Inverness, CA's Drakes Bay Oyster Co. Reopens After Closure Due To Illness

West Marin's Drakes Bay Oyster Co., which closed last month after three illnesses were linked to its raw oysters, has been cleared by the state and has reopened under a monitoring system set up to make sure its shellfish remain free of an illness-causing bacterium.

Maine's Commercial Fisheries Rank Third In Value Nationwide

September 25, 2012 Bill Trotter, Bangor Daily News

Much has been said about how Maine ranks against the rest of the country when it comes to child well-being, income growth, bike-friendliness and, of course, doing business. When it comes to the value of its commercial fish landings, however, Maine shoots past most of the others.

Wixon Offers New, On-Trend Seasonings For Protein

September 25, 2012 Wixon

Wixon Inc. has introduced its newest, innovative offerings for protein, delivering a simple way to add a gourmet touch to meals. The latest in on-trend seasonings and rubs can inspire new products or simply reinvigorate old classics.

Heavy Carcass Weights Mean More Beef

"How big is too big?" is the question on the minds of cattle feeders. Shawn Walter, owner and president of Professional Cattle Consultants in Hydro, Okla., said carcass weights continue to climb. Retail and food service don't mind the larger carcasses because they give them more product to sell and more pounds of ground beef. However, they also are then challenged with larger cuts to deal with and how to serve them.

Beef Checkoff Sets FY2013 Plan Of Work

September 25, 2012 The Beef Checkoff Program

The Cattlemen’s Beef Board will invest about $40.3 million into programs of beef promotion, research, consumer information, industry information, foreign marketing and producer communications in Fiscal Year 2013, if today’s recommendation of the Beef Promotion Operating Committee is approved by USDA, following review by the full Beef Board.