Kate Masury will be joing us at SMAST East 101-103 on February 26, from 3-4! Kate Masury, executive director at Eating with the Ecosystem, will be discussing “Understanding Seafood Supply Chains: Strengthening Connections Between Fisheries, Markets, and Ecosystems”. Please join us at SMAST or on Zoom!

 

Abstract:

New England’s seafood supply chains are dynamic and complex, shaped by ecological shifts, regulatory frameworks, and evolving consumer demand. While the region lands an incredible diversity of seafood, much of it is exported, and local markets remain dominated by imports. How can we build more resilient, place-based seafood supply chains that better support both fisheries and communities? This talk will explore these challenges through the work of Eating with the Ecosystem and its efforts to promote a more adaptive, ecosystem-based approach to local seafood. A key focus will be the Markets to Models project, a collaboration with UMass Dartmouth’s School for Marine Science and Technology (SMAST), which is piloting an innovative marketplace model to better illustrate the connections between seafood supply chains, fisheries, and ecosystems. By mapping these connections, the project aims to identify strengths and vulnerabilities within supply chains, providing valuable insights for improving market resilience and sustainability. We’ll examine how strengthening local seafood networks can enhance economic opportunities, promote ecosystem-based management, and increase access to fresh, locally harvested seafood. By rethinking how seafood moves from boat to plate, we can create a more transparent, sustainable, and adaptive future for New England’s fisheries.