Latin America

Mexican Shrimp Fishermen Threaten Self-Defense Against Theft

In Nayarit, Mexico, the shrimp production industry is facing a dire threat from rampant theft. Fishermen are sounding alarms over recurring losses that could destabilize their livelihoods. Escalating...

Nayarit Fishermen Anticipate 5,000 Tons of Shrimp This Season

Fishermen in Nayarit, Mexico, are looking forward to a promising shrimp harvest, expecting to collect approximately 5,000 tons of shrimp this season. This optimistic outlook hinges on...

Ecuador’s Shrimp Industry Boosts Non-Oil Export Revenue

According to the latest figures from the Ecuadorian Federation of Exporters (Fedexpor), from January to April this year, Ecuador's fishing sector exported products worth USD 2.871 billion....

Santa Priscila Sees Stable Revenue and Improved Gross Profit, Despite Net Profit Decline

In its 2023 financial results, Ecuadorian shrimp company Industrial Pesquera Santa Priscila has reported stable revenue and improved gross profit, despite a decline in net profit. The...

Rainy Season Boosts Shrimp Industry in Sinaloa, Mexico

The arrival of the rainy season in southern Sinaloa, Mexico, has brought new life to the shrimp industry, providing a welcome respite for local fishermen. The influx...

Honduras Loses USD 20 Million in Shrimp Exports Due to Market Closure

Honduras has suffered losses reaching around USD 20 million so far this year. The closure of the Taiwanese market has been the main contributor to this financial...

Mexican State Shrimp Harvest Aims for 5,000 Tons

The Mexican state of Nayarit is on track to meet its goal of harvesting around 5,000 tons of shrimp this season, according to Juan de Dios Fernández,...

Honduran Shrimp Industry Seeks USD 350 Million Boost to Stay Competitive

The Association of Small and Medium Aquaculture Farmers of the South (Apemasur) in Honduras is calling for an injection of USD 350 million to revitalize the country's...

Mexican Shrimp Producers Eye Japanese Market Opportunities

In Mexico, Baja California's marine species is driving demand from Japan, with the state government and local businesses capitalizing on this trend. Recently, the Secretary of Fisheries...

Mexico’s Shrimp Surveillance Program Yields Positive Results

The Mexican government's Inspection and Surveillance program aimed at curbing illegal shrimp fishing in the central zone of the country has been a resounding success. According to...

Ecuador Sees Boost from US and EU Shrimp Trade

The Ecuadorian shrimp industry is experiencing a resurgence, thanks to growing demand from the United States and the European Union. According to recent data, exports of Ecuadorian...

Guyana’s Shrimp Industry Set for Significant Savings by 2027

According to Guyana's President Irfaan Ali, the country is expected to save over USD 60 million annually by 2027 on the importation of three key commodities, including...

Honduras Shrimp Exports Decline Following Mexican Market Blockage

Honduras faces a significant drop in exports after the Mexican market was closed off. Reports from the Vice Chancellery of the Republic reveal a decline of at...

Clampdown on Illegal Shrimp Imports Boosts Mexico’s Market Confidence

In Mexico, efforts to curb illegal shrimp imports have shown promising results, particularly in stemming the influx of shrimp from Peru. Carlos Urías Espinoza, President of the...

Strict Enforcement of Shrimp and Shark Fishing Bans in Mexico

In the coastal town of Matamoros, Mexico, shrimp fishing plays a pivotal role in the local economy and culture. However, with great opportunity comes great responsibility, as...

Ecuadorian Shrimp Exports to the US Plummet in April 2024

Ecuadorian exports of frozen warm-water shrimp to the United States witnessed a sharp decline in April 2024. According to recent data released by the US National Oceanic...

Ecuadorian Shrimp Industry Set to Benefit from New Trade Agreement with Costa Rica

Costa Rica has officially ratified a bilateral trade agreement with Ecuador. This agreement, celebrated by Ecuadorian authorities, is expected to bolster investments and create thousands of new...

Honduras Shrimp Leaders Celebrate Trade Success in China

In Honruas, key figures from the National Congress and prominent business entities convened to bolster its shrimp and lobster sector. The discussions aimed at fortifying industry ties...

National CANIRAC Delegates Gather in Mexico to Celebrate Seafood

In Mexico, Campeche is set to host the inaugural national meeting of the National Chamber of the Restaurant and Seasoned Food Industry (CANIRAC). The event promises to...

Venezuelan Shrimp Exports Reach USD 190 Million Mark

Venezuela's shrimp export industry has amassed USD 190 million in sales last year, according to Eduardo Castillo, president of the Venezuelan Aquaculture Society (SVA). Despite facing competitive...

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