Maine lobster fishery slows down
Although Maine’s commercial fishing earnings have exceeded $500 million for fourteen years in a row – hitting $619,053,489 in 2025 – inflation has affected the industry and fishing effort on…
Maine fishermen turn to scallop farming
Farming sea scallops in Maine has been developing for about 20 years. It offers new opportunities for former and existing commercial fishermen. Fishermen are facing numerous challenges, including climate change…
Maine fishermen oppose offshore energy development in the Gulf of Maine. Image: MCFA
Maine fishermen protest against wind energy
This weekend a fleet of a hundred fishing boats gathered close to Monhegan off the coast of Maine to protest against plans to develop offshore wind in the Gulf of…
