fortune ox feature NoneScottish farmed salmon was the UK’s last year, ending up in restaurants and on dinner tables all over the world. But also in 2023, the industry trade body sought to drop the word “farmed” from its of “Scottish farmed salmon” after two successive years of . As well as the name change, Salmon Scotland’s application to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) also sought to ease restrictions on production methods. The reason Salmon Scotland gave in its for dropping “farmed” was to protect Scottish producers from competition from “imported, commoditised product, often of lower quality”, despite “Scottish” already being a protected label. Defra in April 2024, meaning “farmed” could be dropped from all packaging of food containing Scottish salmon in any form. But there’s a chance that the changes to production methods outlined in the application could themselves cause quality to suffer – and with it the reputation of Scottish farmed salmon. This could be compounded if consumers, not seeing the word “farmed” on labels, assume they are buying wild-caught salmon and end up disappointed with the product. Back in 2008, the had approved the UK government’s application for protecting the name “Scottish farmed salmon”. recognise the need to improve farmers’ incomes as well as protect consumers with clear information. Salmon Scotland’s successful also removed the qualifiers “conventional” and “organic”, with no distinction left between the two. And crucially, dropping the production method – “farmed” as opposed to “wild-caught” – creates ambiguities at a time when the Scottish government is wild salmon stocks. In removing several constraints on production methods, it risks harming quality in favour of cheaper production. The requirement of fish farmed in “western Scotland” has been broadened to “Scotland” as a whole. But eastern Scotland, as well as the shallower waters of the North Sea, is not suitable for quality salmon. Most critically, the requirement ensuring stocks within cages do not exceed a density of 10kg per cubic metre was removed, creating a higher risk of infections and infestations of sea lice. Interestingly, in 2018, retailer Waitrose had asked the sector to drastically of salmon stock in cages to the level of organic stock, given the high salmon mortality rate of 23%. The reportedly asked the industry in five years to reduce the number of fish to reduce salmon-related waste. The waste affects other seabed-based species, and eventually the salmon itself, with sea lice infestation and high mortality. A requirement to ensure the fish has “no rancidity” is now essentially reduced to an informal smell test. The 2008 protected geographical indication was intended to guarantee the salmon’s Scottish origin. But given the multinational producers operating in Scotland and the need for large fish of a specific shape, salmon eggs are largely imported. A Scottish government survey shows that were imported in 2022 and 40.6 million in 2023, usually from Ireland, Iceland and Norway. These eggs have been bred to create farmed salmon exclusively for size, quite different from wild salmon, when they escape from their cages. In allowing Salmon Scotland to drop the word “farmed”, Defra’s decision appears to go against the spirit of the EC regulations on protected geographical indication. So, there is a serious risk that what was a premium product will eventually become known as the same commoditised, low-quality product that Salmon Scotland is claiming to fight against. Such commoditisation – placing more focus on quantity than quality – puts smaller Scottish producers at a disadvantage against global producers operating in Scotland like Norway-based and Faroe-based . Domestic producers, unable to benefit from economies of scale, rely on the geographic premium or on the method of production (“organic”, for instance) to carve out their niche in the market. The geographic premium to protect the interests of small farmers and producers is the reason for the geographic indication – large producers can create a premium around their own brand. A consumer perspective Many studies show that, while consumers worldwide value Scottish-farmed salmon, they also prize wild salmon over farmed. A across the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain regarding consumers’ found that shoppers were willing to pay less for farmed salmon than the wild-caught variety. Separately, a found that consumers view wild fish as significantly healthier than farmed fish and safer to eat. found that Japanese consumers prefer wild salmon and that farmed salmon may be perceived as less environmentally friendly. Removing the word “farmed” could confuse global consumers into thinking salmon is wild-caught. Any production-related controversy in the future could create a backlash if consumers believe that dropping the “farmed” production method was deliberately deceptive. Controversies could stem from the so-called , with a pilot study having found farmed salmon showed consistently of pollutants than wild-caught salmon. A major source of these pollutants is the fish meal and fish oil in the feed for farmed salmon. A found strong consumer aversion to increased levels of synthetic industrial chemicals called polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), which may get into farmed salmon via its feed. Higher density could result in widespread infectious salmon anaemia in the salmon stock, as happened in . And have hit the Scottish salmon industry too. The Scottish government’s Fish Health Inspectorate noted salmon between 2021 and 2022. One research study found of farmed Atlantic salmon are increasing, including in Scotland and Norway. While Salmon Scotland has about attacks from “urban-based activists”, they and Defra should heed economist in seeking maximum profits, not larger quantities, for Scottish producers. For modestly sized domestic producers, competing globally with a smaller amount of a higher-priced organic or other high-quality salmon genuinely associated with Scotland could be the answer. This might be more profitable than offering a larger quantity of potentially risk-laden – and therefore lower-priced – fish competing globally against a commoditised product. Salmon Scotland and Defra may want to reconsider and retract their 2024 amendment, including the rebranding, especially given the to the Scottish economy and UK exports. To remove this article -

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De'Vondre Campbell's mid-game quitting overshadowed the 49ers' offensive woesNew York Jets interim coach Jeff Ulbrich said Aaron Rodgers “absolutely” will remain the team's starting quarterback and start Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks. Rodgers, who turns 41 next Monday, has been hampered at times during the Jets' 3-8 start by various injuries to his left leg, including a sore knee, sprained ankle and balky hamstring. Ulbrich said Monday the quarterback came back from the team's bye-week break ready to go. “All I can say, and you'd have to ask Aaron if he's fully healthy, but he's better off today than he's been as of late,” Ulbrich said. "So he's definitely feeling healthier than he has probably for the past month. A healthy Aaron Rodgers is the Aaron Rodgers we all love. “So, I'm excited about what that looks like.” NFL Network reported on Sunday that Rodgers, who missed all but four snaps last season with a torn left Achilles tendon , has declined having medical scans on his injured leg so he can continue to play. “I have not been informed of that, either way,” Ulbrich said. Rodgers suffered what NFL Network reported was a “significant” hamstring injury against Denver in Week 4. He then sprained his left ankle against Minnesota in London a week later. The four-time MVP has not been able to consistently move around during games as he has in the past, when extending plays and making things happen on the run became such a big part of his game. Rodgers said leading into New York's 28-27 loss to Indianapolis last Sunday that it was the healthiest he felt in a while. But he struggled against the Colts, finishing 22 of 29 for 184 yards after a brutally slow start during which he went 9 of 13 for just 76 yards. The Athletic reported last week that owner Woody Johnson broached the idea during a meeting with the coaching staff of having the banged-up Rodgers sit after the Jets' loss to Denver in Week 4. With Rodgers' struggles and perhaps compromised health the past few games, a hot debate on social media and sports talk shows during the past week has been whether the quarterback should take a seat in favor of Tyrod Taylor. But when asked if there has been any talk of shutting down Rodgers, Ulbrich replied flatly: “There has not.” In a follow-up question, the interim coach was asked if Rodgers will, in fact, be the Jets' starting quarterback at home Sunday against the Seahawks. “Absolutely,” Ulbrich said. He added that he didn't feel the need to sit down with Rodgers and address all the reports and chatter outside the facility. “No, I feel like we are on the same page,” the coach said. Last week, Ulbrich said he and his staff would take “a deep dive” into what the team could do better after losing seven of its past eight and being on the verge of missing the postseason for the 14th consecutive year. Ulbrich opted not to make any changes to the coaching responsibilities of his staff and he will continue to run the defense as the coordinator. He also said there would not be any personnel changes coming out of the bye, barring injuries. “But definitely, we created a really clear vision of where we need to improve and found some things,” Ulbrich said. “Obviously, you find the things that you’re not doing well, you need to improve upon them, but then also found some some things that I think we can really build upon. So I was excited in both ways.” Johnson fired general manager Joe Douglas last Tuesday, six weeks after he also dismissed coach Robert Saleh. On Monday, the team announced it would be assisted by The 33rd Team , a football media, analytics and consulting group founded by former Jets GM Mike Tannenbaum, in its searches for a general manager and coach. Ulbrich insisted that isn't creating an awkward situation for him, in particular, as he and his staff focus on the present while the organization begins planning for the future. “In all honesty, it’s not at all,” Ulbrich said. “My singular focus is just finishing the season off the right way, playing a brand of football we’re all proud of, myself included. And that starts with Seattle.” Injuries LB C.J. Mosley said he's “progressing” in his return from a herniated disk in his neck, but is still uncertain about his availability for Sunday. Mosley said Monday was the first time he put on a helmet since the injury occurred during pregame warmups against New England on Oct. 27. ... Ulbrich said the team is still evaluating LT Tyron Smith, who missed the game against Indianapolis with a neck ailment. ___ AP NFL: https://apnews.com/hub/nfl Dennis Waszak Jr., The Associated Press

China has developed the world's first system to reach the deepest point in the ocean to lay cables needed for underwater exploration. Dalian Maritime University, Nantong Liwei Machinery Company and Jiangsu Hengtong Huahai Technology Company have developed a winch system able to lay cables in the deepest known place in the ocean, local outlet Guangming Daily reported. The deepest part of the sea is believed to be the Challenger Deep, a basin located at the southern end of the Mariana Trench in the western Pacific Ocean, which has a depth of 11,000 meters. The cable systems are used to carry various deep-sea equipment, such as detectors and remotely operated underwater vehicles, according to Kaida Electrical, meaning they are a fundamental piece of equipment in deep-sea research and exploration. Newsweek has contacted the Dalian Maritime University, Nantong Liwei Machinery Company and Jiangsu Hengtong Huahai Technology Company via email for comment. As scientific research delves even deeper into the ocean, the demand for winch systems to carry vessels further has been increasing. The system, the Haiwei GD11000, can deploy cables at 11,000 meters, according to the South Morning China Post , a significant increase from the previous record depth, which was held by the Italian company Prysmian. Prysmian had broken the record in the summer by laying a cable at a depth of 2,150 meters, according to a statement released on its website. The Haiwei GD11000 can also carry a weight of around 15 tons, according to China Daily . It can also reach speeds of around 120 meters per minute, according to Sputnik International. The system completed its first major test in October when it deployed a cable just over 11,000 meters deep in the South China Sea, Interesting Engineering reported. The winch system will reportedly be used to conduct regular deep-sea and polar survey operations, according to Guangming Daily . While the Haiwei GD11000 allows for more extensive research to be conducted in the deepest part of the ocean, exploration of the region actually began over 100 years ago. It was in March 1875 that the HMS Challenger , a survey ship that was part of the United Kingdom's Royal Navy, found the deepest point in the ocean, according to All That's Interesting. Challenger Deep is deeper than Mount Everest is tall, and there is no light. It is also cold, with temperatures just above freezing at 32 degrees Fahrenheit. The pressure is more than 1,000 times higher than the standard atmospheric pressure at sea level, according to All That's Interesting. However, despite the harsh conditions, scientists have found some life in the Challenger Deep, such as plankton, sea cucumbers and sea fleas, the outlet reported. Do you have a story Newsweek should be covering? Do you have any questions about this story? Contact LiveNews@newsweek.com .

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WASHINGTON -- The chair of the Democratic National Committee informed party leaders on Monday that the DNC will choose his successor in February, an election that will speak volumes about how the party wants to present itself during four more years of Donald Trump in the White House. Jaime Harrison, in a letter to members of the party’s powerful Rules & Bylaws Committee, outlined the process of how the party will elect its new chair. Harrison said in the letter that the committee will host four candidate forums — some in person and some virtually — in January, with the final election on Feb. 1 during the party’s winter meeting in National Harbor, Maryland. The race to become the next chair of the Democratic National Committee, while an insular party affair, will come days after Trump is inaugurated for a second term. Democrats' selection of a leader after Vice President Kamala Harris’ 2024 loss will be a key starting point as the party starts to move forward, including addressing any structural problems and determining how to oppose Trump. Members of the Rules & Bylaws Committee will meet on Dec. 12 to establish the rules for these elections, which beyond the chair position will include top party roles like vice chairs, treasurer, secretary and national finance chair. The committee will also use that meeting to decide the requirements for gaining access to the ballot for those top party roles. In 2021, candidates were required to submit a nominating statement that included signatures from 40 DNC members and that will likely be the same standard for the 2025 campaigns. “The DNC is committed to running a transparent, equitable, and impartial election for the next generation of leadership to guide the party forward,” Harrison said in a statement. “Electing the Chair and DNC officers is one of the most important responsibilities of the DNC Membership, and our staff will run an inclusive and transparent process that gives members the opportunity to get to know the candidates as they prepare to cast their votes.” Two Democrats have announced campaigns for chair: Ken Martin, chair of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party and a vice chair of the national party, and Martin O’Malley, the former Maryland governor and current commissioner of the Social Security Administration. Other top Democrats are either considering a run to succeed Harrison or are being pushed by party insiders, including former Texas Rep. Beto O’Rourke; Michael Blake, a former vice chair of the party; Ben Wikler, chair of the Democratic Party of Wisconsin; Rahm Emanuel, the U.S. ambassador to Japan and a former Chicago mayor; Sen. Mallory McMorrow, majority whip of the Michigan Senate, and Chuck Rocha, a longtime Democratic strategist. The next chair of the committee will be tasked with rebuilding a party demoralized by a second Trump victory. They will also oversee the party’s 2028 nominating process, a complex and contentious exercise that will make the chair central to the next presidential election. Harrison, of South Carolina, made clear in his letter to the rules committee that the four forums hosted by the party would be live streamed and the party would give grassroots Democrats across the country the ability to engage with the process through those events. He also said he intends to remain neutral during the chair election. ___ This story has been corrected to show that McMorrow is a senator, not a representative.Lahore: In a groundbreaking initiative by Chief Minister of Punjab, Maryam Nawaz Sharif, the Punjab Skills Development Fund (PSDF) has launched a new program, CM’s Skills Development Program for Transgenders to drive social change and inclusion. The primary focus of this program is to empower the transgender community through comprehensive skills development and income generation opportunities through the provision of toolkits and concessionary loans. Pakistan's transgender community is estimated to be over 4 million but remains marginalized. Across the country only 20,000 transgender individuals are registered, resulting in exclusion from formal education, skills training, and employment opportunities. In light of these challenges, CM Punjab is eager to empower the transgender community by providing access to formal education and training in market-relevant trades. The objective of this program is to skill 2,200 transgender individuals and provide them with on-the-job training resulting in meaningful employment opportunities over 2 years. This program aims to focus on skills training in market-relevant trades like performing arts, beauty services, domestic tailoring, culinary arts, and IT with an inclusive approach that incorporates Gurus and other transgender individuals as trainers. This ensures that the training is not only comprehensive but also culturally sensitive and empathetic, with dedicated classrooms thoughtfully designed to support the unique needs of the transgender community. In order to mobilize transgender individuals for the program, PSDF has entered a strategic partnership with Khawaja Sira Society. Mahnoor Chaudary, Director of Khawaja Sira Society, emphasized on what part they will play to make this collaboration fruitful saying, “We will identify and mobilize potential transgender trainees through community engagement and will facilitate the creation of CNICs, provide access to HIV testing, and conduct capacity-building sessions to raise awareness about the program’s outcomes. Additionally, we will ensure continuous collaboration with PSDF to track progress and ensure successful integration into the workforce”. Financial support is a key component of the program as trainees will have access to concessionary micro-finance and toolkits increasing the prospects of starting businesses or securing jobs. Additionally, the program will assist transgender individuals with registration and documentation with NADRA, enhancing their social and financial inclusion. The integration of both social and financial support ensures a more inclusive society where transgender individuals can contribute to and benefit from the economic mainstream. Ahmed Khan, CEO of PSDF, said: “We are thrilled to launch this program, which represents a significant step towards social inclusion and empowerment for Pakistan's transgender community. It will prove to be a significant step in achieving an equitable and inclusive society”.

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Santiago Suárez would be out of ‘Domingos de fiesta’ after accusation of sexual abuseDhahirah International Film Festival will take place from December 5 to 9 in the wilayat of Ibri, showcasing a diverse range of cinematic talent from Oman, the Gulf, and the wider Arab world. The Oman Film Society, in collaboration with the Dhahirah Governor’s Office, has organised the event to promote cinematic culture and highlight the artistic and historical heritage of the Dhahirah governorate. Mohammed bin Abdullah al Ajmi, Chairman of the Oman Film Society and the festival, emphasised the Society’s commitment to fostering Oman’s film industry through events held across the country. “This festival provides a platform to promote Oman’s cinematic presence internationally and discover emerging talents in filmmaking, including writing, directing, and acting,” Ajmi said. Ajmi highlighted Oman’s capacity to support filmmakers through its studios and facilities, which have been promoted under the society’s ‘Make Your Film in Oman’ initiative. This programme, which won the 2024 Youth Excellence Award, aims to attract filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world. Eng Jameel al Yaqoubi, Director of the festival, revealed that 658 films were submitted for consideration, with 40 films making the final selection. These include 16 Omani films, 21 international films, and three films in a special category focused on the Dhahirah governorate. Yaqoubi outlined the festival’s four main awards: Best International Documentary, Best Omani Documentary, Jury Award, and the Encouragement Award. The event will also feature a rich programme of screenings, workshops, and cultural activities. The opening ceremony will take place on December 5 at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Ibri. The following day, guests will tour Ibri market and key archaeological sites before an evening session featuring artist Jassim al Nabhan and film screenings. On December 7, the festival will honour the career of acclaimed Arab actress Hoda al Khatib alongside more screenings. The final day will include a youth cinema workshop for school students, a discussion session with directors, and the closing ceremony where the winning films will be announced. The Dhahirah International Film Festival is part of ongoing efforts to position Oman as a hub for regional and international cinema while celebrating its cultural and artistic heritage.NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Leading securities law firm Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP announces that it has filed a lawsuit against Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. ACHC and certain of the Company's senior executives. If you invested in Acadia Healthcare, you are encouraged to obtain additional information by visiting https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/acadia-healthcare-company-inc . Investors have until December 16, 2024 to ask the Court to be appointed to lead the case. The complaint asserts claims under Sections 10(b) and 20(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 on behalf of investors in Acadia Healthcare's securities. The case is pending in the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Tennessee and is captioned Dyar v. Acadia Healthcare Company, Inc. , No. 3:24-cv-01300. The lawsuit can be found here: https://www.bfalaw.com/siteFiles/Cases/Acadia_Dyar_Complaint.pdf What is the Lawsuit About? Acadia is one of the largest for-profit chains of psychiatric hospitals in the United States. The complaint alleges that during the relevant period, the Company misrepresented that its financial results were driven by insurance fraud and holding vulnerable people against their will in its facilities, including in cases where it was not medically necessary to do so. On September 1, 2024, the New York Times published an article titled "How a Leading Chain of Psychiatric Hospitals Traps Patients." The New York Times 's "investigation found that some of that success was built on a disturbing practice: Acadia has lured patients into its facilities and held them against their will, even when detaining them was not medically necessary." On this news, the price of Acadia stock fell $3.72 per share, or 4.5%, to close at $78.21 per share on September 3, 2024. On September 27, 2024, Acadia disclosed that it received a request for information from the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Southern District of New York, a grand jury subpoena from the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Missouri, and that it expects similar requests from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission related to the Company's patient admissions, as well as its length of stay and billing practices. This news caused a significant 16% decline in the price of Acadia stock, from $75.66 per share on September 26, 2024 to $63.28 per share on September 27, 2024. Then, on October 18, 2024, the New York Times published an article titled "Veterans Dept. Investigating Acadia Healthcare for Insurance Fraud," stating that the Veterans Affairs Department is investigating whether Acadia is defrauding government health insurance programs by holding patients longer than is medically necessary. The New York Times also stated that several former Acadia employees in Georgia and Missouri have also been interviewed by agents from the F.B.I. and the inspector general's office of the Health and Human Services Department. This news caused a significant 12% decline in the price of Acadia stock, from $59.32 per share on October 17, 2024 to $52.03 per share on October 18, 2024. Click here for more information: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/acadia-healthcare-company-inc . What Can You Do? If you invested in Acadia Healthcare you may have legal options and are encouraged to submit your information to the firm. All representation is on a contingency fee basis, there is no cost to you. Shareholders are not responsible for any court costs or expenses of litigation. The firm will seek court approval for any potential fees and expenses. Submit your information by visiting: https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/acadia-healthcare-company-inc Or contact: Ross Shikowitz ross@bfalaw.com 212-789-3619 Why Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP? Bleichmar Fonti & Auld LLP is a leading international law firm representing plaintiffs in securities class actions and shareholder litigation. It was named among the Top 5 plaintiff law firms by ISS SCAS in 2023 and its attorneys have been named Titans of the Plaintiffs' Bar by Law360 and SuperLawyers by Thompson Reuters. Among its recent notable successes, BFA recovered over $900 million in value from Tesla, Inc.'s Board of Directors (pending court approval), as well as $420 million from Teva Pharmaceutical Ind. Ltd. For more information about BFA and its attorneys, please visit https://www.bfalaw.com . https://www.bfalaw.com/cases-investigations/acadia-healthcare-company-inc Attorney advertising. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. © 2024 Benzinga.com. 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