EU Proposal To Ban American Lobsters To Move Forward

September 8, 2016 The Associated Press

An arm of the European Union says there’s enough scientific evidence to move forward with a review of Sweden’s request to declare the American lobster an invasive species.

NFI Issues Statement On AP Report Of Labor Violations In Hawaiian Fishery

September 8, 2016 National Fisheries Institute

NFI members have zero tolerance for human trafficking and or labor violations. Some workplace exemptions have historically allowed certain sectors to fill jobs that would not otherwise have been maintained by domestic workers. These exemptions can be mutually beneficial but these exemptions should not exclude laborers from basic workplace protections.

Antarctica Advisors Advises Sea Watch International In Acquisition Of Bar Harbor Foods

September 8, 2016 Antarctica Advisors

Antarctica Advisors LLC, the leading Seafood Industry-focused investment banking firm, acted as M&A advisor to Sea Watch International Ltd. in the acquisition of Looks Gourmet Foods Holding Company Inc. (d.b.a. Bar Harbor Foods).

Smithfield And Albertsons Companies Offer Race Fans A Chance To Drive Like A 'King'

September 8, 2016 Smithfield Foods

Smithfield and Albertsons Companies are teaming up to offer fans the ultimate racing experience: a chance to win and drive away with a replica of Petty’s 1967 Belvedere through the 2016 Winning 43 sweepstakes. The sweepstakes celebrates the anticipated 50th anniversary of the 1967 Plymouth Belvedere that drove racing legend Richard Petty, “The King,” into the history books with 27 wins during a single season.

NH Legislators Revising Law That Set Up Meat Inspection Program

September 8, 2016 The Associated Press

New Hampshire lawmakers are revising legislation that created a meat inspection program in the state five years ago but hasn't been fully implemented due to a lack of funding.