Sonoma Coast Dungeness Crab Arrives In Local Markets Ahead of New Year’s Celebrations

The commercial catch of Dungeness crab off the Sonoma Coast officially began on Wednesday, though crabbers were allowed to place their pots into the water beginning 8 a.m. Dec. 26.

Trident Seafoods to Acquire 300-Foot Starbound to Add to Pollock Fleet

The privately held company based in Ballard announced an agreement to acquire Starbound, a 300-foot catcher processor that harvests pollock in Alaska and whiting in the Pacific Northwest.

Meat Packers’ Profit Margins Jumped 300% During Pandemic – White House Economics Team

December 31, 2021 Andrea Shalal, Reuters

Four of the biggest meat-processing companies, using their market power in the highly consolidated U.S. market to drive up meat prices and underpay farmers, have tripled their own net profit margins since the pandemic started, White House economics advisers said.

Smoked in Alabama: Sausage Companies Linked by Pride in Their Process, Products

Alabama boasts quite a few homegrown food brands, and among those, one has become almost synonymous with the product it produces. Conecuh Sausage company in Evergreen is so well known, many don’t even bother finishing the phrase when referencing the flavorful, meaty treat. They simply say, “Let’s grill some Conecuh.” Or, “Add Conecuh to your grocery list, hon.”

Anemones: A Breath of Fresh Air

December 31, 2021 FloraLife

Anemones are flowers which embody the most beautiful contradictions. They are high in drama due to their stunning colors, yet they remain delicate and ethereal. These flowers offer the perfect visual antidote for any holiday decoration fatigue you may be feeling.