Federal Commission Considers Increasing Legal Size of Lobsters to Protect Fishery

A federal commission will discuss increasing the minimum legal size of caught lobsters or other management measures to respond to a decline in numbers of juvenile lobster in recent years.

Three Individuals to Be Honored for Going Above and Beyond to Encourage More Americans to Eat Seafood for Better Health

The Seafood Nutrition Partnership (SNP) is proud to announce its class of 2022 Seafood Nutrition Partnership Honorees, a group of individuals who have gone above and beyond to support the SNP mission, inspiring a healthier America with exceptional outreach and impact in raising awareness about the essential nutritional benefits of eating seafood. These individuals, who will be acknowledged formally at the Seafood Nutrition Partnership Honors Gala on September 21, are passionate about improving the lives of Americans and have demonstrated exceptional impact.

Highview Capital Acquires WilMar, to Merge With Randall Foods

August 2, 2022 Highview Capital

Highview Capital announced it has acquired Jobbers Meat Packing Co., doing business as WilMar. WilMar, a protein processor specializing in ground beef solutions, will merge with Highview’s portfolio company, Randall Foods. The combination will create one of the leading protein providers in the U.S., with a complete suite of products, complementary operating cultures and a world class management team.

Meati Foods Secures $150M in Series C Funding to Expand Operations and Accelerate Production of Whole-Food, Mushroom-Root Meats

August 2, 2022 Meati Foods

 Meati Foods, the creator of Eat Meati™ juicy, delicious alternative whole-food proteins made from mushroom root, today announced it has raised $150 million in a Series C investment round that will help to expand the production and accessibility of the company’s popular products as they aim to become the U.S. market share leader in plant-based meat by 2025. The company’s products deliver taste and texture superior to current meat alternatives while offering comparable complete protein to meat with more fiber and no cholesterol.

2023 Perennial Plant of the Year Announced

The Perennial Plant Association is pleased to promote Rudbeckia ‘American Gold Rush’ as the 2023 Perennial Plant of the Year®.  ‘American Gold Rush’ is a stunning addition to any garden.  At the height of summer, it turns up the volume for a long season of dazzling color right up to autumnal frosts. The bright golden-yellow flowers feature arching rays and a reddish halo surrounding dark chocolate cones. Three-inch flowers blanket the compact plant, which is only 22-27 inches tall with a broader width to 40 inches if given room to grow.