Coronavirus Cases Detected at Alaska Seafood Plant Owned by Seattle-based Trident Seafoods

January 20, 2021 Hal Bernton, Seattle Times

Seattle-based Trident Seafoods reports that four workers at the company’s Akutan, Alaska, seafood plant have tested positive for coronavirus, including one who had difficulty breathing and had to be evacuated by air to a hospital in Anchorage.

Trader Joe’s Looks to Release Plant-Based Seafood in Near Future

January 20, 2021 The Beet

The company has hit the mark on plant-based substitutes for nearly every kind of animal protein, including turkeyless and beefless patties, Mandarin “chicken” morsels, chickenless crispy tenders, meatless breakfast patties, soy chorizo, and more.

Regal New Zealand King Salmon Wins Four Awards for Superior Taste

January 20, 2021 New Zealand King Salmon Co.

Regal New Zealand King Salmon is starting the year with a big splash. The premium King Salmon known for its rich yet light taste and buttery texture has just won four 2021 Superior Taste Awards from the International Taste Institute in Brussels.,

Secretary Perdue Statement on MOU on Animal Biotechnology

January 20, 2021 USDA

The USDA announced the finalization of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Food and Drug Administration (FDA) outlining responsibilities concerning the regulation of certain animals developed using genetic engineering that are intended for agricultural purposes (such as human food).

Diestel Family Ranch Wins Lawsuit Against DxE

January 20, 2021 Diestel Family Turkey Ranch

“We wanted to take a moment to update you on the ongoing litigation with Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) and their blatant misrepresentation of our farm, family and practices.”