Maine Sea Farmer’s News Bulletin

Dana Morse
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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.

  1. 2d ago

    Maine Sea Farmer's News Bulletin - June 5th, 2026

    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

    8 min

  2. May 18

    Maine Sea Farmer's News Bulletin - May 18th, 2026

    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. 2026 RARGOM Annual Science Meeting, Wednesday, November 4, 2026, University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH https://www.rargom.org/annual-science-meeting/ 2. Island Sea Grant's Extension program is seeking a Marine Research Associate III who will focus on RISG's coastal resilience portfolio while also supporting the program's blue economy, energy, and fisheries and aquaculture work.  https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16642 3. The Local Food Switchboard beta site is LIVE! https://www.mainefoodconvergence.org/ 4. Our May newsletter in available online - We have stopped printing copies so if you want access to our unique and informative content you need to signup for our Constant Contact or this LISTSERV to get notifications that a new edition has been posted. here's the link: https://www.constantcontact.com/?cc=forms_inline https://ecsga.org/newsletter-archives/   - 5.  Grant opportunity: SARE Seeks Outreach Products to Advance Sustainable Agriculture https://www.sare.org/about/SARE-Outreach/Publishing-with-SARE-Outreach/New-Product-Nomination-Form/ 6. Job Posting: Kennebec River DMR Trap and Truck Position TRI-STATE STAFFING CONTRACT POSITION MAINE DEPARTMENT OF MARINE RESOURCES JOB ANNOUNCEMENT $19.50 hourly May - October 2026 7. Nutrition Data on Shellfish https://static1.squarespace.com/static/63a1cefa1ec5262aaf1b0952/t/68c022e280a1b627b61dced6/1757422306823/New+Data_Bivalve+Handbook+for+Producers+%28F%2BP%2C+2025%29.pdf https://static1.squarespace.com/static/63a1cefa1ec5262aaf1b0952/t/698f42f331b7936dbd537363/1770996467508/Food+%2B+Planet+Bivalve+Handbook+for+Consumers+%282026+UPDATE%29-compressed.pdf 8. Online: Introduction to Aquaculture and Recirculating Systems https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1mmXtslemhrXwjQudmmqpjS7JUxBaEu-E?usp=drive_link 9.  Where are blue crabs in the Gulf of Maine?  https://www.manomet.org/bluecrab/ 10. Grant opportunity - USDA Beginning Farmer and Rancher Program https://www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/funding-opportunities/beginning-farmer-rancher-development-program?utm_content=&utm_medium=email&utm_name=&utm_source=govdelivery&utm_term= 11. USDA-NIFA Special Research Grants Program for Aquaculture Research - competition open - deadline 6/15/26 NIFA requests applications for the Special Research Grants Program for Aquaculture Research for FY 2026. The amount available for grants in FY 2026 is approximately $1,813,000. If this program receives appropriated funds in FY 2027, meritorious projects identified in the FY 2026 competition that did not receive funding in FY 2026 may be recommended for award using FY 2027 funds. In this case, a separate NOFO may not be issued for the FY 2027 funds.

    12 min

  3. Apr 19

    Maine Sea Farmer's News Bulletin - April 19th, 2026

    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. Job Posting: Shellfish Farm Manager and Hatchery Technician  Aquaculture Research Institute Deadline: May 1, 2026 https://fa-ewca-saasfaprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/job/2520 2. Urchin Tech News https://umaine.edu/news/2026/03/umaine-led-delegation-to-japan-aims-to-strengthen-maines-sea-urchin-industry/ 3. Job Posting: Hatchery Technician - Muscongus Bay Aquaculture Please contact Nellie for details at: nellie@muscongusbay.com. You can also see the job through Indeed.com: https://www.indeed.com/q-hatcheries-l-maine-jobs.html?vjk=a1e651f0934cafaa 4. Maine Oyster Mortality Survey https://wmsas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ePxtsNeUqohapNk 5. Maine Aquaculture Programmatic General Permit - New Public Notice https://publibrary.sec.usace.army.mil/resource?title=Public%20Notice%20for%20NAE-2025-00426&documentId=4a9c1a97-7069-451d-cab6-995bc5bb3eb6 6. Maine Seaweed Week. Full schedule here: https://seaweedweek.org/events/

    7 min

  4. Mar 21

    Maine Sea Farmer's News Bulletin - March 21st, 2026

    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.  Maine Oyster Company, Industry Nights Maine Oyster Company Event 38 Portland St, Portland, ME Wednesdays 5:30-close Coming up: March 25th - Olivia Richards, Island Institute 2.  Northeast SARE Partnership Grants Calling For Proposals - Up to $30,000 ⏰ Deadline: April 14, 2026 https://northeast.sare.org/grants/get-a-grant/partnership-grant-program/ https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/L9RWTV76SLuQ6H7ma0RSEg#/registration https://www.sare.org/wp-content/uploads/NortheastPartnershipGrantCall.pdf 3. Sales Coordinator Job Opening - Glidden Point Oyster Farm https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=a384b9bde301916f&from=shareddesktop_copy JOCELYN GABRIEL W:(207) 579-0575   C:(207) 347-1307 https://www.gliddenpoint.com/ 6 | 'Waffle House' oyster mortality survey   https://osf.io/yjkpg/overview https://youtu.be/xxqnF6_YQZg?si=Q7IX3odx3KjQh_yX"> https://wmsas.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ePxtsNeUqohapNk 7 | ReuseME Launches https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1nvNSG0mNRS3D9lpBBEkzz4sfYjEcUeqV Cindy Isenhour Professor, Department of Anthropology & Climate Change Institute  https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8413-1558 8 | Friends of Aomori Info SessionJeff BadgerEvent | Subject: Get Involved with Maine’s Connection to Aomori, Japan Wednesday, March 25 · 7:00 – 8:00pm Eastern Google Meet info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/jrb-onyk-qiy  Learn more at maine-aomori.org 9 | Please Help Spread the Word: You're Invited! Maine Blue Economy Career Summit April 2nd  DATE: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 TIME: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM   LOCATION: Wells Conference Center, University of Maine, Orono, Maine (131 Munson Rd, Orono, ME 04469)  umaine.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f7515fd23834e61946fa08f1f&id=daf081e91f&e=c81ee78cd9 Tickets: umaine.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f7515fd23834e61946fa08f1f&id=85463acce9&e=c81ee78cd9 Katrina C. Armstrong, PhD | Assistant Research Professor E: katrina.armstrong@maine.edu C: 513-305-1600   Please see attachment. 11 | 'Rising Tides' Book Launches April 1stBill Perna - Perna Content Resource |  Rising Tides: Adapting to Coastal Maine’s Future will be available beginning April 1. https://www.pernacontent.com/shop-books/p/rising-tides 13 | FYA: USACE seeks public comments on potential future changes to the nationwide permits to increase permitting efficiency ⏰ Deadline: May 15, 2026  https://www.federalregister.gov/d/2026-05051. USACE will accept written comments through May 15, 2026. docket number COE-2026-0001, or by mail to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Attn: CECW-CO-R, 441 G Street NW, Washington, DC 20314-1000.

    9 min

  5. Feb 20

    Maine Sea Farmer's News Bulletin - February 20th, 2026

    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. The Center for Food Security and Public Health at Iowa State University College of Veterinary Medicine has developed a free-access library of biosecurity tools and resources for aquaculture. English website: www.cfsph.iastate.edu/biosecurity/aquaculture/Spanish website: www.cfsph.iastate.edu/biosecurity/aquaculture-spanish/ 2. Hello from the University of Alaska Southeast in Sitka. We run a field-based semester intensive program in Sitka, Alaska  https://aquaculturesemester.alaska.edu/ 3. Please join Maine Sea Grant, University of Maine researchers, and invited guest speakers from the New England Region for a Round Table Workshop and Laboratory Tour.  Roundtable Workshop and Laboratory Tours March 17, 2026 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM ~ Virtual Connection Available via Zoom for the morning session from 9:30am - 12:00 pm~ Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSclF4FmFho8pWvCpcRkeNuRrVIhZibePMsIBgmmkvcjfXpfaw/viewform 4. Augusta – The Land for Maine’s Future (LMF) Board and the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) are seeking proposals for Working Waterfront Access Protection Program (WWAPP) projects.  https://www.maine.gov/dacf/lmf/funds/wwapp.shtml 5. You can listen to the next episode of Rising Tides, here: https://www.pernacontent.com/podcast 6. The Maine Marine Patrol has an opening for a full-time seasonal Marine Patrol Officer primarily focused on recreational fishing and boating enforcement on the Kennebec River.  https://www.maine.gov/dmr/marine-patrol/employment/seasonal-officer 7. The deadline has been extended for applications to the Aquaculture Experiential Opportunities for Undergraduate Students (AquEOUS) Fellowship.  We invite students and faculty to learn more about the AquEOUS Fellowship and apply by February 22, 2026.  Questions? Contact us at ari@maine.edu. AquEOUS application page: https://umaine.edu/aquaculture/education/4701-2 8. https://maine.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Executive/details/Environmental-Specialist-III_R26-00670 All other State of Maine job postings can be viewed here: https://maine.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Executive 10. For questions or details about the positions at Eros Oyster, please contact Andrew Buchner, at andrew@erosoyster.com Lucky 13, whew! Fish Hatchery and Broodstock Technician Location: 33 Salmon Farm Road, Franklin, Maine USA Position Type: Full-time, salaried. Onsite. Send email and resume to: nickking@salmogencompany.com

    13 min

  6. Feb 3

    Maine Sea Farmer's News Bulletin - February 3rd, 2026

    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. Deer Isle Oyster CompanyFARM CREW POSITIONSNow hiring: • Farmhand • Farm Operations Lead OYSTER SHUCKERS & BAR / RETAIL STAFF Positions include shucking oysters, preparing tinned fish plates, pouring beverages, running retail and POS, and creating memorable guest experiences. Training provided. Location: Deer Isle, Maine Season: May–October 2026 (longer seasons for lead roles) Pay: Competitive; commensurate with experience Apply: abby@deerisleoysterco.com Full details: https://www.deerisleoysterco.com/job-opportunitie 2. https://www.fisheries.noaa.gov/s3//2025-06/FINAL-Oyster-Aquaculture-Market-Outlook-Factsheet-MAY2025.pdf 3. Find the application link online at https://aquacultureinsharedwaters.org/aqsw-2-0%3A-shellfish  4. Those of you who have followed Bill's podcast or read his book Maine Oysters: Stories of Resilience & Innovation (or been in it!) , will be delighted to know of his next publication. Check it out - and the link to his podcast is below too.  https://www.pernacontent.com/publishing https://www.pernacontent.com/podcast 6. I'm excited to announce that the Aquaculture Pioneers Pre-Apprenticeship Program (Pre-RA) and the Shellfish & Seaweed Aquaculture Technician Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) are now accepting applicants for 2026! https://mainecareercatalyst.org/aquaculture-pioneers/ https://airtable.com/appMh58jQPYiUofY9/pagbpIHZauDpJ3f7i/form Meg Krieger (meg@educatemaine.org) & The Educate Maine Team  https://gmri.org/projects/advancing-aquaculture/ https://themaineaquaculturist.org/ 7. NASA Data Helps Maine Oyster Farmers Choose Where to Grow https://science.nasa.gov/earth/nasa-data-helps-maine-oyster-farmers-choose-where-to-grow 9. https://www.odu.edu/article/keeping-birds-away-oysters-could-help-farmers-balance-productivity-and-ecology

    11 min

  7. Jan 16

    Maine Sea Farmer's News Bulletin - January 16th, 2026

    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. https://www.seafoodsource.com/news/environment-sustainability/nylon-aquaculture-nets-found-to-release-five-times-more-microplastics-than-other-materials 2. Ocean Associates, Inc. (OAI) is seeking an oyster hatchery manager. https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=9a93435d-91d4-4a65-8a21-2de9187df1dd&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=605152&lang=en_US&source=CC2 Contact Tom Noji of OAI at thomasnoji@oceanassoc.com (908-433-8094). 3. https://www.pressherald.com/2025/12/16/bath-joins-program-to-cut-down-food-packaging-waste/ 4. Usefulness of NOAA NCCOS Satellite Imagery Emails for Harmful Algal Bloom Monitoring in the Northeast U.S. https://www.flseagrant.org/publication/usefulness-of-noaa-nccos-satellite-imagery-emails-for-harmful-algal-blooms-in-the-northeast-u-s/ 5.  Notes from a presentation on 12/17 by MA DMF Alex Boeri (MA-DMF Aquaculture Specialist) reported that there were 5 Campylobacter outbreaks and 19 illnesses associated with the consumption of oysters this summer, resulting in at least two closures.  Robert Rheault, Executive Director East Coast Shellfish Growers Association 401-783-3360 bob@ECSGA.org 6. EPISODE 3 of Shellebrate!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ya0NmtkaOWw 7. New resource document for oyster farmers! https://maineaqua.org/best-management-oyster/ 8. Now Announcing: 2026 Strong Bodies, Strong Minds workshop series The 2026 Strong Bodies, Strong Minds series will focus on building skills such as seamanship and human relations support. https://aquacultureinsharedwaters.org/2024-women-in-aquaculture 9. Development of a soybean wax pickering emulsion for sustainable hydrophobic modification of paper.  https://doi.org/10.1021/acssuschemeng.5c06102 Growing Sustainable Barrier Coatings from Edible Fungal Mycelia. https://doi.org/10.1021/acs.langmuir.5c03185 Single-step coating of cellulose nanofibrils on paper for sustainable food packaging. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10570-025-06838-8 A laboratory-scale automated vacuum-assisted device for coating of cellulose nanofibrils onto paper. (2025). Tappi.org. https://imisrise.tappi.org/TAPPI/Products/25/NOV/25NOV541.aspx Chemistry and applications of chitin nanocrystals in food packaging industry: A review.  https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ijbiomac.2025.149864

    10 min

  8. 12/19/2025

    Maine Sea Farmer's News Bulletin - December 19th, 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. https://scitechdaily.com/new-tech-slashes-kelp-production-costs-by-a-staggering-85/ 2. The Department of Fisheries, Animal & Veterinary Sciences  invites applications for an academic year (9-month), tenure-track Assistant Professor position specializing in Fish Ecophysiology. Details here: https://jobs.uri.edu/postings/16051 3. Maine Natural Resources Disaster Relief Assistance Program To receive the latest information directly by email:  https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/MEDACF/subscriber/new?topic_id=MEDACF_36 )  Contact DACF Bureau of Agriculture, Food and Rural Resources Director Craig Lapine with questions craig.lapine@maine.gov. 4. https://coastalscience.noaa.gov/science-areas/aquaculture/coastal-aquaculture-planning-portal-capp/ 5. What's that? EPISODE 2 of Shellebrate! is LIVE?!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wW3d0xtGNGQ 6. https://www.globalseafood.org/advocate/norway-banned-scallop-harvesting-in-the-barents-sea-responsible-seafood-innovation-award-finalist-ava-ocean-delivered-a-tech-solution/ 8. Registration: https://umaine-extension.formtitan.com/ftproject/events?eventid=a1cUy0000047jqv Important Note: A physical copy of Fish and Fishery Products Hazards and Controls Guidance, 4th Edition (June 2022) is required in class. Digital versions will not be permitted. Purchase link: https://ifasbooks.ifas.ufl.edu/p-1111-fish-and-fishery-products-hazards-and-controls-guidance-fda-hazards-guide-4th-edition.aspx 10. Madeleine point oyster Farms is selling their refrigerated Mercedes sprinter van. Feel free to call Nate Henninger at 207-318-2526. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1343431547525705/?mibextid=6ojiHh ------------------ 11. Northeast SARE is seeking grant proposal reviewers with aquaculture experience – including farmers, researchers, service providers and more! https://www.sare.org/wp-content/uploads/Information-for-Prospective-Technical-Committee-Members.pdf

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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.

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