Nofima Brings Together Leading European Organizations to Form The Millennial Salmon Project Aimed at Creating the Most Sustainable Salmon of the Future

August 23, 2021 Nofima

Nofima, the Norwegian institute for applied research within the fields of fisheries, aquaculture, and food research, launched the Millennial Salmon Project with partners across the value chain to accelerate the development of sustainable solutions for the future of farmed salmon.

Fish Factor: Statewide Salmon Harvest Far Exceeds 2020 Catch

Alaska’s salmon landings have passed the season’s midpoint and by Aug. 7 the statewide catch had topped 116 million fish. State managers are calling for a projected total 2021 harvest of 190 million salmon, a 61% increase over 2020.

National Regulator Proposes Electronic Tracking of Lobster Fishing Vessels

August 23, 2021 WMTW

The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission is considering using electronic tracking systems on board some lobster fishing boats.

National Pork Board: Could Ground Pork Be the Key to Increased Meat Sales?

August 23, 2021 National Pork Board

Last month, the National Pork Board (NPB) re-set the meat case in 35 Hy-Vee stores across Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota and Nebraska to test if ground pork placement could increase overall meat department sales.

Farmland Donates $100,000 to The National FFA Organization to Help Support The Future of Farming and America’s Food Supply

August 23, 2021 Smithfield Foods, Inc.

Farmland® recognized the National FFA Organization and its positive impact in the agricultural industry through a check donation of $100,000. The gift is part of the 2021 Honoring the Heartland Tour, an initiative launched by Farmland in June to show appreciation for the honest work and tireless commitment in Midwest farming communities, agriculture industries, and retail establishments, and to support the next generation of farmers, which includes the more than 760,000 current FFA student members.