lobster industry News

Lobstermen’s Suit Against Conservation Group Over ‘Do-Not-Eat’ List Dropped

A California court has dismissed a lawsuit from a group of fishermen against a conservation group that added New England lobster to its list of seafood to avoid. The lawsuit stemmed from a decision by Seafood Watch, which rates the …

Maine Lobster Industry Files Defamation Suit Over California Aquarium’s Whale Warning

A coalition representing the Maine lobster industry is suing an aquarium on the other side of the country for recommending that seafood customers avoid buying a variety of lobster mostly harvested in their state. Industry groups including Maine Lobstermen’s Association …