recirculating aquaculture systems

Robert Walker is the Co-founder, Director & President at Gold River Aquafarms a 3,000 MT land-based sustainable Steelhead farm using recirculating aquaculture system (RAS). In this episode Robert and KJ discuss the importance of sustainable and regenerative farming practices. Listen in as Robert shares the challenges and misconceptions surrounding fish farming, the impact of the natural environment on aquaculture, and the concerns about diminishing supplies of wild fish. 

 Key Takeaways:

• The importance of being aware of where our food comes from
• How you can support regenerative and organic farming practices in everyday life
• Why aquafarming is a game-changer for environmental sustainability
• How technology is improving the way we eat

Quote of the Show (03:00):

"Innovation and disruption is all about accepting what's going on in the world around us and adapting to it." - Robert Walker

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Scarlet Tudor is the Research and Outreach Coordinator for the Aquaculture Research Institute at the University of Maine. Scarlet has a Ph.D. in Marine Sciences, and has a deep interest in animal behaviors. 

Scarlet was one of the scientists who helped with the MSF project The Warming Sea, accompanying Composer Lucas Richman to some middle schools around  Maine.

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The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Science Festival. It was recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. Edited and produced by Kate Dickerson; production support by Maranda Bouchard. 

The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker. 

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Heather Hamlin is an Associate Professor of Marine Biology and Aquaculture, in the School of Marine Sciences at the University of Maine. Heather earned her BS in Biology, and an MS in Marine Bio-resources from the University of Maine before working as a Senior Biologist at Mote Marine Laboratory in Sarasota Florida. She earned her Ph.D. from the University of Florida in 2007, and then worked as a post-doctoral scholar at the same institution studying the effects of environmental pollutants on the endocrine system of aquatic animals.

In 2010, Heather joined the Medical University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine as an Assistant Professor examining how contaminants can alter maternal-fetal health. Heather returned in 2011 to the University of Maine’s School of Marine Sciences. Heather’s current research seeks to understand how human-induced changes in the environment, whether it be climate change, ocean acidification or pollutants, can affect the reproduction and development of aquatic animals that are important to Maine’s economy. She positions her research to turn knowledge into solutions that contribute to the resilience of Maine’s ocean resources.

Heather presented at the MSF Showcase Event 5 Minute Genius in 2017. You can see her video at the MSF YouTube channel. 

Heather also spoke with Composer Lucas Richman about her work, as part of his research for The Warming Sea, and was scheduled to present at the 2020 MSF before it was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Science Festival. It was recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. Edited and produced by Kate Dickerson; production support by Maranda Bouchard. 

The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker. 

Support provided by Maine Technology Institute.

Find us online:

Website - Maine Science Festival

Maine Science Festival on social media: Facebook    Twitter     Instagram

Maine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook    Twitter     Instagram

contact us: podcast@mainesciencefestival.org

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The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It was recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle.

The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker.

To support the Maine Discovery Museum: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate.  

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