Coonamessett Farm Foundation's mission is to conduct scientific research and educational projects that support sustainable fisheries operations, local small-scale agriculture and aquaculture, and renewable energy sources for the benefit of the public.
Unusual Scallop Gonad Observations
March Seasonal Survey Cruise Report
Our March survey was completed on eastern Georges Bank examining bycatch and scallop conditions aboard the F/V Endeavor. We observed some unusual patterns in scallop biology, including atypical reproductive development and abnormal partial spawning. Our gear comparisons also showed that the cover net captured a wider range of scallop sizes, including smaller, pre-recruit individuals not typically retained by standard dredges. One standout observation recorded was an increase in Atlantic cod encountered during sampling. Our next survey is scheduled for April. Stay tuned for more updates from this important fishing ground.
March 30, 2026
CFF at the Maine Fisheries Forum
CFF, Acbotics Research, and Lowell Instruments exhibited a joint fisheries technology display at the Maine Fishermen's Forum.
March 20, 2026
CFF Benthic Research Featured at Cape Cod Natural History Conference
CFF Research Biologist Natalie Jennings presents findings from the Davis Bank East Survey
March 19, 2026
Today is Global Recycling Day.
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March 18, 2026
Our feature film, Sustaining Sea Scallops, is now available online! Watch the full documentary to learn how the collaborative research model embraced by CFF helped a flagging scallop fishing industry rebound.
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