2026 NAA Membership Survey - National Aquaculture Association

2026 NAA Membership Survey

U.S. aquaculture is at a critical crossroads. As the industry faces growing regulatory challenges, increasing global competition, persistent misinformation, and continued domestic reliance on imported seafood, the need for a strong and effective National Aquaculture Association has never been greater.

The strength of NAA depends on the engagement and input of its members. This survey is an opportunity to help shape the direction and future of the association by identifying what matters most to you, where NAA is delivering value, how we can improve, and where to focus our efforts in the years ahead. Your feedback will directly inform future programs, services, communications, advocacy work, and resource allocation decisions.

While this survey is being distributed to NAA members, we also encourage you to share it with your colleagues in U.S. aquaculture and ask them to participate. Hearing from a broad cross-section of producers, suppliers, researchers, educators, and industry partners will help ensure the survey results accurately reflect the diverse perspectives and needs of the entire U.S. aquaculture community.

This survey should take approximately 5–7 minutes to complete.

Thank you for taking the time to offer your insights and perspective. You are helping us chart a strong course for the future of NAA and U.S. aquaculture.

We value your honest feedback and are committed to protecting participant privacy. Individual responses will remain confidential and will not be shared in any form that identifies specific respondents or organizations. We may share general survey results about the priorities, concerns, and needs of the aquaculture community as a whole, but we will not identify specific participants or share individual responses.

Fields marked with an * are required.

ABOUT YOU AND YOUR ORGANIZATION
These questions help us understand the different priorities and perspectives represented across the diverse sectors, organizations, and roles that make up the U.S. aquaculture community.

How long have you worked in aquaculture? *

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

1-3 Years

3-5 Years

5-10 Years

10-15 Years

15-25 Years

25 + Years

Are you and/or your company members of NAA? *

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

YES

Former Members of NAA

If you answered YES, how long have you or your company/operation been members of NAA?

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

One year or less

2-5 Years

5-10 Years

More than 10 Years

What is your role? *

PLEASE SELECT ALL THAT APPLY

Owner/Executive

Manager

Technical/Operations

Sales/Marketing

Policy/Advocacy

Researcher

Professional Services

Other

What is the size of your company or organization? *

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

1-5 Employees

5-10 Employees

10-25 Employees

25-50 Employees

50-100 Employees

100-250 Employees

250-500 Employees

500-1000 Employees

Over 1000 Employees

Where do you operate? *

Where is your farm, operation, or organization located? If you work remotely, please provide the primary location of the farm, company, or organization you work for.

Do you also operate outside of the U.S?

Please indicate if you have operations in any of these global regions:

North America

South America

Europe

Asia

Oceana

Africa

Central America

YOUR PRIORITIES
Please indicate how important each of the following services, programs, and priorities is to you and/or your organization.

Federal Advocacy/Policy Representation *

Political advocacy and policy work on aquaculture industry issues in Washington, D.C. and with Congress.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

Regulatory Monitoring and Assistance *

Monitoring, analysis, information, and assistance related to aquaculture regulations at the federal and/or state levels.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

Research Advocacy *

Advocating for increased public investment in aquaculture research and encouraging federal and state partners to support research that advances U.S. aquaculture.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

Respond to Misinformation and Activism *

Responding to misinformation, activist campaigns, and public narratives that may negatively impact aquaculture and the industry's reputation.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

Industry Promotion / Public Perception *

Promoting aquaculture and increasing public understanding, awareness, and support for U.S. aquaculture.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

Business Resources & Support *

Access to business resources, tools, and assistance related to financing, insurance, workforce development, hiring, and other operational challenges facing aquaculture businesses.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

Networking / Relationships *

Connecting with other aquaculture farms, businesses, organizations, and professionals through NAA.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

Access to Information / Updates *

Information and updates on industry news, policy developments, regulatory issues, research, and emerging trends.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

Conferences & Events *

Participation in Aquaculture America and other aquaculture conferences, meetings, and industry events.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

Business Development Opportunities *

Access to aquaculture farms, businesses, suppliers, and customers for business development, marketing, and sales opportunities.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

Very Important

Somewhat Important

Not Important

Not Sure

NAA PERFORMANCE
Please indicate how well NAA is currently meeting your expectations in each of the following areas.

Federal Advocacy / Policy Representation *

NAA policy work on aquaculture industry issues in Washington, D.C. and with Congress.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

Regulatory Monitoring and Assistance *

NAA monitoring, analysis, information, and assistance on aquaculture regulations at the federal and/or state levels.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

Respond to Misinformation and Activism *

NAA response to misinformation, activist campaigns, and public narratives that negatively impact aquaculture and the industry's reputation.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

Research Advocacy *

How well is NAA advocating for increased public investment in aquaculture research and encouraging federal and state partners to support research that advances U.S. aquaculture?

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

Industry Promotion / Public Perception *

NAA efforts to increase public understanding, awareness, and support for U.S. aquaculture.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

Networking / Relationships *

NAA efforts to connect members, foster collaboration, and build relationships across the aquaculture community.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

Business Resources & Support *

How well does NAA facilitate access to business resources; tools, and assistance related to financing, insurance, workforce development, hiring, and/or other operational challenges facing aquaculture businesses.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

Access to Industry Information and Updates *

NAA's effectiveness in providing timely information and updates on industry news, policy developments, regulatory issues, research, and emerging trends.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

Conferences & Events *

NAA efforts to facilitate Aquaculture America and other aquaculture conferences, meetings, and industry events.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

Business Development Opportunities *

NAA's ability to connect members with aquaculture farms, businesses, suppliers, and customers for business development, marketing, and sales opportunities.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY ONE

NAA Exceeds Expectations

NAA Meets Expectations

NAA Needs Improvement

Not Sure

LOOKING FORWARD AT NAA
As NAA looks to the future, it is important that our programs, services, and resources reflect the priorities of our membership. The following questions will help us better understand where members believe NAA should focus its time, attention, and resources in the years ahead.

Which THREE areas should be NAA's highest priorities over the next 1 to 3 years? *

Thinking about NAA's future direction, please select the THREE areas where you believe the association should focus the greatest amount of time, attention, and resources over the next 1 to 3 years.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY THREE

Federal Advocacy & Policy

Regulatory Support & Assistance

Responding to Misinformation

Industry Promotion & Public Perception

Educational Offerings

Conferences & Events

Industry News & Updates

Which THREE areas should be NAA's lowest priorities over the next 1 to 3 years? *

Thinking about NAA's future direction, please select the THREE areas that should receive the lowest level of focus and investment from the association over the next 1 to 3 years.

PLEASE SELECT ONLY THREE

Federal Advocacy & Policy

Regulatory Support & Assistance

Responding to Misinformation

Industry Promotion & Public Perception

Educational Offerings

Conferences & Events

Industry News & Updates

NAA COMMUNICATIONS
These questions will help NAA evaluate how we communicate with members, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure important information is reaching members through the channels they prefer.

How do you prefer to hear from NAA? *

PLEASE SELECT ALL THAT APPLY

Email Updates

Monthly Newsletter

Social Media

Conferences & Webinars

Urgent Action Alerts

Do you follow NAA on social media? *

Which social media platforms do you use to follow or connect with NAA?

PLEASE SELECT ALL THAT APPLY

Facebook

Instagram

X (Formerly Twitter)

YouTube

Don't Follow NAA

Not Sure

Do you hear from NAA enough? *

How often do you want to hear from NAA?

Weekly

Bi-weekly

Monthly

Only When Important

FINAL QUESTIONS

How likely are you to renew your membership? *

Understanding members' intentions to renew helps NAA evaluate member satisfaction, identify opportunities for improvement, and better serve the needs of our membership.

Very Likely

Likely

Unlikely

Unsure

Not Applicable

Is there anything else you would like NAA leadership to know? (OPTIONAL)

We welcome any additional feedback you would like to share.

If you are an NAA Member, what would make your membership more valuable? OPTIONAL

We welcome any suggestions, ideas, or feedback that would help NAA better serve you.

Would you be willing to participate in a brief follow-up conversation? *

Some of our most valuable insights come from one-on-one conversations. If you are willing, a member of NAA staff may contact you for a brief follow-up discussion about your survey responses and experiences.

Yes

If you answered YES, how can we reach you?

If you answered "YES," please provide your preferred contact information so NAA staff can reach out to schedule a brief conversation.

Email Address for Prize Drawing

If you would like to be entered into the drawing for a Sunset Catamaran Cruise for Two in Honolulu during Aquaculture America 2027 (or an equivalent prize), please provide your email address below. Email addresses will be used only for prize notification and will not be connected to your survey responses.

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