### Question
How is the "aquaculture" defined?


### Answer
The term **aquaculture** is defined in *7 U.S.C. § 1522* as follows -

> the propagation and rearing of aquatic species in controlled or selected environments, including shellfish cultivation on grants or leased bottom and ocean ranching

#### Citation:
  - *7 U.S.C. § 1522*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 36-CROP INSURANCE > SUBCHAPTER I-FEDERAL CROP INSURANCE**

