ome are concerned that the program may evolve into aquaculture. Benefits:oThis program has been implemented successfully in many other countries.oThe potential for settlement and growth is increasedoMeat weights would be higher oCreates sustainability in the resourceoLess competition because there is more of the resourceoEconomic stability within the industry could be achieved (no more boom and bust cycles)Administration: A method of administration would be crucial for this programs success for several reasons:1.Distribution of work2.Allocation of the reseeded stock3.Entry into the program4.Obtaining fundsTypes of management that could be implemented include regional councils (like the lobster zones), municipal government, and state government…Enforcement: would be expensive, because areas would have to be monitored (like clam wardens)Sustainability: With the cooperation of all those affected, the potential for enhancement to create sustainability is high. B.Aquaculture: What is it? Involves enhancement, but is a more controlled way of harvesting the resource. What does it involve? Collected spat are placed in protective nets or cages, which are then placed back in the water column in areas of ideal growing conditions. Scallops are placed in ideal grow- out areas (usually protected) and predation is controlled so most scallop survive to harvestable size. Problems:oRequires a lot of research and developmentoCostly to startup (equipment, training)oUnpopular because other interests (ex. property owners) do not want to see the scallop rafts oFrequently linked in a negative manner to the term “big business”oIs very different from the traditional style of fishery in Maine, which causes opposition.oMuch of the necessary scientific research necessary to create a successful program has not been preformed and would require extensive funding.oPrevents other fishing interests from having access to an areaoMust be protected f...
