{"id":48500,"date":"2023-10-16T11:42:45","date_gmt":"2023-10-16T15:42:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/?p=48500"},"modified":"2023-10-16T11:44:28","modified_gmt":"2023-10-16T15:44:28","slug":"seamaine-educator-summit-provides-in-depth-look-into-maines-aquaculture-sector","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/2023\/10\/16\/seamaine-educator-summit-provides-in-depth-look-into-maines-aquaculture-sector\/","title":{"rendered":"SEAMaine Educator Summit Provides In-depth Look into Maine\u2019s Aquaculture Sector"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>DAMARISCOTTA, ME \u2014 Damariscotta served as a vibrant learning hub last Friday, October 6, with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seamaine.org\/\">SEAMaine<\/a> Educator Summit. Participants from all over the aquaculture sector attended this event, providing educators with invaluable insights into Maine&#8217;s aquaculture industry. The day included seed sourcing at the upweller, an informative river cruise, and concluded with collaborative meetings among the participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aboard the boat were individuals from various corners of the sector, including representatives from <a href=\"https:\/\/seagrant.umaine.edu\/\">Maine Sea Grant<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/aquaculture\/\">Aquaculture Research Institute<\/a>, the<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/lobsterinstitute\/\"> Lobster Institute<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/\">Cooperative Extension<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smccme.edu\/\">Southern Maine Community College<\/a>, to name a few. The diverse attendees contributed various perspectives and a wealth of knowledge to the discussions, creating a rich and inclusive learning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>DAMARISCOTTA, ME \u2014 Damariscotta served as a vibrant learning hub last Friday, October 6, with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seamaine.org\/\">SEAMaine<\/a> Educator Summit. Participants from all over the aquaculture sector attended this event, providing educators with invaluable insights into Maine&#8217;s aquaculture industry. The day included seed sourcing at the upweller, an informative river cruise, and concluded with collaborative meetings among the participants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Aboard the boat were individuals from various corners of the sector, including representatives from <a href=\"https:\/\/seagrant.umaine.edu\/\">Maine Sea Grant<\/a>, the <a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/aquaculture\/\">Aquaculture Research Institute<\/a>, the<a href=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/lobsterinstitute\/\"> Lobster Institute<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/extension.umaine.edu\/\">Cooperative Extension<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smccme.edu\/\">Southern Maine Community College<\/a>, to name a few. The diverse attendees contributed various perspectives and a wealth of knowledge to the discussions, creating a rich and inclusive learning environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">The day began with a hands-on session at the dock around the upweller\u2013 a system used for growing oyster seeds in a controlled environment, optimizing their development\u2013 providing foundational knowledge about seed sourcing. This session prepared for the subsequent river cruise on the Damariscotta River, an educational opportunity allowing participants to delve into various aspects of the oyster aquaculture industry. Carter Newell, a seasoned oyster farmer, provided a first-hand experience of oyster harvesting while shedding light on different cultivation methods.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_0df5cd-20 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_0df5cd-20 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1.png\" alt=\"Image of boat dock in water\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-48502\" srcset=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1-300x117.png 300w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1-768x300.png 768w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1-105x41.png 105w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1-317x124.png 317w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1-423x165.png 423w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1-634x248.png 634w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1-846x330.png 846w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/2-copy-2-1-951x371.png 951w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>At the work float tumbler\u2014 a device designed to gently tumble oysters, promoting their growth and forming a desirable shape and thickness of shell\u2014 participants gained a closer look at its significant role and operation in oyster aquaculture, enhancing their grasp of industry practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SEAMaine Chair of Workforce Development Committee Anne Langston engaged the attendees with answers to a broad array of questions from lease applications to harvesting techniques, offering insights into the wider scope of aquaculture and underscoring the need for workforce development. The summit underlined the importance of proficiency and skills across all facets of aquaculture, equipping educators to steer their students toward careers in the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_4088d1-34 .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_4088d1-34 size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1.png\" alt=\"Image of cages in water\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-48503\" srcset=\"https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1-300x117.png 300w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1-768x300.png 768w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1-105x41.png 105w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1-317x124.png 317w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1-423x165.png 423w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1-634x248.png 634w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1-846x330.png 846w, https:\/\/umaine.edu\/research\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/281\/2023\/10\/3-copy-2-1-951x371.png 951w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 320px) 85vw, (max-width: 768px) 67vw, (max-width: 1024px) 62vw,1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond individual learning, the summit was a confluence of shared experiences and expertise from various institutions and organizations. This collaborative spirit is positioned to have a lasting positive impact on Maine\u2019s aquaculture sector, with educators equipped to inspire students and nurture the next generation of aquaculture professionals in Maine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For additional details and media coverage, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newscentermaine.com\/article\/news\/education\/seamaine-educator-summit-allows-teachers-to-learn-more-about-maine-aquaculture-industry\/97-09694e2d-7997-4019-b779-2f141ddf1a55\">click here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DAMARISCOTTA, ME \u2014 Damariscotta served as a vibrant learning hub last Friday, October 6, with the SEAMaine Educator Summit. Participants from all over the aquaculture sector attended this event, providing educators with invaluable insights into Maine&#8217;s aquaculture industry. 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