ArmgaSys Acquires Envio Software, Support Team From Unisun Software

January 13, 2015 ArmgaSys

ArmgaSys, a full-service information technology company specializing in custom software and mobile applications, announced today it has acquired Envio software and the team supporting the agribusiness technology. Created by Unisun Software, Envio is used by growers, packers, and shippers throughout the fresh produce industry as a comprehensive inventory management solution.

The Produce Mom Announces 2nd Annual #HealthyNewYear Twitter Event

January 13, 2015 The Produce Mom®

The start of a new year is an ideal opportunity to share dialogue with consumers about healthy living, wellness, and the consumption of fresh produce.  For the second year in a row, The Produce Mom® has teamed up with industry brands and community organizations to offer the #HealthyNewYear Twitter event.

Administration's Proposed Seafood Traceability Program Could Impose New Requirements

Domestic fish harvesters and seafood producers could face new federal mandates under a seafood traceability program being developed by the Obama Administration. Last month, the Administration announced the Recommendations of the Presidential Task Force on Combating Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing and Seafood Fraud. President Obama charged the Task Force earlier this year to provide these recommendations because IUU fishing and seafood fraud cause billions of dollars of economic losses each year, harm U.S. producers and consumers, and jeopardize valuable food resources.

Strong Headwinds Face Alaska Seafood Marketers

January 12, 2015 Laine Welch, Sit News

Alaska seafood marketers are facing some strong headwinds heading into 2015, notably, for sockeye salmon and crab.

Santa Barbara Smokehouse Recalls Smoked Salmon For Possible Health Risk

January 12, 2015 FDA

The Santa Barbara Smokehouse Inc. of Santa Barbara, CA, is voluntarily recalling the following brands and batches of cold smoked salmon produced and packed between December 17th and December 24th 2014 because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria.