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 - June 5th, 2026
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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. ICSR 2026 - Abstract deadline June 12 - Register now
https://www.shellfish-society.org/member/login.html?redirect=/abstracts/submit.html
2. 119th Annual Meeting of the NSA
Baltimore Marriott Inner Harbor at Camden Yards Baltimore, Maryland, USA March 21-25, 2027
Questions or interest can be sent to: Matt Parker mparke11@umd.edu
3. Vibrio Control Plan Effective June 1
As we enter the warmer months, including two 90°F+ days already this past week, this is a reminder that Vibrio season begins Monday, June 1.
Please remember to COOL OYSTERS AND HARD CLAMS TO 50°F OR BELOW AS SOON AS POSSIBLE TO REDUCE POST-HARVEST GROWTH OF VIBRIO BACTERIA.
Chapter 15: https://www.maine.gov/dmr/sites/maine.gov.dmr/files/inline-files/Chapter115_03192024.pdf
4. Resources for softshell clam hatchery, nursery, re-seeding etc.
https://downeastinstitute.org/industry-impact/fisheries-stock-enhancement-restoration/clam-kit-simple-shellfish-management-tools/
5. Recirculating Aquaculture Systems (RAS) Course
https://www.conservationfund.org/our-programs/freshwater-institute/
6. Show your mussels - June 18th!
https://investigate.gmri.org/project/mussel_mapping
7. Please save the date for the Northeast Region Marine Debris Action Plan Symposium in Boston: December 1 - 3, 2026.
on behalf of the NOAA Marine Debris Program, the New England Aquarium, and the Symposium Planning Team
Demi Fox
Northeast Regional Coordinator
NOAA Marine Debris Program
978-281-9136