Downeast Institute is fortunate to share an island with one of the largest shellfish dealers in Maine. A.C. Inc. is an engaged and eager strategic partner, volunteering its space and assets to [...]
In 2012, DEI began to develop economical hatchery methods and technology to rear commercial numbers of mussel larvae and juveniles. Working with Evan and his crew, ideas were tested and refined, [...]
Over the course of the summer of 2020, DEI conducted a pilot study to determine whether it is possible to grow oysters and other shellfish in unused Downeast region lobster pounds. Cold water [...]