China to Allow Imports of Blueberries From U.S.

China will allow imports of barley and blueberries from the United States, according to notices on its customs website.

Federal Waters off Texas Close to Shrimping on May 15, 2020

May 14, 2020 NOAA Fisheries

NOAA Fisheries announces federal waters from 9 to 200 nautical miles off Texas will close to shrimp trawling 30 minutes after official sunset, local time, on May 15, 2020, corresponding to the time Texas closes its state waters to shrimp trawling.

Copper River Salmon Fishery Opens During Coronavirus Concerns

May 14, 2020 Rebecca Palsha, KTUU

Thursday morning the Copper River salmon season began bright and early at 7 A.M. The salmon are famous for commanding high prices across America — with this popular fishery known as the earliest salmon opener in Alaska.

Prime Minister Announces New Support For Canada’s Fish Harvesters

Canadians working in the fishing industry are feeling the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. That is why the Government of Canada is taking action to support those workers, who help provide families and communities across the country with high-quality fish and seafood.

JBS USA and Pilgrim’s Invest More Than $ 200M in U.S. Coronavirus Response Efforts and Community Donations

May 14, 2020 JBS USA

In response to the global coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, JBS USA, an American-based food company and the majority shareholder of Pilgrim’s Pride Corporation (NASDAQ: PPC), today announced it is investing more than $ 200 million to support its team members and local communities in the United States.