February 17, 2022 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture granted $1.9 million to the Virginia Marine Resources Commission to help seafood processors cover costs incurred to prevent exposure to COVID-19.
Processing facilities and owners of processing vessels can apply to the commission for funds.
“Our fisheries and aquaculture industries have endured intense economic hardships since the beginning of COVID-19,” said Rep. Elaine Luria, D-Virginia Beach, in announcing the grant.