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Both new and seasoned seafood retailers need training in catch methods, sustainable fisheries management, where seafood comes from, how to evaluate quality, handle seafood safely and efficiently and a range of other topics.

Providing Seafood Safety Training and Education

Improper seafood handling and storage by fishermen, shellfish gatherers, processors and retailers are of great concern to consumers and cause potential human safety problems.  Improved temperature control, handling and sanitation are needed at all levels of harvesting, processing and distribution to protect consumer safety and maximize the economic value of the products. In an ever-changing marketplace, Washington Sea Grant helps buyers and sellers make the most of the challenges and changes they currently face.

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Contacts

• Sarah Fisken, Continuing Education Coordinator, 206.543.1225, sfisken@u.washington.edu
• Steve C. Harbell, Marine Field Agent, 360.875.9331, sharbell@u.washington.edu
• Teri L. King, Marine Water Quality Specialist, 360.432.3054, guatemal@u.washington.edu

Related Publications

• Seafood in the 21st Century (Sea Star article)
• Gathering Safe Shellfish in Washington: Avoiding Paralytic Shellfish Poisoning (1.8MB PDF*)

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