PLoS ONE· 2026Q1
Trust dynamics among aquaculture producers and regulators in the midwestern United States
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Short summary
Aquaculture producers in the Midwest desire stronger interpersonal relationships and more vocal industry advocacy from regulators to foster trust and sustainable growth.
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Key points
- The trust ecology framework was applied to aquaculture producer-regulator relationships for the first time.
- Producers experience multiple dimensions of trust with regulators, which are susceptible to threats.
- Stronger interpersonal relationships between regulators and producers are crucial for sustainable growth.
- Producers desire more vocal advocacy for the industry within the regulatory system.
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Abstract
This qualitative study explores the relationship between producers and regulators in aquaculture production in the midwestern United States. We use the trust ecology framework to illustrate both how different dimensions of trust are present among aquaculture producers and how the dimensions of trust might be threatened. This is the first application of the trust ecology framework in aquaculture. Our findings emphasize the importance of building stronger interpersonal relationships between regulatory agencies and aquaculture producers to promote more sustainable growth in the sector. Additionally, our research shows that producers feel a need for more vocal advocacy for the industry within the regulatory system to ensure that their needs and perspectives are considered by regulators and policymakers. These findings illustrate how trust influences the relationship between producers and regulators and how building trust might allow the industry to work together to grow production and, potentially, sustainability.
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Field: General Agricultural and Biological Sciences
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