Despite some rain, Saturday’s event gave participants a window into the wider world of modern commercial fishing and aquaculture.
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Wild oysters are returning to Midcoast Maine waters
The finding is part of a University of Maine study that relied on local shellfish harvesters. It argues that fishermen’s knowledge should be valued more in research that informs regulations.
Freeport’s working waterfront goes electric
The Island Institute launched a toolkit for those eyeing marine electrification. Some local aquaculture farms are already pivoting, transforming Maine’s coastline one boat at a time.
Eros Oysters unveils its latest effort to grow
Inside the new development at Georgetown’s Robinhood Cove.
Opinion: The public must be notified about recall of Maine shellfish
The ongoing lack of transparency is completely unacceptable.
FDA issues warning over Freeport oysters
The Food and Drug Administration released a statement last Thursday cautioning food businesses against using oysters harvested from two sites located at Recompense Cove between June 19 and July 16 as they may contain Campylobacter bacteria.
Oyster farmers, fans celebrate a successful season at Maine Oyster Festival
Dozens of oyster farmers shucked and sold oysters at the 3rd annual festival in Freeport this weekend.
OystHers in Bath has a great backstory and 4-star food and drink
The restaurant, which sits by the Kennebec River, is the creation of two sisters whose father was a lobsterman.
Sande’s Picks: Maine oysters a delicious, growing business
Through October you can cruise down the Damariscotta River, sampling oysters and watching seals.
Dine Out Maine: Portland’s Maine Oyster Co. has an admirable aim – spread the love
But before it evangelizes, the tiny restaurant/bar may want to fine-tune its kitchen.