The recommendations aimed at protecting right whales must now go through an approval process that could be contentious.
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Lobster fishermen keep close watch as protection of rare whale is weighed
A federal government group is meeting in Rhode Island this week to try find solutions to save the North Atlantic right whale.
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Maine Voices: After trade war, it’s unclear if Beijing, Washington can forge productive relationship
The U.S. can’t stop China’s rise, but it can compete on innovation – and it should join forces to address transnational problems.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
U.S. lobster dealers expanding into Canada to shore up their business
With an acquisition in Nova Scotia, Ready Seafood joins a growing group of dealers that want to secure access to hard shell lobster year round and hedge against unfavorable trade conditions.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Strict right whale protection goal raises concerns among lobstermen
Federal regulators say the lobster industry faces a daunting task to reducing fishing gear-related whale deaths by at least 60%.
Posted inBusiness, Maine, News
Maine cancels right whale meetings with lobster industry
The Department of Marine Resources said the federal government hasn’t shared enough information about what the lobster industry must do to protect right whales from entanglement to hold meetings planned for next week.
Posted inBusiness, Maine
Maine dealers anxious to restore lobster trade
Both Chinese importers and Maine dealers want to see the tariffs end, in part to escape Canada’s growing influence.
Posted inBusiness, Food
The Wrap: A new life for Handy Andy’s and more in our weekly roundup of food and restaurant news
This week’s news includes four of our favorite food groups: chicken, salsa, lobster and coffee.
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Maine exporters saw a 4% increase last year, but wonder about lost potential
While the value of the state’s exports grew, that growth was blunted by trade tensions caused by import tariffs in critical markets.
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Climate bills call for Maine to reduce emissions to 80% below 1990 levels
Seven hours of testimony provide a glimpse into the scope and impact of proposals to rein in greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, factories and motor vehicles.