Newfoundland Snow Crab Stocks Remain Healthy, but There is a Threat to Growth

March 10, 2025 Maddie Ryan, CBC News

The DFO established a new biomass index for exploitable snow crab that takes data from trawl and trap surveys. The stock assessment says this new model reduces “the impact of recent gaps in survey data” by using a single-time series.

Bama Sea Products Names Industry Veteran Guy Lott to Executive Leadership Team

March 10, 2025 Bama Sea Products, Inc.

Guy Lott’s extensive experience in the seafood industry, along with his strong connections with leading multi-unit restaurant chains, major retailers and fine-dining establishments, propels Bama’s ongoing sales strategy.

USDA Terminates National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods and National Advisory Committee on Meat and Poultry Inspection

March 10, 2025 Food Safety Tech

Two key food safety advisory committees have been terminated—the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) National Advisory Committee on Microbiological Criteria for Foods (NACMCF) and National Advisory Committee on Meat and Poultry Inspection (NACMPI).

Canada Suspends Imports from Biggest US Pork Processing Plant

March 10, 2025 Tom Polansek, Reuters

It is the latest blow for America’s farm sector, which has been roiled by concerns that U.S. tariffs will spark retaliation from top importers that reduces demand for American agricultural products.

Duel of the Delphiniums Contest

March 10, 2025 Details Flowers Software

Details Flowers Software, Ball SB, and SAF are bringing you Duel of The Delphiniums. This exciting March Madness-style contest celebrates the artistry and passion of florists. This year, we’re challenging you to create breathtaking designs using Delphinium varieties from BallSB. The more unique, the better!