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In a surprise move global brands say no to Arctic fishing

May 30, 2016 The Norwegian Fishing Vessel Owners Association, Fiskebåt, Russian fishing giant Karat and Europe’s largest processor of frozen fish Espersen, have agreed to halt further expansion of cod fishing into the previously frozen Northern Barents Sea.

Aramark expands MSC certification to Canadian colleges, universities

May 30, 2016 Aramark has announced that it has achieved MSC Chain of Custody certification, this allows it to source and serve wild-caught seafood that is sustainable and traceable to a certified fishery.

Marine sector in Ireland needs government support

May 30, 2016 The new Minister for the Marine, Michael Creed, must ensure swift and measurable action to support marine sector in Ireland, a conference in Athlone heard.

FDA sets new rules for food safety

May 30, 2016 The U.S. Food and Drug Administration finalized a new food safety rule under the landmark, bipartisan FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).

Vietnam farmers switch to pepper as coffee prices fall

May 30, 2016 The high price of pepper, combined with a drop in coffee prices, has caused many farmers to switch to cultivating pepper vines.

After public pressure, Aldi Australia to end battery egg retailing

May 28, 2016 Aldi Australia has said it will no longer sell battery eggs by the year 2025, as the retailer came to an agreement with its suppliers to reduce the amount between now and then.

Aquaculture creates benefits for rural households in Timor-Leste

May 28, 2016 In Timor-Leste, where malnutrition rates are high, aquaculture is providing rural households with access to nutritious fish and vital income.

Ontario farmers launch their own weather network

May 28, 2016 Southern Ontario farmers are building their own weather network to more accurately record how conditions will affect their crops.

Potential meat export opportunities for EU in Latin America

May 28, 2016 Latin America has the potential to become a more important player in the global pork market, including the development of increased opportunities for EU exporters, according to AHDB Pork.

Lithuania expects to launch beef exports to Algeria soon

May 28, 2016 The Lithuanian and Algerian authorities are finalizing veterinary certificates for Lithuanian meat product exports to the North African country, the daily Lietuvos Zinios reported.

$1.1 million for development of Empire State's agriculture

May 27, 2016 Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced $1.1 million for projects that strengthen the research, promotion and development of New York State's agricultural industry.

On farmers' request USDA extends farm status applications date

May 27, 2016 Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced a one-time, 30-day extension to the June 1 deadline for recording farm organization structures related to Actively Engaged in Farming determinations.