N.J. Report Sees Great Potential In Aquaculture

The farming of oysters and clams at the New Jersey Shore, helped by new technologies, has struck deep enough roots for experts and state officials to turn their focus to growing and marketing shellfish aquaculture, including a push to open more coastal waters to the industry.

MO Dept. Of Agriculture Halts Meat Processing At Kleoppel Meats d.b.a Alma Meats

The Missouri Department of Agriculture's Meat and Poultry Inspection Program has temporarily halted all cooked-meat processing for retail and wholesale at Kleoppel Meats d.b.a Alma Meats in Alma, Mo. due to violations identified during an inspection today, Jan. 4, 2012. Members of the Missouri Department of Agriculture's Meat and Poultry Inspection Program uncovered records indicating that the business operated by Terry Kleoppel sold meat to consumers that had been improperly handled and was not inspected.

Mason Wells Acquires Eddy Packing Co., Inc.

January 5, 2012 Mason Wells

Mason Wells announced that it has closed on an acquisition of Eddy Packing Co., Inc. (“Eddy”). The business will be owned by Mason Wells, management and other co-investors.

Morasch Meats Of Portland Invests Heavily To Stay On The Cutting Edge

January 5, 2012 Quinton Smith, Oregonian

A small, family-owned Portland meat processing company is trying to do what two high-tech companies could not: make a 90,000-square-foot building work.

Hass Avocado Board Encourages Avocado Demand For The Big Game

January 5, 2012 Hass Avocado Board

Each year, Big Game is one of the largest consumption occasions of the year for Hass avocados, and this year is no exception. The Hass Avocado Board (HAB) is estimating that 71.4 million pounds of fruit will be consumed by fans during this year’s Big Game festivities. To further encourage consumer purchases of avocados during this key sales period, HAB is implementing a multi-platform marketing campaign that highlights how Hass avocados can be incorporated into Big Game party menus.