Two Thirds of Seafood Consumers Call for “Radical or Significant” Change to Feed Growing Population

A major survey of seafood consumers across seven countries in Europe, Asia, and North America has found widespread concern about the environmental and social impacts of food, with two thirds (63%) calling for “radical” or “significant” change to feed the world’s growing population.

N.S. Lobster Shipments to China Drop ‘Dramatically’ Due to Coronavirus

January 29, 2020 Paul Withers · CBC News

The coronavirus is putting the brakes on Nova Scotia lobster sales and shipments to China, which is a crucial market for Nova Scotia lobster exporters.

With Texas’ Blessing, New Oyster Industry Developing Along Gulf

It’s a pearl of an idea. Wild oysters already are harvested in a strictly regulated fishery in Texas. But beginning as early as the end of this year, these prized shellfish raised on saltwater farms in the Laguna Madre and elsewhere along the coast could begin hitting seafood stores.

Tyson Fresh Meats Launches Barbecue Initiative to Expand Retail, Foodservice Awareness

January 29, 2020 Tyson Foods

Tyson Fresh Meats, the beef and pork subsidiary of Tyson Foods, is entering competitive barbecue. The company is excited to announce its partnership with an elite team of well-known pitmasters who will compete in signature events including the Memphis in May International Festival and the American Royal World Series of Barbecue® using products from the Tyson Fresh Meats portfolio of brands.

MamaMancini’s Announces Appointment of Steven Burns as Executive Vice President with Focus on Operations and Controls

January 29, 2020 MamaMancini's

MamaMancini’s announced the appointment of Steven Burns as Executive Vice President, a well-respected commercial executive, to manage strategic operational and financial initiatives in support of the Company’s robust growth profile.