Shell Disease Increasing In Maine Lobster
A disease that disfigures lobsters has ticked up slightly in Maine in the last couple of years, but authorities and scientists say it’s not time to sound the alarm. …
Month: April 2018
In New Cautionary Approach, Maine Shellfish Areas Will Be Closed At First Sign Of Toxins
Public health officials say they will use extreme caution to manage toxic algae blooms this year to prevent another expensive and potentially dangerous shellfish recall. …
Missouri Is Working To Legislate Against Lab-Grown Meat Alternatives
As more and more Americans are substituting meat in their diets with plant-based alternatives, Missouri lawmakers have introduced a meat industry-friendly law that would impose stringent labeling requirements for lab-grown meats. …
Momentum Against USDA Checkoff Program Continues With 9th Circuit Ruling
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit upheld a lower court ruling on April 9 that the USDA's Beef Checkoff program is being administered in a way that interferes with ranchers' First Amendment rights, and that the government should be enjoined from collecting funds for the program without rancher consent. …
Perdue Farms To Create 125 Jobs, Invest $42M In Houston County
Gov. Nathan Deal announced that Perdue Farms will create 125 new jobs and invest $42 million to expand its cooking operation in Houston County. Perdue Farms’ cooking operation in Perry produces a variety of frozen, cooked chicken products for consumers and restaurants. …