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Transmitting news and infomation about sustainable endeavors in Coastal Virginia and beyond. Updated Weekly.

Food Safety & Sustainable Production:

Local food related events are posted on the Events Page. Embedded PDFs below include info on local farmers' markets and recent news collected. For access to the entire news collection, visit Pinterest.

Fighting Fishy Activity in the Seafood Industry

2.2.15 - With Asian crab meat marketed as American, seafood fraud is an issue that hits close to home. Product traceability not only ensures quality and protects the interests of US fishermen, it prevents pirate activity and overfishing. In addition to dredging up complex global fishery concerns, many innovative solutions are explored. Read More.

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Monterey Bay Seafood Watch App

Updated app available for download

Whether you're at the seafood counter or the sushi bar, this app can help you make an informed decision about your meal. It can also help you locate businesses where others have found sustainable seafood. Free, up-to-date seafood recommendations searchable by common market names and access to in-depth conservation notes and reports are at your fingertips.

Global Fishing Watch is an online platform to track the activity of fishing vessels

Read more about watching the Sea from the Stars in The Stars Come Out for the Ocean

DIY Virginia Solar Vintner Tour

Vintners, who rely on sunshine to bring fruit to the vine, are also exploiting its power to energize their indoor operations. Read more.

Fishing for Sustainable Seafood Successful Solutions to Feed the Future

Includes management, technology and consumer info - Recirculating Saltwater Aquaculture far from the coast is highlighted. Read more.

Drink your way to a Cleaner Bay: Craft Brewers Contribute to Restoration Efforts - TidewaterCurrent.com.

 

 

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