Month: April 2013

Avocados From Mexico Maintains Momentum Through Cinco De Mayo & Into Summer With Robust Volume

April 25, 2013 Avocado Producers and Exporting Packers Association of Mexico (APEAM)

Building on the momentum of its strong Spring campaign launch, Avocados from Mexico has increased projected volume estimates for Cinco de Mayo and into early Summer to support growing market demand. According to industry data, total avocado consumption in the U.S. reached a record 1.5 billion pounds in 2012 and is expected to further increase in 2013. The projected volume increase of 12% from Avocados from Mexico for the April – June 2013 time period will enable retailers and foodservice operators to continue to actively promote the fruit and drive growth. …

New Studies Explore Mango's Potential Health-Affirming Properties

April 25, 2013 National Mango Board

Two of the most serious health conditions facing Americans today—obesity and cancer—are the subject of new mango nutrition research presented this week at the Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology (FASEB) in Boston.  This preliminary research identifies important findings that merit further investigation to determine whether mangos can potentially have a positive effect on blood sugar in obese individuals and help to limit inflammation. …

In-Depth With Louisiana Foods' Jim Gossen

April 24, 2013 Ed Lallo, Louisiana Seafood News

Last August, Gossen sold Louisiana Foods to industry leader Sysco Foods – and it is now called Sysco Louisiana Seafood. Terms of the sale included him staying on as the chairman. “It was important to me that the culture of Louisiana Foods remain the same,” he explained on why he agreed to stay. “We are known for the best quality of seafood, and I didn’t want that to be lost with the transition.” …

Seafood Sustainability Requires A Global Approach

April 24, 2013 Kerry Coughlin, Marine Stewardship Council

Seafood is the largest traded food commodity in the world. The amount coming from aquaculture production is increasing but nearly half the global supply comes from boats that go out and capture wild fish from the world's oceans, lakes and rivers. This is the only significant commercially traded protein source on earth that is still hunted in the wild. …

Maine Lobster Marketing Bill Supported By Committee

April 24, 2013 Staff Reporter, Associated Press

A legislative committee is supporting a bill that aims to boost Maine’s troubled lobster industry by pumping more money into marketing the state’s signature seafood. …