A recent winter dredge survey by Maryland and Virginia scientists provides important clues regarding blue crabs in the Chesapeake Bay. 2017 Winter Dredge Survey Results The results of the 2017 winter dredge survey show the total population of blue crabs … Continued
Maryland’s Oyster Advisory Commission (OAC) recently received a draft proposal for revising the state’s current oyster management areas. The proposal was based on deliberations at past commission meetings and includes stakeholder comments and recommendations from the commercial seafood industry, conservationists, … Continued
Aerial survey teams of pilots and biologists from Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) counted about 812,600 waterfowl while conducting the 2017 Maryland Midwinter Waterfowl Survey. The total was higher than the 663,000 … Continued
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) recently announced that the agency seeks to establish an economically-productive and sustainable oyster harvesting cooperative in Anne Arundel County. According to DNR, the comprehensive private-public partnership will enhance the long-term business and economic … Continued
The Maryland Department of Natural Resources invites local governments and nonprofit organizations to apply for funding to help restore the Chesapeake Bay and improve water quality. The department is seeking to fund community projects aimed at mitigating and reducing nonpoint … Continued