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Maine Aquaculture Workforce Development Strategy Summary
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Maine AWDS Full Evidence Report
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Shellfish Aquaculture Flowchart
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Aquaculture Apprenticeship Flyer
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Scallop Aquaculture Report
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Shellfish Aquaculture Pocket Guide
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Aquaculture Game Student Worksheet
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Maine DOL Aquaculture Apprenticeship Highlight
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Maine Aquaculture Workforce Development Strategy
In Maine’s aquaculture industry the workforce shortage has been an obstacle to growth for many businesses. This in-depth analysis aims to help determine the current …
Community
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![A researcher holds up a small bivalve for the camera in a thick green glove, which has a slight curved shell with white and brown streaks.]()
Maine Aquaculture Apprenticeship Program
The Registered Aquaculture Apprenticeship Program is a first-of-its-kind workforce development initiative designed to train the next generation of aquaculture professionals in Maine.
Community
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Supporting the Development of Socioecological Literacy
This project advances efforts to better understand and promote practices that broaden access to and interest in regionally relevant science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) …
Science
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Advancing Aquaculture
We are working collaboratively with industry leaders, farmers, researchers, the business community, and other nonprofits to identify and pursue opportunities to expand aquaculture production. Together, …
Community
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Aquaculture Top Gun
Top Gun is a unique entrepreneurial training program that has helped accelerate the growth of over 200 startup companies since 2009. Our program is tailored …
Community
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Scallop Aquaculture Initiative
In January 2021, the Gulf of Maine Research Institute, the University of Maine, and Coastal Enterprises, Inc. convened to form the Scallop Aquaculture Initiative (SAI), …
Strategic Initiatives
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Supporting Coastal Aquaculture Development
Shellfish aquaculture is growing rapidly. In Maine, limited purpose aquaculture (LPA) licenses are relatively easy to attain, and this attracts more people to enter aquaculture …
Science
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Understanding the Aquaculture Supply Chain
The GMRI Coastal & Marine Economics lab contributes to this collaborative, industry-propelled, interdisciplinary research project will enhance the long-term economic sustainability of aquaculture in Maine …
Science
Stories
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![Employees of Bangs Island Mussels in Casco Bay work on mussel rafts on the water.]()
New Report Highlights Aquaculture Workforce Need
Maine's aquaculture industry is growing. Our new report highlights projected workforce needs and identifies opportunities to meet them.
Tidings
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Building a Healthy Blue Economy Workforce
A vital workforce is central to a thriving blue economy. By equipping more people with the necessary skills to enter and succeed in that workforce, …
Perspectives
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![A researcher holds up a small bivalve for the camera in a thick green glove, which has a slight curved shell with white and brown streaks.]()
Collaborations Fuel Aquaculture Progress
With support from a wide network of collaborators, our Aquaculture team advanced three important projects this year, including a workforce development strategy, an entrepreneur development …
Perspectives
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Aquaculture Impact
As part of our new strategic plan, aquaculture has emerged as an opportunity for us to accelerate the growth of a diverse seafood economy. Our …
Announcements
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![Employees of Bangs Island Mussels in Casco Bay work on mussel rafts on the water.]()
Aquaculture 101
Aquaculture is quickly gaining popularity in our region, so we created a brief overview for you about what aquaculture is and its role in the …
Perspectives
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Updates on Aquaculture
2018 was a year of partnerships, progress, and growth for our aquaculture team. We took on local infrastructure projects, state-level growth initiatives, and workforce development …
Perspectives
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Sea State Recap: The Thriving Blue Economy
In this installment of the Sea State series at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI), we delved into the complexities and opportunities of our …
Perspectives
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Aquaculture Analysis Shows Opportunity for Maine
In a report published this fall, our aquaculture program team announced important findings from their recently completed market analysis for farmed shellfish in Maine.
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General
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New Report Evaluates Aquaculture Workforce Needs and Education Opportunities
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Aquaculture in Maine
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New aquaculture apprenticeship program for Mainers
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New directions for Maine's aquaculture industry
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Consultant sees huge growth potential for Maine aquaculture
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Maine has nation’s only Shellfish & Seaweed Aquaculture Apprenticeship programs
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South Portland to study aquaculture potential of city-owned pier
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Gulf of Maine Research Institute launches new aquaculture knowledge portal
People
Labs And Action Areas
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Supporting the Local Seafood Economy
We strengthen the Gulf of Maine seafood industry by bolstering regional market share for local, sustainable fish. We support both wild and farmed fisheries as …
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Walk the Working Waterfront
Come celebrate the people, businesses, and infrastructure that power Casco Bay’s ocean economy at Walk the Working Waterfront in Portland!
Reports
View all ReportsMaine Aquaculture Workforce Development Strategy Summary
Download the PDFMaine AWDS Full Evidence Report
Download the PDFShellfish Aquaculture Flowchart
Download the PDFAquaculture Apprenticeship Flyer
Download the PDFScallop Aquaculture Report
Download the PDFShellfish Aquaculture Pocket Guide
Download the PDFAquaculture Game Student Worksheet
Download the PDFMaine DOL Aquaculture Apprenticeship Highlight
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Maine Aquaculture Workforce Development Strategy
In Maine’s aquaculture industry the workforce shortage has been an obstacle to growth for many businesses. This in-depth analysis aims to help determine the current …
Community
Maine Aquaculture Apprenticeship Program
The Registered Aquaculture Apprenticeship Program is a first-of-its-kind workforce development initiative designed to train the next generation of aquaculture professionals in Maine.
Community
Supporting the Development of Socioecological Literacy
This project advances efforts to better understand and promote practices that broaden access to and interest in regionally relevant science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) …
Science
Advancing Aquaculture
We are working collaboratively with industry leaders, farmers, researchers, the business community, and other nonprofits to identify and pursue opportunities to expand aquaculture production. Together, …
Community
Aquaculture Top Gun
Top Gun is a unique entrepreneurial training program that has helped accelerate the growth of over 200 startup companies since 2009. Our program is tailored …
Community
Scallop Aquaculture Initiative
In January 2021, the Gulf of Maine Research Institute, the University of Maine, and Coastal Enterprises, Inc. convened to form the Scallop Aquaculture Initiative (SAI), …
Strategic Initiatives
Supporting Coastal Aquaculture Development
Shellfish aquaculture is growing rapidly. In Maine, limited purpose aquaculture (LPA) licenses are relatively easy to attain, and this attracts more people to enter aquaculture …
Science
Understanding the Aquaculture Supply Chain
The GMRI Coastal & Marine Economics lab contributes to this collaborative, industry-propelled, interdisciplinary research project will enhance the long-term economic sustainability of aquaculture in Maine …
Science
Stories
View all Stories
New Report Highlights Aquaculture Workforce Need
Maine's aquaculture industry is growing. Our new report highlights projected workforce needs and identifies opportunities to meet them.
Tidings
Building a Healthy Blue Economy Workforce
A vital workforce is central to a thriving blue economy. By equipping more people with the necessary skills to enter and succeed in that workforce, …
Perspectives
Collaborations Fuel Aquaculture Progress
With support from a wide network of collaborators, our Aquaculture team advanced three important projects this year, including a workforce development strategy, an entrepreneur development …
Perspectives
Aquaculture Impact
As part of our new strategic plan, aquaculture has emerged as an opportunity for us to accelerate the growth of a diverse seafood economy. Our …
Announcements
Aquaculture 101
Aquaculture is quickly gaining popularity in our region, so we created a brief overview for you about what aquaculture is and its role in the …
Perspectives
Updates on Aquaculture
2018 was a year of partnerships, progress, and growth for our aquaculture team. We took on local infrastructure projects, state-level growth initiatives, and workforce development …
Perspectives
Sea State Recap: The Thriving Blue Economy
In this installment of the Sea State series at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute (GMRI), we delved into the complexities and opportunities of our …
Perspectives
Aquaculture Analysis Shows Opportunity for Maine
In a report published this fall, our aquaculture program team announced important findings from their recently completed market analysis for farmed shellfish in Maine.
Tidings
General
View all General
New Report Evaluates Aquaculture Workforce Needs and Education Opportunities
Aquaculture in Maine
New aquaculture apprenticeship program for Mainers
New directions for Maine's aquaculture industry
Consultant sees huge growth potential for Maine aquaculture
Maine has nation’s only Shellfish & Seaweed Aquaculture Apprenticeship programs
South Portland to study aquaculture potential of city-owned pier
Gulf of Maine Research Institute launches new aquaculture knowledge portal
People
Labs And Action Areas
Supporting the Local Seafood Economy
We strengthen the Gulf of Maine seafood industry by bolstering regional market share for local, sustainable fish. We support both wild and farmed fisheries as …
Events
Walk the Working Waterfront
Come celebrate the people, businesses, and infrastructure that power Casco Bay’s ocean economy at Walk the Working Waterfront in Portland!