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Visit The Algae Foundation

The Algae Foundation

Providing and promoting lifelong education and learning opportunities for students and professionals, the Algae Foundation seeks to demystify algae by providing unique Algae Academy education modules to bring algae into the classroom, collegiate level courses to prepare the next generation of bioeconomy professionals, and teacher trainings to enhance the science capabilities of our educators.
Website 2021
The Algae Foundation
Visit Rebutting Marine Aquaculture Myths and Unfounded Criticisms

Rebutting Marine Aquaculture Myths and Unfounded Criticisms

A variety of tenacious myths have persisted for decades to be presented as facts to the public and Congress. The U.S. fish and shellfish farmer cultures aquatic animals within a very complicated and expensive legal, husbandry and science-driven environment. We believe that critics are unfamiliar with this environment. Our response to these pernicious myths does not lend itself to short, simple answers; although, we have worked to be as succinct as possible.
PDF 2021
National Aquaculture Association
Visit Food Export USA-Northeast

Food Export USA-Northeast

This non-profit organization helps export Northeast food and agricultural products overseas since 1973. They provides a wide range of services to facilitate trade between local food suppliers and importers around the world including: export education, self-paced training & expert advice, customized export assistance, new market analysis, international marketing &branding, facilitate meetings with international buyers, and a cost-share funding program.
Website 2020
Food Export USA
Visit Maine Harbor Masters

Maine Harbor Masters

List of the over 200 harbor masters and deputy harbor masters in The State of Maine Harbor Masters Association.
Website 2020
State of Maine Harbor Masters Association
Case Study

Kelp Farming Realities

Growing kelp is great for the environment and here is what you'll need to know before starting a kelp farm from a phone interview with Briana Warner.

Briana Warner, Chief Executive Officer (phone interview)
2020
Visit Public Participation in Aquaculture Leasing

Public Participation in Aquaculture Leasing

DMR welcomes and encourages comment on aquaculture lease applications. This explains the process, scoping sessions, submitting a comment, speaking at a public hearing and more.
Website 2020
Maine DMR Division of Aquaculture
Case Study

Starting a Farm in a New Area

Starting a farm can be seem overwhelming especially in an area where it hasn't been done before. Here's how Bar Harbor Oyster Co. overcame their obstacles and created a successful business.

Joanna & Jesse Fogg, business owners
2020
Visit Edible Seaweed Market Analysis

Edible Seaweed Market Analysis

A critical study that describes the growth potential for Maine's edible seaweed market over the next fifteen years. This report documents the size and nature of the business opportunity and identifies the requirements for sustainable growth.
PDF 2020
Island Institute
Case Study

Being a Good Aquaculture Lease Applicant

Tips on getting through the lease hearing process from a veteran oyster farm owner.

Bill Mook, business owner
2020
Visit Upcoming Aquaculture Public Meetings, Hearings, and Scoping Sessions

Upcoming Aquaculture Public Meetings, Hearings, and Scoping Sessions

Lists all upcoming aquaculture public meetings, hearings, and scoping sessions and give the date, time, town and location for them.
Website 2020
Maine DMR Division of Aquaculture
Visit Conduct of Aquaculture Lease Hearings

Conduct of Aquaculture Lease Hearings

Fact sheet on aquaculture lease hearings which are an adjudicatory hearing. It also includes the criteria for issuing aquaculture leases.
PDF 2020
Maine DMR Division of Aquaculture
Visit Market Analysis of Maine Farm-raised Sea Scallops

Market Analysis of Maine Farm-raised Sea Scallops

This report assesses the potential market environment for Maine farm-raised sea scallops including political, economic, social, technological, environmental, legal/regulatory, strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
PDF 2019
Coastal Enterprises, Inc., rbouvier consulting
Visit FAQs- Public Hearing

FAQs- Public Hearing

Explains how to participate in a hearing, testimony, questions, public support or opposition, intervenor, and after the hearing.
PDF 2019
Maine DMR Division of Aquaculture
Visit Goods and Services of Marine Bivalves

Goods and Services of Marine Bivalves

The aim of this open access book is to review and analyze the goods and services of bivalve shellfish.
Website 2019
Springer Link
Visit The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture: Meeting the Sustainable Development Goals

The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture: Meeting the Sustainable Development Goals

In-depth paper on the implementation of the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
PDF 2018
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Visit Shellfish Aquaculture is GOOD for the Environment!

Shellfish Aquaculture is GOOD for the Environment!

This brochure explains the benefits of shellfish aquaculture for the environment including improving water quality, increasing species diversity, removing excess nitrogen, and not needing fertilizers, chemicals, or antibiotics.
PDF 2018
East Coast Shellfish Growers Association, Rhode Island Sea Grant
Visit In Pursuit of Sea Vegetable Market Expansion: Consumer Preferences and Product Innovation

In Pursuit of Sea Vegetable Market Expansion: Consumer Preferences and Product Innovation

An overview of market potential for seaweed in Maine, a detailed description of the purpose behind the research conducted, and the benefits the results could potentially have on the coastal economy.
PDF 2017
Island Institute
Visit Maine Aquaculture Economic Impact Report

Maine Aquaculture Economic Impact Report

A study to provide an up-to-date and accurate annual statewide economic contribution of Maine’s aquaculture industry and determine aquaculture business owner and farm demographics.
PDF 2017
University of Maine
Visit Maine Farmed Shellfish Market Analysis

Maine Farmed Shellfish Market Analysis

A data-driven, quantitative market assessment that informs industry leaders and business owners about the potential scale and scope of markets for farmed shellfish and to facilitate strategic growth in the industry.
PDF 2016
Gulf of Maine Research Institute, The Hale Group LTD
Visit ASW Aquaculture in Maine

ASW Aquaculture in Maine

A brief overview of what aquaculture is, why people do it, and how people do it in Maine.
PDF 2016
Aquaculture in Shared Waters
Visit Maine Seafood Study

Maine Seafood Study

A study the researched and inventoried the seasonality, sources, and market utilization of locally produced seafood within the state and help educate food consumers at many different levels about the opportunities for gaining access to Maine seafood.
PDF 2015
Coastal Enterprises, Inc.
Visit Locally Farmed Seafood: Safe & Sustainable

Locally Farmed Seafood: Safe & Sustainable

This brochure explains the benefits of eating locally farmed seafood including freshness, heart-health, food safety, good nutrition, and community benefits.
PDF 2015
National Aquaculture Association
Visit Catalogue of United States Farm-Raised Seafood

Catalogue of United States Farm-Raised Seafood

A catalog to aid in learning more about U.S. farm-raised seafood including production methods, flavor profile, product forms, nutrition facts and serving suggestions.
PDF 2013
National Aquaculture Association
Visit US Farm-Raised Fish & Shellfish: For a Healthier & Happier Life

US Farm-Raised Fish & Shellfish: For a Healthier & Happier Life

This brochure reviews the nutritional benefits of farmed shellfish including that they are an excellent source of protein, minerals, A, B-complex, and D vitamins.
PDF 2013
National Aquaculture Association

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Food Export USA-Northeast

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Kelp Farming Realities

Public Participation in Aquaculture Leasing

Starting a Farm in a New Area

Edible Seaweed Market Analysis

Being a Good Aquaculture Lease Applicant

Upcoming Aquaculture Public Meetings, Hearings, and Scoping Sessions

Conduct of Aquaculture Lease Hearings

Market Analysis of Maine Farm-raised Sea Scallops

FAQs- Public Hearing

Goods and Services of Marine Bivalves

The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture: Meeting the Sustainable Development Goals

Shellfish Aquaculture is GOOD for the Environment!

In Pursuit of Sea Vegetable Market Expansion: Consumer Preferences and Product Innovation

Maine Aquaculture Economic Impact Report

Maine Farmed Shellfish Market Analysis

ASW Aquaculture in Maine

Maine Seafood Study

Locally Farmed Seafood: Safe & Sustainable

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The Algae Foundation

Rebutting Marine Aquaculture Myths and Unfounded Criticisms

Food Export USA-Northeast

Maine Harbor Masters

Kelp Farming Realities

Public Participation in Aquaculture Leasing

Starting a Farm in a New Area

Edible Seaweed Market Analysis

Being a Good Aquaculture Lease Applicant

Upcoming Aquaculture Public Meetings, Hearings, and Scoping Sessions

Conduct of Aquaculture Lease Hearings

Market Analysis of Maine Farm-raised Sea Scallops

FAQs- Public Hearing

Goods and Services of Marine Bivalves

The State of World Fisheries and Aquaculture: Meeting the Sustainable Development Goals

Shellfish Aquaculture is GOOD for the Environment!

In Pursuit of Sea Vegetable Market Expansion: Consumer Preferences and Product Innovation

Maine Aquaculture Economic Impact Report

Maine Farmed Shellfish Market Analysis

ASW Aquaculture in Maine

Maine Seafood Study

Locally Farmed Seafood: Safe & Sustainable

Catalogue of United States Farm-Raised Seafood

US Farm-Raised Fish & Shellfish: For a Healthier & Happier Life