USDA Announces Appointments to the Christmas Tree Promotion Board

November 24, 2020 USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the appointment of five producers and one importer to serve on the Christmas Tree Promotion Board with three-year terms beginning on Jan. 1, 2021, and expiring Dec. 31, 2023.

Nordic Aquafarms Obtains Permits for Proposed Salmon Farm in Belfast, but Job Isn’t Done Yet

November 24, 2020 Sam Rogers, NEWS CENTER Maine

The company announced Thursday it was awarded four state-level permits but still needs local and federal permits and avoid legal trouble before the ground is broken.

Treasure Coast Shellfish: Sebastian-Based Oyster Farm Now Selling to Area Restaurants

November 24, 2020 Meghan McRoberts, WPTV

Have you ever tried ‘Florida-grown’ oysters? A Treasure Coast business owner is making it easier for you to get local oysters on your plate.

Trans-Ocean Inc. Awarded MSC US Ocean Champion Award for Continued Dedication to Sustainability

November 24, 2020 Marine Stewardship Council

The Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) awarded Lou Shaheen and the entire team at Trans-Ocean Products Inc. the 2020 US MSC Ocean Champion Award for their continued dedication to seafood sustainability and for going above and beyond the MSC standard to make MSC certified products available to consumers.

CFIA: Certain Miss Vickie’s Brand Original Recipe Kettle Cooked Potato Chips Recalled Due to Possible Presence of Pieces of Glass

The food recall warning issued on November 3, 2020 has been updated to include additional distribution information. This additional information was identified during the Canadian Food Inspection Agency’s (CFIA) food safety investigation.