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In Mazatlán, Mexico, the majority of shrimp vessels are moored, disrupting the supply chain and causing a domino effect that is impacting the livelihoods of many. The repercussions are already evident in the struggling shrimp processing plants, with some forced to shutter their operations due to the scarcity of the key ingredient.
Out of the nine freezers scattered across Mazatlán, three have already succumbed to the harsh economic climate. Consequently, only 40 percent of the 303 women employed in the industry are able to continue their work.
The struggles faced by the shrimp industry in Mazatlán are not new, as the shrimp catch has experienced setbacks over the past few years. While the current season witnessed a promising volume, the abrupt halting of operations in most shrimp vessels has disrupted the positive trend.
Compounding the issue is the economic pressure on assembly workers who find themselves at the forefront of this crisis. Earning an average of five pesos per tray, the workers are compelled to produce at least 200 trays a day to maintain profitability.