In the northern province of Sonora, Mexico, the aquaculture sector has faced challenges due to the devaluation of the dollar. This economic shift has forced producers to make tough decisions, including reducing their workforce.

Workforce Reductions Amid Economic Strain

Aquaculture producers in Sonora, who once provided 26,000 direct jobs, have had to cut back their staff to 22,000, due the impact of economic fluctuations on the labor market within the shrimp farming industry.

Despite the reduction in staff, Sonora’s aquaculture producers have managed to turn this challenge into an opportunity to boost productivity. The current progress in the planting of farmed shrimp stands at 85%—a positive indicator for the industry.

Optimistic Projections for Shrimp Harvest

Producers in Sonora plan to complete the planting of farmed shrimp by the end of this month. With this timeline, they are optimistic about surpassing last year’s production figures, which exceeded 78,000 tons.