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Amid changing federal research funding landscapes, the partnership will support blue economy research and development and create commercialization pathways.
Money was made immediately available for the upcoming year, with funding for two additional years contingent on future appropriations by Congress.
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.
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Next year will bring a host of new challenges for businesses looking to add employees to the payroll.
Maine's Paid Family and Medical Leave law will go into effect, which will allow an employee to take paid leave for up to 12 weeks to care for an ill family member or new child, for instance.
The state's minimum wage will increase by 45 cents an hour, to $15.10 (a separate minimum wage provision was approved in Portland that will raise the hourly compensation to $19 within three years).
And rising health care premiums will continue to be a struggle for employers.
For companies that plan to grow, all of these factors will have to be managed.
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