We all know that Maine lobster is the best in the world but Sweden wants to ban imports of Maine lobster.

The Swedish Environment Ministry found more than 30 American lobsters (also known as Maine lobster) along their coast and they are worried they may carry diseases and parasites and could spread to European lobster.

Sweden is also worried the Maine and European lobster will cross breed. Maine congresswoman Chellie Pingrie says Swedish officials are overreacting.

Obviously The Maine Lobster Dealers Association wants to keep the trade going. The U.S. ships more than $140 million worth of lobster to Europe and a ban could have a big impact of the industry.

 

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