Gerry Byrne says this show brings representatives from 167 fish buying nations from all over the world and to be absent is to be absent from the world marketplace.
Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture Minister Gerry Byrne and a delegation of fishery representatives will meet with key buyers in Boston to confront trade realities and secure strong markets. They are attending the Seafood Expo North America, which takes place March 16-18 in Boston, Massachusetts. Byrne says it is important to be at this show even in the midst of U.S. imposed tariffs. He says this show brings representatives from 167 fish buying nations from all over the world and to be absent is to be absent from the world marketplace. Byrne says they plan to meet with buyers in the U.S to get a message through to the Trump administration; they need to take a stand and tell the president to stop hurting American jobs and the economy, stop being a bully and stop with these ridiculous tariffs. Last year, about 65 percent of Newfoundland and Labrador’s seafood was exported to the United States, valued at $890 million.
Young people in western NL now have better local access to services for mental health, primary care, housing, employment, and community support. Becket Western NL, a new Integrated Youth Services (IYS) hub, has officially opened.
Bay St. George RCMP is looking for security camera footage after a break in at Lourdes Superette.
The first day of spring has come and gone, and with the extended winter weather, means motorists can keep their studded tires on a little longer.
Tip of a possible impaired driver
Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP and Traffic Services West took three vehicles off the road and laid charges during a traffic initiative late last week.
