Today’s  NY Times article spotlights the Maine Lobster Industry and L.L. Bean heiress and lobster entrepreneur, Linda Bean. Her entrance into the seafood arena has taken Maine by storm. While there are differing opinions concerning her modus operandi, Linda clearly spells out her plan for success and rejuvination of Maine’s lobster industry in this interview.

Linda Bean, who enjoys working with words, is interested in “branding” Maine lobster as a worldwide recognizable and sustainable resource. She has been busy with her lobster roll chain, wharves, and processing plant. A recent acquisition includes Port Clyde’s Dip Net restaurant, and she has plans to start a Lobster Academy at Cook’s Cove next summer, run by her Executive Chef, Margaret Salt McLellan.

We’d love to hear your thoughts from home and abroad about the state of Maine’s lobster industry and Linda Bean’s contributions. Send us your comments!

Melanie Hyatt is the editor of Maine Food & Lifestyle magazine.