Primary production is the creation of new organic matter, primarily through photosynthesis. This organic matter serves as the base of the food web for most marine consumers. A team of scientists is working to develop this indicator in order to report on primary productivity and phytoplankton monitoring in Puget Sound.
Vital Sign Indicator Chart
Primary production in marine water
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Key Vital Sign Indicator Results
This is a new indicator and we are working with our partners to compile and report data.