Trident Seafoods Opens Georgia Plant

A Seattle-based company that sells frozen seafood has opened a $40 million production plant and distribution center in Georgia.

Senator Cardin Wants More Oyster Farms In Chesapeake Bay

September 2, 2015 Mike Schuh, WJZ

Senator Ben Cardin invited those who can open up the bay to more oyster farms to those who want to grow them.

Lewis Mills & Co. Achieves Chain Of Custody Certification From ASC

September 2, 2015 Lewis Mills & Co.

Lewis Mills & Co. announced today they have achieved Chain of Custody certification from the Aquaculture Stewardship Council. Lewis Mills & Co. is a leading seafood sourcer and importer of a range of superior seafood from across the globe. The new ASC Chain of Custody certification gives Lewis Mills & Co. the ability to make credible claims of the sustainability of the farmed Atlantic Salmon that they source for their customers.

Beef Safety Conference Convenes Next Week

September 2, 2015 North American Meat Institute

The North American Meat Institute Foundation's Pathogen Control and Regulatory Compliance in Beef Processing Conference , which will take place September 9-10, 2015, in Rosemont, Illinois.

NAMI Submits Comments To Health Canada Regarding Nutrition Facts Table Updates

September 2, 2015 North American Meat Institute

The Meat Institute submitted comments to Health Canada regarding proposed changes to Canada's Nutrition Facts table on food products. The comments commend the five year implementation period, stating it provides sufficient time for industry to make the necessary changes and ensure existing labels stocks can be used, while also accommodating any potential logistical challenges and supply chain issues associated with updating the Nutrition Facts table.