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Sustainable Fisheries Policy Needs Comment...And Yes It Is Food Related!

Penobscot East Resource Center, partnered with regional fishermen, has formed a sector to address these very issues. Penobscot East is a non-profit organization based out of Stonington that is workin…

Tagged: policy, seafood, local, maine, fisheries

Replied Mar 9

 

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Penobscot East CSF commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
I have the list and am on it! Just thought I would check in - Thanks!
on Wednesday
Penobscot East CSF commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
Meadow Ridge Perennial Farm - and anyone else - what farmers markets open in May? Any in eastern Maine? Thanks!
on Wednesday
Penobscot East CSF added a blog post
The Northwest Atlantic Marine Alliance or NAMA has asked that we pass this on to to interested parties - it explains their Fleet Vision Project and a link to sign a pledge of support. The Fleet Vision Project was designed to involve a diverse group…
on Monday
Belfast Co-op and Penobscot East CSF are now friends
on Monday
Penobscot East CSF updated their profile
March 12
Does anyone know any seafood processors in eastern Maine?
March 12
Penobscot East CSF commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
That would be great! We're still in the early stages of planning, but it's good to have options and Milbridge is a community we would like to work with. Thanks!
March 9
Penobscot East CSF replied to Nicole Ouellette's discussion 'Sustainable Fisheries Policy Needs Comment...And Yes It Is Food Related!'
Penobscot East Resource Center, partnered with regional fishermen, has formed a sector to address these very issues. Penobscot East is a non-profit organization based out of Stonington that is working to secure a future for the fishing communities o…
March 9
Penobscot East CSF commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
Thank you for the quick response! We have low man power at the moment, but moving inland does make a lot of sense - maybe in the near future we'll have the capacity to make that happen. I'll keep you posted on our progress!
March 9
Penobscot East CSF added a video
Maine Shrimp Dragging
February Shrimp Dragging off Mount Desert Island. Capt. Lawrence Hodgkins, 1st mate Forrest Gowell!
March 9
Penobscot East CSF commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
Does any one have a list of times and locations for farmers markets from Stonington to Jonesport? Or suggestions for who to contact for this info? Thanks!
March 9
Penobscot East CSF joined Tom Roberts's group
Maine Farmers' Markets
For discussing issues around farmers' markets in Maine, for veterans, newbies, those in between and those thinking about starting or attending a farmers' market. Start by signing up or signing in to ask a question by starting a discussion.
March 9
Does anyone have access to a list of summer farmers markets in eastern Maine? I'm trying to find out when/where...Thanks!
March 8
Penobscot East CSF and Hurricane's Soup & Chowder are now friends
March 6
We're at the Fishermen's Forum! We'll be reporting on the whole experience shortly
March 6
Come visit us next weekend at the CSA/CSF Fairs in Belfast and Bangor. We'll be handing out yummy recipes!
February 17

Profile Information

Where in Maine do you live and eat?
Stonington
What issues are you and/or your group interested or expert in?
farmers' markets, local foods marketing and distribution
Are you a food producer? If so, what types of food do you produce?
shrimp, wild-caught fish
If you produce foods for sale, where or how can Mainers buy them?
We run a Community Supported Fishery (CSF) in eastern Maine. Currently we serve the communities in and around Stonington, Blue Hill, Ellsworth and MDI.
Other info about Me (please mention any food, fishing, agriculture, or community groups you are affiliated with):
Penobscot East Resource Center is a non-profit organization working to secure a future for eastern Maine's fishing communities. The shrimp CSF is a 10-week program that will run from mid January to the end of March 2010. By supporting the CSF customer provide local fishermen with higher to the boat prices and receive the benefits of eating and buying local.

To learn more or to join this years CSF you can email us at holly@penobscoteast.org, or call us at the office: (207) 367-2708
Website (if any):
http://www.penobscoteast.org

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NAMA's Fleet Vision Project

The Northwest Atlantic Marine Alliance or NAMA has asked that we pass this on to to interested parties - it explains their Fleet Vision Project and a link to sign a pledge of support. The Fleet Vision Project was designed to involve a diverse group of fishery-stakeholders in designing a vision for fisheries management in New England. Below is information provided by Brett, a NAMA employee.

What is the Fleet Vision Project: Nearly 300 people from all fishery-stakeholder groups in New

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Posted on March 15, 2010 at 9:00am —

Penobscot East CSF

CSF on Channel 5

Check it out - Penobscot East's CSF made it on Channel 5 this weekend. Recognize anyone in the footage?


http://www.wabi.tv/news/9887/local-co-op-helping-keep-alive-the-fishing-community

Posted on February 8, 2010 at 11:16am —

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Want to learn more about our CSF? Visit us on Facebook at Penobscot East CSF.

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Posted on January 25, 2010 at 2:21pm —

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Gail Cutting commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
Yes, and River Valley Farmers Market in Mexico opens June 18. Anyone interested in selling with us may call 364-3424 for information.
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Karen Harter commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
I guess I'll chime in. Lakes Region Farmers' Market in Windham will be opening on May 1. Anyone interested in joining email Karen@motherherbmaine.com
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I don't see too much posted here recently. Anyone have batches currently going? I'm looking to start a pyment in the near future in addition to some serious bottling. It's been a lazy winter and the carboys are stacking up. Definately time to start…
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Eat Local Foods Coalition Meeting at Brunswick Public Library - Seminar Room
March 29, 2010 from 9:45am to 12pm
ELFC is a coalition of organizations and individuals dedicated to supporting Maine's food producers and promoting and expanding access to locally grown food. For phone conference options email elfcmaine@yahoo.com
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Laura Campbell commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
We are currently still looking for meat and diary vendors. Email sweethollowsfarm@gmail.com or call Laura 926-5919. Thanks.
on Wednesday
Laura Campbell commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
New Gloucester's Market will be open for Mother's Day, Sunday May 9.
on Wednesday
Joe commented on Tom Roberts's group 'Maine Farmers' Markets'
Cumberland, Falmouth, Yarmouth, Gray, and Freeport will all be open by the end of May. Lewiston's three markets will open in mid June.
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Starting a Community Garden and Veggie Connection
Hi everyone,  We are starting a rather large community garden at Opportunity Farm in New Gloucester. Any and all volunteers are most welcome as well as any tips. Half the garden will go towards the Plant-A-Row program and our local 'veggie connectio…
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