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Maine 2023 Commercial Fisheries Value Increases by More than $25 Million
Augusta – 2023 was another strong year for Maine commercial fishermen who earned $611,277,692 at the dock, which was an increase of more than $25 million over 2022, according to preliminary data released by the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR).
“The Maine seafood industry continues to be a powerful economic engine for our state,” said Governor Janet Mills. “The dedication to sustainability and premium quality by our fishermen, aquaculturists and dealers is a source of tremendous pride for everyone who calls Maine home.”
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The applicant listed below has submitted a complete draft standard lease application to the Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) and scheduled a scoping session accordingly.
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The Commercial Fishing Safety Councill will meet during the Fishermen's Forum in the golf club at the Samoset Resort in Rockport on Friday, March 1, 2024 from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
An agenda for the meeting is attached to this notice.
Governor Mills Requests Major Disaster Declaration from President Biden for Damage Caused by January Storms and Coastal Flooding
The following press release is being shared on behalf of Governor Mills.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Grants available for municipal and regional projects in coastal communities
Augusta – The Department of Marine Resources’ Maine Coastal Program (MCP) and the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry’s Municipal Planning Assistance Program (MPAP) are seeking applications for coastal planning grants totaling approximately $300,000.
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The Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is holding a public hearing on the standard lease proposal listed below.
DMR to Host Aquaculture Listening Sessions
The Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) is hosting five listening sessions to gather input from stakeholders on the Aquaculture Leasing Program, which was reorganized and now falls under the Bureau of Public Health and Aquaculture.
In light of this reorganization, as well as increased interest in the blue economy, aquaculture in general and growing demands on the program, DMR wants to hear directly from stakeholders as it plots a course for the future.
Statement from Commissioner Keliher Regarding Recent Right Whale Mortality
Lobster Industry Members,
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On Wednesday, March 13th, 2024 from 1:00PM - 3:00PM at the Curtis Memorial Library in Brunswick the DMR Nearshore Program will be holding a New Meadows Lakes Stakeholder Meeting to discuss the results of the DMR’s New Meadows Lakes Quahog Surveys from 2013 through 2023. Manomet will also present on their recent blue crab trapping efforts in the New Meadows Lakes. There will be a short Q & A after each presentation, followed by an open discussion in the second half of the meeting.