Oceana Calls For 'One Name For One Fish' For All US Seafood

July 23, 2015 Oceana

Oceana is calling on the federal government to require “one name for one fish” for all seafood in the United States. The importance of species-specific names is detailed in a new analysis released by Oceana today that reveals the health and conservation concerns of using ambiguous names for seafood sold in the U.S.

Chile's Salmon Flops At Costco, Grocers

Chile's salmon farmers are using record levels of antibiotics to treat a virulent and pervasive bacteria, driving away some U.S. retailers including Costco Wholesale Corp, which is turning to antibiotic-free Norwegian salmon.

Albertsons Companies Expands Responsible Seafood Partnership With FishWise

Albertsons Companies, Inc. which includes well known banners such as Albertsons, Jewel-Osco, Shaw’s and Safeway , the second-largest traditional grocer in the U.S., is expanding its partnership with nonprofit sustainable seafood advisor FishWise across all of the Company’s banners. Safeway began a partnership with FishWise in 2010 to develop and implement a more comprehensive sustainable seafood policy. With the merger completed between the two companies in January 2015, FishWise is now bringing its data-driven approach and environmental expertise to the Company’s stores nationwide.

Bratwurst Battle Brewing In Federal Court Over Johnsonville Sausage Marketing

Klement Sausage Co. is suing Johnsonville Sausage in federal court for trademark infringement. The Milwaukee company says it trademarked "backyard bratwurst" in 2009 and that Johnsonville's attempt to trademark "backyard grilled brat" was rejected by federal regulators.

Oscar Mayer Brand Unveils Adventurous Addition To Wienermobile Fleet On National Hot Dog Day

July 23, 2015 Kraft Heinz Company

The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile vehicle fleet has been an important part of Americana since 1936, bringing smiles and Wiener Whistles to people everywhere – but not hot dogs. That all changes today, as the Oscar Mayer brand unveils the Wiener Rover, an all-terrain hot dog on heavy-duty wheels that will deliver hot dogs to fans across the country.