Maine Scallop Survey Shows Mixed Results For Stock

A Maine state government survey about the density of scallops from Penobscot Bay to Lubec shows mixed results for the fishery.

Shellfish Conference Explores Uncertain Future Of The Once-Plentiful Whelk

December 15, 2014 Bo Peterson, Post & Courier

The whelk was the other seafood of the Lowcountry coast, a late winter harvest when shrimping shut down. Tommy Edwards used to pull in three or four tractor-trailer loads per year. The tough meat of the conch-like creature wasn't as popular here as the succulent clam or the party roast oyster. But it could be sold by the bushel up north, where whelks sometimes are served as scungilli in Italian dishes, often with a marinara sauce. It is sold by the can.

CB Old Country Store Spiral Ham Available In Grocery Stores

Just in time for the holiday season, CB Old Country Store™ Spiral Ham is now available for purchase in grocery stores across the country. This popular holiday meal staple is the perfect main course offering for any gathering of family and friends.

Prairie Grove Farms Partners With Farmer Veteran Coalition To Help Veterans Become Farmers

December 15, 2014 Prairie Grove Farms

Prairie Grove Farms announced today it is partnering with Farmer Veteran Coalition and donating a portion of sales with the goal of raising $250,000 by December 2015. The contribution to FVC will support programs which prepare veterans to continue serving their country by feeding it.

Beef Checkoff Ensures Farmers & Ranchers Are Heard At Food For Tomorrow Conference

December 15, 2014 The Beef Checkoff Program

On Nov. 11-12, 2014, the beef checkoff, through the U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance (USFRA), participated in the New York Time's "Food for Tomorrow" conference held at Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture in Pocantino Hills, NY – a place many would call a "foodie" mecca.