Latin America

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,...

Moored Vessels Trigger Plant Closures in Mazatlán

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...

Honduras Anticipates Economic Growth with Tariff-Free Shrimp Exports

The Secretary of Economic Development of Honduras, Fredis Cerrato, recently addressed the challenges faced by shrimp producers in the southern region of the country. In his statement,...

Chubut Province Red Shrimp Harvest Surges to 30,300 Tons in December

The red shrimp harvest in Chubut province, Argentina, has kicked off with a promising start, as reported by the Argentine National Ministry of Fisheries. In December 2023,...

Black Tiger Prawns Threaten Native Shrimp in Texas Waters

The Gulf of Mexico is facing a formidable challenge as black tiger prawns invade its waters. The native species, including brown, white, and pink shrimp, now find...

Mexico’s Shrimp Farms Aim for Larger Crustaceans to Meet Demand

In Mexico, the shrimp production industry is undergoing a strategic shift towards aquaculture feed to enhance the size and genetic qualities of crustaceans. Javier Fonseca, the Director...

Venezuelan Shrimp Industry Aims for Global Competitiveness

In a recent development within the shrimp industry, Fernando Villamizar Esparza, the president of the Association of Shrimp Producers of Western Venezuela, has expressed his aspirations for...

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