Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center

Driving sustainable aquaculture research, education, and industry development since 1988.

MAIC sponsors and facilitates innovative aquaculture research, education, and industry collaboration across Maine.

The Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center was established in 1988 by the Maine Legislature with a mission to assist in developing economically and environmentally sustainable aquaculture opportunities in Maine.

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Research Projects

Pioneering GIS for shellfish site selection, developing new aquaculture tools, and advancing scallop & oyster research in Maine.

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Business Incubation

Supporting aquaculture startups at the Darling Marine Center and CCAR with lab space, mentoring, and technical assistance.

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Education & Training

Delivering aquaculture curricula, fisheries retraining programs, and hands-on training for students and professionals.

NEW! MAIC’s 2025 Annual Report

What has the team been up to in 2025? Read a summary of our projects and activities in the past year.

View the Annual Report

Explore Our Reports & Tools

Interactive dashboards and publications on aquaculture in Maine.

Maine R&D&E Climate Report 2025 Sea Scallop Hatchery Development

Upcoming Events

MAIC Webinar Series

Our MAIC webinar series will be returning in 2026! Check back for updates.

View Past Webinars

NACE/MAS 2026

Join us at the Northeast Aquaculture Conference & Exposition

January 7–9, 2026 • Portland, ME

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Support Sustainable Seafood: Join Us in Making a Difference!

At the Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center (MAIC), we believe that positive change begins with individuals like you. Every donation brings us closer to our mission of fostering a sustainable future for our communities and our planet. Together, we pave the way for a brighter, more resilient future.

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