The deal with Premium Brands of Vancouver arose out of Ready Seafood’s search for a partner to build a new facility in Saco.
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James Knott, 88, remembered as inventor of trap that transformed lobstering
He developed marine-grade coated wire mesh that lasted far longer than the wood in traditional traps, then founded a company to manufacture the product and became an ardent supporter of the lobster industry.
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Large pogy catch good news for lobstermen who feared bait shortage
The amount of bait fish landed this year was twice last year’s haul, reassuring lobstermen that they should be able to avert a bait shortage.
Posted inBusiness, Local & State, Politics
Maine senators want U.S. to set aside day to celebrate lobster
Sept. 25 would be ‘National Lobster Day,’ recognizing the historic and economic importance of the lobster industry.
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Caught up in tariff, lobster industry faces new threat: Higher trap prices
The extra tax on imported raw steel raises the cost of wire mesh for manufacturers, which haven’t passed it on to fishermen – yet.
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All shell, no shock: Lobster prices strong as season picks up
Chinese tariffs on seafood are a concern, but domestic sales have kept the industry healthy so far this summer.
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Those lobster license plates are supporting $340,000 in research on vital industry
The grants will be used to assess and support the state’s most valuable fishery amid changes in the ecosystem.
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Maine Voices: Taking action to curb climate change could throw lifeline to Maine lobsters
In warming oceans, egg-bearing lobsters could be at higher risk of a disease that affects reproduction.
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Cousins Maine Lobster’s co-founder finally lands his own TV show
Sabin Lomac, who grew up in Scarborough, is the host of Cooking Channel’s ‘Seaside Snacks and Shacks,’ which makes its debut next week.
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Fishing groups divided over proposed update to fisheries management law
An amendment could reduce fees and wait times for lobster sales to Europe.