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Fresh Prawn Sales Rise Sharply in Norway

Last week, 32 tonnes of fresh prawns, valued at NOK 2.7 million (USD 252,800), were traded in Norway, according to Norway’s Raw Fish Association. This represents a...

Parasite Found in Moroccan Seafood Sparks Food Safety Alert

Morocco’s seafood exports have landed in troubled waters, with recent revelations from the European Food Safety System (RASFF) raising concerns over contamination. Central to this issue are...

France Recalls Shrimp and Prawns Over Bacterial Contamination

The French government has issued a nationwide recall of raw shrimp and prawns due to contamination by Vibrio vulnificus, commonly known as the "flesh-eating bacteria." The recall,...

Shrimp Industry Embraces Innovation to Reduce Environmental Impact

As the Global Shrimp Forum 2024 in Ecuador came to a close, a gathering of BioMar’s top executives offered fresh insights on the future of shrimp aquaculture....

Study Found One-Third of Shrimp Products to Be Mislabeled

A recent study by the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM) has found that one in three food products labeled as prawns, shrimps, or crayfish contains a different...

MSC Nominates Dutch Shrimp Fishery for Award

The Dutch shrimp fishery has received a prestigious nod from the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) Belgium, being shortlisted for the ‘Best MSC-Certified Fishery’ award. This accolade is...

Norway’s Shrimp Harvest Hits 190 Tonnes in July

As of July 21, Norway's shrimp fishery has reported a harvest of 190 tonnes of prawns, including 120 tonnes of cooked prawns. The shrimp fleet has predominantly...

Exploring Nature-Based Solutions in Shrimp for Skin and Bone Repair

Researchers are investigating innovative nature-based solutions to enhance skin and bone repair, focusing on shrimp shells alongside other marine organisms. This shift in medical science aims to...

Norway Sees Rise in Shrimp Trade and Value

The Norwegian shrimp industry has experienced remarkable growth in 2024. So far this year, 687 tonnes of fresh prawns have been sold, generating a substantial revenue of...

Fisherman Fined EUR 30,000 for Exceeding Prawn Quotas in Ireland

Gerald Sharkey from Clogherhead, Ireland, has been fined EUR 30,000 (USD 32.46 thousand) after admitting to fishing 200 percent more high-value prawns than his quota allowed and...

Shrimp Supply Chain Vulnerable to Food Fraud, Study Finds

A recent study has highlighted the vulnerability of the UK post-harvest seafood supply chain to food fraud, with shrimp being identified as a particularly high-risk product. The...

Grupo Almar Partners with DSM-Firmenich to Implement New Shrimp Sustainability Module

DSM-Firmenich has launched a shrimp module for Sustell, a platform aimed at helping shrimp farmers map and reduce the environmental footprint of their operations to meet sustainability...

Aldi Recalls Frozen Shrimp Due to “Flesh-Eating” Bacteria

Aldi, the popular supermarket chain, has initiated a recall of a specific batch of frozen tropical shrimp in France. The recall comes after concerns of contamination with...

Affordability Influences 71% of French Seafood Choices

In a recent study conducted by Ifop for Ouest France, it has been revealed that while seafood remains a cherished part of French cuisine, affordability continues to...

Shrimp Quota in North Sea and Skagerrak Reduced for Next Year

In a recent agreement between Norway and the European Union, the annual quota for shrimp in the North Sea and Skagerrak has been fixed at 4,557 metric...

Vietnamese Shrimp Exports to EU Reach USD 134 Million, Up 1.2%

As of May 15, 2024, Vietnamese shrimp exports to the EU have reached USD 134 million, marking a modest increase of 1.2% compared to the same period...

French Fish Farmers Gain Approval for Giant Shrimp

Three fish farmers in Dombes, France, have secured an authorization from the Ain prefecture for 2024. This decision grants them permission to introduce Macrobrachium rosenbergii, a coveted...

Norwegian Shrimp Quotas Reduced Amid Concerns Over Stock Sustainability

The International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) has recommended that the shrimp fishery in the Skagerrak, Kattegat, and northern North Sea, including the Norwegian...

New Initiative Aims to Revolutionize Shrimp Welfare Worldwide

Ace Aquatec, a leader in aquaculture technology in the UK, has partnered with the Shrimp Welfare Project to promote humane stunning solutions for shrimp producers worldwide. This...

Shrimp Catch Plummets in the Netherlands

The Dutch sea fishing industry has had a dismal year, with shrimp fishing firms being particularly hard hit. According to Wageningen University & Research (WUR), the fleet...

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