Sea Grant

Science Serving Florida’s Coast

Florida Sea Grant is a university-based program that supports research, education, and outreach to conserve coastal resources while creating economic opportunities for Florida residents.

We operate as a partnership between the Florida Board of Education, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, and Florida’s citizens and governments. Our extension, education, and outreach programs are delivered in collaboration with UF/IFAS Extension and coastal counties throughout the state.

Florida Sea Grant draws on the expertise of more than 800 coastal and ocean scientists from 16 major universities and research laboratories across Florida. We are an integral part of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, one of the nation’s leading Land Grant institutions.

Our 20 extension agents live and work in coastal communities, earning trust as reliable sources of science-based information for local residents. In addition, seven statewide extension specialists lead programs on seafood safety, boating and waterway management, coastal conservation law, aquaculture, and fisheries management—ensuring that our efforts remain highly relevant and impactful.

Our vision and mission

Florida Sea Grant envisions a future where people use our coastal and marine resources in ways that capture the economic and social benefits they offer, while preserving their quality and abundance for future generations.

Florida Sea Grant’s mission is to support integrated research, education and extension to conserve coastal resources and enhance economic opportunities for the people of Florida.