Maine residents pump brakes on American Aquafarms' closed-containment salmon project

Citizens voted overwhelmingly for a six-month moratorium on the project while city officials scrutinize the operation's impact.

Last month, Blue Harvest Fisheries CEO Keith Decker, center, announced he would be taking on the top role at American Aquafarms, which is being developed by Norwegian executives.
Last month, Blue Harvest Fisheries CEO Keith Decker, center, announced he would be taking on the top role at American Aquafarms, which is being developed by Norwegian executives.Photo: IntraFish
Published 16 November 2021, 14:20Updated 16 November 2021, 14:20
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