Latin America

Shrimp Smuggling Scheme Ends in Cocaine Bust

Federal prosecutors arrested a 22-year-old man from Guyana for allegedly attempting to smuggle cocaine into the United States at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Friday. The...

28% Surge in Venezuelan Shrimp Exports Sparks Optimism for 2024

Fernando Villamizar, President of the Western Shrimp Producers Association in Venezuela, is optimistic about the growth of shrimp exports, projecting a significant increase to 100 thousand tons...

Shrimp Shell Nanoparticles Revolutionize Burn Care

A team of researchers at Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico have unveiled a novel method for creating nanoparticles that could revolutionize burn treatment. This innovative approach combines...

US Market Squeeze Hits Mexican Shrimp Exports

In recent times, the global market for blue shrimp has witnessed a notable 40% recovery in volumes, bringing a glimmer of optimism to Mexican producers. However, the...

Ecuador’s Imports and Exports Dip in 2023

Ecuador finds itself grappling with a decline in both exports and imports in 2023. The Ecuadorian Federation of Exporters (Fedexpor) sheds light on the factors contributing to...

Taiwan Remains Top Destination for Honduran Shrimp

Honduran exporters of farmed shrimp continued to prioritize the Taiwanese market in 2023, despite the diplomatic rupture declared by the Honduran government. According to a report from...

Brazilian Authorities Bust Shrimp Smuggling Operation

The Brazilian Military Brigade seized over BRL 2 million (USD 406,000) worth of shrimp without provenance in the southern region of the country. The operation unfolded following...

FDA Reports 59 Shrimp Refusals in 2023

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently disclosed detailed data on seafood entry line refusals, highlighting a significant focus on shrimp shipments. In December, the...

Rabobank’s Global Aquaculture Update: Salmon Prospers, Shrimp Struggles

Salmon is poised to maintain its status as the most lucrative sector in aquaculture throughout the first half of 2024, according to the latest Global Aquaculture Update...

Japanese Government Eyes Major Investment in Honduras Port

The Japanese Government is actively considering investment opportunities in the port of Henecán, located in the southern region of Honduras. The National Port Company (ENP) recently revealed...

Finance Minister Unveils USD 466 Million Plan to Transform Guyana’s Agriculture Landscape

The Government of Guyana has announced its plans to infuse a substantial sum of 97.6 billion GYD (466 million USD) into the agriculture sector. Finance Minister, Dr....

A Decade of Challenges in Mazatlán’s Fishing Sector

In the coastal city of Mazatlán, Mexico, the fishing sector has faced a significant decline over the past decade, reaching a critical point of vulnerability. The absence...

Shrimp Crisis Hits Tonalá as Fishermen Report Zero Production

The shrimp fishery in Tonalá, Mexico, is currently experiencing an unprecedented challenge, with fishermen reporting a significant decline in shrimp production. In recent days, not a single...

Aquaculturists Demand Action on Shrimp Imports

Fishermen and aquaculturists have come together in a wave of mobilization, uniting in solidarity for the cause of supporting Mexican shrimp. The focal point of their demand...

Vietnam’s Tech-Driven Growth Amid Global Competition

Vietnam is actively embracing technological advancements and strategic planning to navigate the challenges and establish a unique trajectory for its future growth. Despite being available in over...

Million-Dollar Investment Spurs 60% Growth in Aquaculture Center

Honduras reported a shrimp production of 131 million pounds in 2023, as revealed by data from the National Association of Aquaculturists of Honduras (Andah). 61% of this...

Shrimp Stocks Surge in India as Ecuador Battles Narco Gang Terror

Ecuador's President, Daniel Noboa Azin, has declared a state of emergency in response to the nation grappling with an unprecedented level of gang-related violence, prompting urgent measures...

Angostura’s Blue Shrimp Production Plummets by 80%

Fishermen in Angostura, Mexico, particularly those operating in Santa María Bay, are facing a challenging situation as the production of blue shrimp has seen a significant decline....

US Shrimp Imports Soar to Record Levels

In November 2023, the United States experienced a surge in shrimp imports, with data from the US National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) revealing a notable 11%...

Trinidad and Tobago Ministry Launches Four-Day Aquaculture Program for Public Education

The Ministry of Agriculture, Land, and Fisheries in Trinidad and Tobago is set to launch a four-day program offering free courses in aquaculture, beginning on January 26,...

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The Struggle to Save Texas Shrimp

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Honduras’ Shrimp Diplomacy: A New Era of Cooperation with China

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From Rice Fields to Global Markets: Ca Mau Embraces Sustainability

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