Africa

Seychelles’ IDC Plans Black Tiger Prawn Production by Late 2024

Seychelles-based company, Island Development Company (IDC), owned by the Seychelles State, is gearing up for the production of black tiger prawns, with expectations of making the first...

Soaring Feed Costs Threaten Ghana’s Aquaculture Industry

Chairman of the Fisheries Commission Board, Professor Francis Nunoo, has raised concerns about the challenges facing the domestic aquaculture industry in Ghana. Speaking at the 2023 Aquaculture...

Ghana’s Fisheries Sector Woos Moroccan Investors for Lucrative Opportunities

The Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development of Ghana, Mrs Mavis Hawa Koomson, has actively sought investment from Moroccan entrepreneurs, urging them to explore the myriad opportunities...

Berbice Shrimp Production Skyrockets

Brackish water shrimp production is experiencing significant growth along the Corentyne Coast, Guyana, thanks to the People’s Progressive Party/Civic (PPP/C) government's substantial investment. The goal is to...

First ASC Certification for African Shrimp Farm

Unima, a prominent player in Madagascar's shrimp production sector, has recently been awarded the Aquaculture Stewardship Certification (ASC) for its aquaculture farm, Aqualma. Located on the northwest...

Ghana’s Thriving Aquaculture Industry Explores Shrimp Farming Potential

Fish plays a crucial role in ensuring food security in Ghana, accounting for approximately 60% of animal protein intake with an estimated consumption of 26 kg per...

Shrimp Aquaculture Takes Root in Cameroon

Shrimp aquaculture in Africa is gaining momentum, with significant strides in Cameroon. While the continent's shrimp farming is still in its early stages, projects are emerging in...

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Venezuela’s Shrimp Sector Falters After Expropriation and Fire

A fire at a shrimp processing plant in Venezuela has cast a harsh light...

Georgia’s Shrimp Industry Struggles to Compete with Foreign Imports and Climate Change

Shrimp are a staple of Georgia's coastal cuisine, often celebrated in local festivals and...

Tariff Troubles: The Impact on India’s Shrimp Industry

India’s shrimp industry staged a comeback in 2024, with exports surging to their highest...