aqua Springs Fish Farm
6. Aquaculture Disease from a Natural Resource Protection Perspective
   • John Hnath, Michigan Department of Natural Resources

Aquaculture Effluents

1. Perspectives on Aquaculture and The Environment
   • John MacMillan, Clear Springs Foods, Inc.
2. Mine Pit Aquaculture in Minnesota: Perspectives on the Environmental and Regulatory Issues, 1988-1999
   • Richard Axler, Natural Resources Research Institute, University of Minnesota
   • Jerald Henneck, Natural Resources Research Institute, University of Minnesota
   • Michael McDonald, Natural Resources Research Institute, University of Minnesota
3. Development and Benefits of Nutrient-Dense Feeds for Trout Culture
   • Gary Fornshell, University of Idaho Cooperative Extension
4. Environmental Assessment Tool for Cage Aquaculture in the Great Lakes: An Overview
   • Deborah J. Brister, University of Minnesota, Department of Fisheries and Wildlife
   • Anne R. Kapuscinski, University of Minnesota, Dept. of Fisheries and Wildlife
5. Aquaculture Effluent Management
   • Dave Smith, Freshwater Farms of Ohio
6. Joint Subcommittee on Aquaculture Approach for Developing National Effluent Limitations Guidelines for Aquaculture Facilities
   • Gary Jensen, National Program Leader - Aquaculture, USDA

Aquaculture Environmental Issues-Group Process