Food production

Albion-based Freedom's Edge Cider has merged with Dasch Seltzer, uniting two craft beverage companies. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

The Maine companies were honored across four categories: beer, chocolate, coffee and condiments. 

Briana Warner has been named president of the Newcastle-based brewer.

An Aroostook County couple that's been processing for hunters and cattle raisers is now looking to get USDA approval to expand.

The Maine Diner and adjacent gift shop have been listed for $3.3 million by Portland-based Daigle Commercial Group.

Amber Lambke, co-founder and CEO of Maine Grains, says the company is purchasing a state-of-the-art extrusion line from Germany, capable of producing grain-based cereals, bars, snacks and specialty ingredients.

From bittersweet closings to delicious debuts and a dash of Philly "wooder ice," this was a year of change for Maine's dining scene.

The convenience store offers a variety of items, including salads, sandwiches, snacks, wellness products, wine, beer and non-alcoholic beverages.

The South Portland-based nonprofit food-business incubator and shared commercial kitchen said it is taking steps to put a financial plan in place to keep services going.

A pause on shrimp fishing that’s been in place for more than a decade has now been extended another three years. Despite the lack of fishing over the past decade, low stock levels persist.