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Farming of seaweed and related edible products has increased in Maine, but tapping into what consumers would buy or eat can pose challenges.
Nordic Aquafarms earlier this year abandoned its proposal to build a land-based salmon farm at the site and listed the 53.9 acres for $2 million.
The federal agency charged with setting fishing quotas had been sidelined by ongoing policy changes coming from the Trump administration. The fishery was reopened April 21.
Crucial data such as water temperature, salinity, wind and past weather patterns are helpful to compare year to year, said one fisherman.
The executive order “recognizes the challenges our fishing families and communities face and we appreciate the commitment to reduce burdensome regulations and strengthen the competitiveness of American seafood.”
The Maine Lobster Museum, set to open its digital doors on May 8, will offer visitors a virtual tour of all things lobster from biology to culinary traditions and Lady Gaga’s famous bejeweled headpiece.
A number of Maine fisherman set up operations in Gloucester, Mass., during peak scallop season. But NOAA's pause on the scallop season has put some Mainers in limbo.
The construction timeline, originally planned to break ground in 2023, will be determined by current economic and financial conditions, which the company is assessing.
The Maine Coast Fishermen’s Association in Brunswick and the Maine chapter of the Nature Conservancy said the Fisheries Trust of Maine is designed to ensure that there are permits and quotas available for fishermen to lease.
Greater Portland Council of Governments upgraded information to help Casco Bay municipalities, harbormasters, aquaculture farmers and coastal stakeholders manage nearshore resources more effectively.
Maine has a long history of sustainable use of its ocean and coastal resources. But the state’s efforts to support ocean-related industries have been “disorganized.”
The long-running Portland Boat Show has transitioned to new owners. The Portland Sports Complex on Warren Avenue will continue to host the annual event.
Maine leads the nation in seaweed farming; one million pounds of kelp were harvested last spring. Seaweed Week is the largest seaweed food and drink festival in North America.
The Maine Seafood Reception, held in conjunction with the Seafood Expo North America, drew more than 200 industry attendees from across the United States.
Deborah Bronk is leading Bigelow Lab's expansion with the upcoming opening of its $31 million, 25,000-square-foot Center for Ocean Education and Innovation, to support expanded programming and solutions-focused science.
The goal is to provide education around farmed seafood’s contributions to Maine and the regulations governing it.
Tariffs, volatile financial markets and economic uncertainty are all creating concerns for businesses.
Some bigger corporations, like Microsoft Corp. and Dow Inc., have delayed big projects.
We're curious if businesses in Maine are delaying or canceling expansion plans.
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