Talbot promoted to new position Matthew Talbot, an 18-year veteran with the Maine Marine Patrol, was promoted in October to the newly created rank of Captain. “This is a position that will be responsible for … Continue reading
Category: Miscellaneous, MLA NewsLast year my 80-year-old mother had a stroke. While washing her face one morning, cells in her brain’s right hemisphere gave way. Blood flooded the area. Immediately her left side collapsed as messages from the … Continue reading
Category: Health and Safety, Miscellaneous, PeopleMoney for new lobster markets Food Export USA–Northeast will provide $20 million in funding from its Agriculture Trade Promotion Program to all food exporters, with a special focus on helping the New England lobster industry … Continue reading
Category: MiscellaneousBy Crystal Canney, Protect Maine’s Fishing Heritage Aquaculture is a rapidly growing industry in Maine. As recent articles in Landings have pointed out, in 2018 it was valued at nearly $72 million. And, over the … Continue reading
Category: MiscellaneousAs the lobster industry’s marketing arm, the Maine Lobster Marketing Collaborative (MLMC) enjoys the power of representing a strong and beloved brand. But we also have to address the same challenges that face all sectors … Continue reading
Category: MiscellaneousThe Maine Lobstermen’s Association (MLA) was established in 1954. In that year a determined group of lobstermen banded together to gain greater control of their fishery and the price paid for their hard work. Since … Continue reading
Category: MiscellaneousYou may think you are healthy and strong. Yet all it takes is a minuscule, invisible scrap of life called a virus to send you whimpering to your bed or, in some cases, to the … Continue reading
Category: MiscellaneousOn September 18, the Sea Princess left Northeast Harbor with passengers bound for a celebration. She was accompanied by lobster boats laden with guests and beverages, all headed to Little Cranberry Isle. The fine September … Continue reading
Category: MiscellaneousDuring the past six months, the MLA has dedicated the majority of its resources to fight for fair treatment of Maine lobstermen in the face of the emerging federal whale rules. Given our limited staff … Continue reading
Category: MiscellaneousWhile small, one- or two-person aquaculture businesses have seen an uptick in Maine in recent years, the state has also been selected as the site for several large, land-based aquaculture projects operated by national and … Continue reading
Category: Miscellaneous