Hormel Foods Announces the Completion of Solar Array at its Swiss American Sausage Company Facility in California

December 19, 2019 Hormel Foods Corporation

Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) and IGS Solar have announced the completion of the solar energy project at the Hormel Foods Swiss American Sausage Company facility in Lathrop, Calif. The completion was celebrated at a Flip the Switch Event yesterday at the manufacturing facility, which produces a variety of pepperoni and salami for foodservice pizza toppings.

McDonald’s Canada Names its First-Ever Flagship Farmer

December 19, 2019 McDonald's Canada

McDonald’s Canada has named Stephen Hughes from Chinook Ranch in Longview, Alberta, as its first-ever Canadian representative for the McDonald’s Flagship Farmer Program, a global initiative that amplifies the stories of exceptional farmers who exemplify best practices in beef production and agriculture.

Maine Lobstermen Skeptical of Proposal to Tie ‘Whale-Safe’ Seafood Label to Use of New Fishing Gear

December 19, 2019 FRED BEVER, Maine Public

A movement is emerging among conservation groups to create a “whale-safe” seal of approval for lobster caught with new types of gear designed to protect endangered North Atlantic right whales. But it could be a tough sell in Maine, where some say the iconic fishery is already sustainable.

NaturalShrimp Launches Newly Completed Informative Website

December 19, 2019 NaturalShrimp

The public can count on this new website for continuing updates regarding NaturalShrimp’s progress toward meeting its goal of providing fresh, gourmet-grade shrimp worldwide without the use of antibiotics, probiotics or toxic chemicals through use of its patented technology.

First Oyster Fishery in the Americas MSC Certified

December 19, 2019 Marine Stewardship Council

The certification comes following a rigorous 10-month assessment carried out by independent, third party assessor MRAG Americas, to ensure the fishery meets the MSC fisheries standard, including ensuring sustainable fish stocks; minimizing environmental impact, and ensuring there are responsive management systems in place.