Governor Northam Announces Expansion of Hydroponic Greenhouse Facility in Northampton County

Governor Ralph Northam announced that Shore Breeze Farms will expand operations at its hydroponic greenhouse facility in Northampton County, increasing its production of Virginia-grown leafy greens by thirty percent.

Gathered Foods, Makers of Good Catch Plant-Based Seafood, Introduces New Frozen Fish-Free Entrees and Appetizers

July 8, 2020 Good Catch

Gathered Foods, makers of Good Catch® plant-based seafood, today announced the launch of a new product line: frozen entrees and appetizers. Just in time for outdoor entertaining season, the exciting line-up consists of New England Style Plant-Based Crab Cakes, Thai Style Plant-Based Fish Cakes, and Classic Style Plant-Based Fish Burgers.

Chesapeake Bay’s Blue Crab Populations are Healthy, Report Finds

July 8, 2020 DAVE RESS, DAILY PRESS

The bay’s blue crabs aren’t being over-harvested and the population isn’t depleted, which means there’s no need for significant changes in how many watermen catch, the Chesapeake Bay Program’s annual Blue Crab Advisory Report said.

Price of Lobster Dips Amid Trade War and Pandemic

July 8, 2020 WMTW

The lack of demand is plunging the price of lobster. They are selling for about $ 4.50 per pound. That is roughly half of what they were selling for one year ago.

Groups Advocate For Safety at Tyson

Tyson Foods Inc. is drawing criticism from more than 120 advocacy groups that want to see improved safety measures for processing-plant workers during the pandemic.