Visit Maine Seaweed Council Maine Seaweed Council The Maine Seaweed Council strives to protect the ecosystems of Maine’s marine algae and adhere to sustainable cultivation and harvest practices, promote the use of Maine seaweeds, educate the public, regulators, and elected officials, and provide a collaborative forum for its members. 2020 Maine Seaweed Council
Visit Online Boating Safety Course Online Boating Safety Course Free online boating safety course that is recognized by the U.S. Coast Guard, approved by NASBLA and the Maine state boating license agency. Complete the course in three steps: enroll in a Boating Safety Course from the course catalog, study and pass the free Boating Safety Course, and print out your certificate of completion. 2021 Boat U.S. Foundation
Visit US Farm-Raised Fish and Shellfish Q&A US Farm-Raised Fish and Shellfish Q&A This brochure gives an overview of aquaculture in the U.S. and answers questions that are commonly asked about aquaculture fish and shellfish. 2009 National Aquaculture Association
Visit Leasing Options Leasing Options A general table outlining the various permitting/leasing options in order to conduct aquaculture in Maine waters. 2017 Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center
Visit US Farm-Raised Seafood and Food Safety US Farm-Raised Seafood and Food Safety This brochure gives an overview on the public health safety precautions in place in the aquaculture industry including the Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) and the Interstate Shellfish Sanitation Conference (ISSC). 2012 National Aquaculture Association
Industry Perspective A Guide to Site Selection and Mapping Embarking on a journey in aquaculture is an exciting endeavor, but success begins with careful consideration of site selection and mapping. In the coastal waters of Maine, a region rich in marine biodiversity, choosing the right site is paramount to the success of any aquaculture venture. Alicia Gaiero, Owner 2023
Recommendations for LPA Mooring Systems and Designs When submitting a LPA application one of the details that can make or break your approval is your mooring system. Understanding and installing moorings that work for the load that aquaculture gear generates is crucial and creating an accurate and readable mooring system design in your application is key for your approval. 2021 Casco Marine, LLC