by Erin Miller Atlantic sea scallops, Placopecten magellanicus, are among the most valuable shellfish in New England. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), commercial landings were valued at $478 million in 2022. Atlantic scallops were Maine’s fifth most valuable fishery that year.  The burgeoning industry offers great promise for working waterfronts, but read more UMaine study reveals how to turn the tide on scallop-rearing challenges