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Host: Annie Fagan Coastal Conversations: Conversations with people who live, work, and play on the Maine coast, hosted by the University of Maine Sea Grant Program. This month: What does aquaculture look like in your community? This summer, we’re diving into aquaculture with a two-part series in July and August. This month, we’ll hear from Morgan Fogg of Nautical Farms and Kim Grindle of Islesboro Oyster Company about running a small business and navigating the joys and challenges of ocean farming. We’ll also hear from Lisa White, aquaculture program and outreach manager for the Maine Department of Marine Resources. Lisa will share about the process farmers go through to apply for their farm sites, and how you, as a member of the public, can weigh in. Guest/s: Morgan Fogg, co-founder and co-owner of Nautical Farms Kim Grindle, founder and owner-operator of Islesboro Oyster Company Lisa White, aquaculture program and outreach manager at the Maine Department of Marine Resources Additional resources from the Mai