Dr. Brian Beal Downeast Institute The soft-shell clam fishery is an important part of Maine’s history and culture. However, clam landings have decreased over the past decade due to warming water temperatures and predation by invasive species. In order to support sustainable seafood and coastal ecosystem health, investigators will test whether “brushing” is a viable … Continue reading DV-19-08 Examining the efficacy of methods to enhance soft-shell clam recruitment along the Maine coast