CBS 13 • December 13, 2022
Lobstermen and women protested Whole Foods in Portland after the store decided to stop selling Maine lobster. “It’s unfair, it’s unjust and the collateral damage is when others follow the lead that is not found in science and is based on fear,” said Rep. Jim Thornesaid. Whole Foods’ decision was based on the lobster industry losing certification from the Marine Stewardship Council, the company said, and the industry being red listed by Seafood Watch in recent months. A group of Republican lawmakers unveiled legislation earlier this month to ban Whole Foods from participating in tax programs that benefit retail stores in Maine, as well as ban the state from contracting with Whole Foods. “Make no mistake, this is a war,” Rep. Billy Bob Faulkingham said.