V-notching is a conservation practice that lobstermen have been employing since the early 20th century. Researchers of UMaine, NOAA and the Gulf of Maine Research Institute estimate that the increase in the Gulf of Maine … Continue reading
V-Notching Remains Critical to the Sustainability of Maine ‘s Lobster Stocks
Concerned by the apparent decline among lobstermen in V-notching egg-bearing female lobster, a Downeast lobsterman has decided to take action. He is collaborating with Brooks Trap Mill to provide all newly licensed lobstermen in the … Continue reading