1. people who cultivate or raise organisms, especially fish, shellfish, or other aquatic life for commercial purposes
Usage: aquaculture
2. people who cultivate or grow crops, plants, or other organisms
Usage: agriculture

Examples

• The oyster culturists harvested their crop after two years of careful tending.
• Marine culturists are experimenting with new methods to raise salmon sustainably.
• Local culturists supply fresh trout to restaurants throughout the region.
• The conference brought together culturists from around the world to share techniques.
• Pearl culturists must maintain precise water conditions for their mollusks.
• These culturists specialize in growing organic vegetables for the farmers market.