Cultivating Crops and Care: The ‘Lifelong Effects and Benefits’ of Education

January 10, 2019 Fyffes

With Fyffes counting among its core values a focus on providing academic development for local children, we take a closer look at the investments the global produce leader is making in its farming communities.

Frieda’s Introduces Lunar New Year to the Produce Aisle

January 10, 2019 Frieda’s Specialty Produce

Frieda’s is innovating to recognize it as Lunar New Year to be more inclusive of all Asian cultures that celebrate the holiday. This is a great opportunity to bring into your store shoppers who are familiar with or curious about Asian cuisine, while appealing to shoppers of all Asian descents. The Year of the Pig will begin on February 5 and be celebrated through February 19.

OR, WA Crab Fishing Season Delayed by Weather, Small Crabs

January 9, 2019 Chloe Skaar, TDN.com

Smaller crabs and bad weather are delaying the start of crabbing for Washington and Oregon, but fishermen seem to be optimistic after last year’s record-breaking season.

Large Maine Salmon Farm to Prioritize Sustainability

January 9, 2019 Associated Press

Nordic Aquafarms plans to build an inland salmon farm capable of producing more than 60 million pounds of fish per year in Belfast. It has called the project one of the largest of its kind.

Sixty South Announces 100% ASC Certified Pure Antarctic Salmon

January 9, 2019 Sixty South

With the company’s pristine location and tireless commitment to the most sustainable farming practices, Sixty South is thrilled to have received Aquaculture Stewardship Council certification for 100 percent of its sites last year.