Maine Lobstermen
Notch
Conserve the resource.
Protect the future.
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Maine lobstermen have a well-earned reputation for conscious stewardship of the lobster population. The long-term sustainability of the lobster fishery is a testament to Maine lobstermen. The Maine Lobstermen’s Association and the New England Fishermen’s Stewardship Association are dedicated to passing the trade on to the next generation and preserving Maine’s lobstering heritage.
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No practice better speaks to the industry's ethic of conservation than V-notching.
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Why V-Notch?
Maine’s long-standing v-notching ethic is part of the fishery’s strong stewardship practice. Maine lobstermen take responsibility for the long-term health of the resource. By continuing this legacy and encouraging every harvester to do their part, we strengthen the future of the fishery and uphold the proud reputation of Maine lobstermen as stewards of the fishery.
Discover how Maine lobstermen have been practicing common-sense conservation for decades to sustain lobster populations and their way of life.
