As conditions continue to change in the Gulf of Maine, it is crucial that biologists and oceanographers work together to generate the science needed to sustainably manage the lobster fishery. The stock assessment model and … Continue reading
Category: Programs, ScienceThere’s a new lobster cooperative in Maine. Lobster 207, located in Lamoine, is operated by the Maine Lobstering Union, a local of the International Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Union, which was established in 2013. … Continue reading
Category: Management, ProgramsPatrick Shepard, 30, grew up in a fishing family in Stonington, Maine. He graduated high school in 2006, went to college and returned home to work for the Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries. This interview … Continue reading
Category: Community Voices, ProgramsThe fall groundfish trawl survey conducted by the State of Maine Dept. of Marine Resources is scheduled to begin October 1 in New Hampshire working east to Lubec. The ME/NH trawl survey provides valuable information … Continue reading
Category: Management, ProgramsThe Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries, a 15-year old nonprofit in Stonington that works to secure a sustainable future for fishing and fishing communities, has launched a new virtual reality exhibit as part of Discovery … Continue reading
Category: Miscellaneous, Programs, ScienceAfter a four-year hiatus, lobstermen will again be hauling in prizes at the Harpswell Lobster Boat Races. The races will take place Sunday, July 29, at Pott’s Harbor beginning at 10 a.m. There will be … Continue reading
Category: People, ProgramsThe Maine Marine Trades Association (MMTA) has a new leader. Stacey Keefer took over as executive director earlier this year, stepping into the post held by Susan Swanton for more than twenty years. The MMTA … Continue reading
Category: Community Voices, ProgramsDMR staff provided a comprehensive review of lobster research and recent landings during a session at the Maine Fishermen’s Forum. Department of Marine Resources (DMR) Commissioner Patrick Keliher announced the much anticipated news about 2017 … Continue reading
Category: Programs, ScienceThe Maine Lobster Marketing Collaborative (MLMC) is entering its sixth year of operation. Created by the Legislature in 2013, the MLMC has focused its activities on differentiating Maine lobster in the minds of consumers, driving … Continue reading
Category: ProgramsIn 1999 Maine passed a law that created the state’s Renewables Portfolio Standard, which mandated that 40% of retail electricity sold in the state would come from renewable sources by 2017. In 2009, an additional … Continue reading
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