Maine Sea Farmer’s News Bulletin
Timely updates for Maine’s aquaculture community — from dockside to research lab.
Hosted by Dana Morse, a seasoned extension professional with Maine Sea Grant and University of Maine Cooperative Extension, Maine Sea Farmer’s News Bulletin delivers concise news and updates for those working in aquaculture across the state. Whether you're on the water, in the hatchery, or part of the research and education community, this short-format bulletin keeps you connected to Maine’s dynamic coastal sector.
Maine Sea Farmer’s News Bulletin
Maine Sea Farmer's News Bulletin - August 29, 2025
Hosted by Dana Morse, longtime Extension Agent for Maine’s aquaculture community, this bulletin-style podcast shares timely news, updates, and practical insights from the working coast. Broadcasting from UMaine’s Darling Marine Center, Dana connects science, local knowledge, and on-the-water experience to support sea farmers, researchers, and coastal professionals across the state.
1. Extension and Maine Business School offer day-long business strategy and resilience workshops
Contact: Jason Entsminger, 207.581.1999
3. Another Washington County educational, aquaculture event in Eastport sponsored by Cooke USA, MAIC, MCE, and Sunrise County Economic Council with funding for the initiative provided by Maine Technology Institute and Maine Department of Economic and Community Development.
Emily Lane
Seafood and Aquaculture Specialist
Maine Center for Entrepreneurs
Phone: 207.208.9213. www.mced.biz
4. Items Sale
Elliot Arons
Hatchet Cove Oysters
Friendship
917-862-6243
5. Ocean Exchange, a nonprofit that supports student entrepreneurs developing impactful solutions in sustainability, ocean innovation, and climate tech.
Apply now for a chance to win one of three $10,000 non-dilutive grants through the Ocean Exchange Collegiate Awards. Applications are short, the competition is exciting, and the deadline is September 17, 2025. Apply here: https://www.oceanexchange.org/register/
7. Join us on October 24th for the 2025 Blue Economy Investment Summit! The third annual Blue Economy Investment Summit will bring together leading investors, entrepreneurs, and ecosystem builders from around the world to Maine. https://gmri.org/projects/blue-economy-investment-summit/