DV-19-17: The who, how, and why? A deep dive into understanding Maine’s fishermen-farmers

Caitlin Cleaver, PhD Candidate University of Maine Maine coastal communities depend on the viability of the American lobster (Homarus americanus) fishery. However, as the Gulf of Maine changes, some lobstermen are diversifying their efforts to include oyster, mussel, seaweed, and salmon farming. The objective of this research is to understand the characteristics of fishermen-farmers based … Continue reading DV-19-17: The who, how, and why? A deep dive into understanding Maine’s fishermen-farmers