Seafood Expo Postpones Boston Convention Over Coronavirus Concerns
The Seafood Expo North America announced Tuesday that it has postponed its March convention at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center due to concerns about the coronavirus. …
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Growers Hand Out Free Orchids as China Market Shrivels
Orchid growers in Nakhon Pathom gave out free bouquets after finding themselves overstocked as flower exports to China shrivel under the spread of the coronavirus. …
Instacart Accelerates Launch of Grocery Drop-off Service Amid Coronavirus Fears
Instacart said on Thursday it has brought forward the launch of its door-step grocery drop-off service in response to a surge in consumer demand amid rising fears of the coronavirus spreading in the United States. …
Coronavirus Shutters Southeast Alaska Geoduck Clam Fishery
The coronavirus that emerged in late 2019 has infected more than 60,000 people, mostly in China. Though there haven’t been any confirmed cases in Alaska, geoduck clam fishermen are feeling ripple effects. …
Mexico Sees Bigger Chinese Demand For Its Beef on Coronavirus Concerns
China’s appetite for Mexican steaks and other cuts of beef is expected to increase more than 40% this year, in part due to disruptions caused by the coronavirus outbreak, according to Mexico’s top cattle association. …
