Latin America

Ecuadorian Shrimp Faces Potential Tariff Increase in the U.S.

Ecuadorian shrimp exporters may soon face higher tariffs when entering the United States if a preliminary ruling by the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) is ratified. The...

Brazilian Delegation Concludes Historic Visit to Guatemala to Learn about Shrimp Export Process

A delegation from the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Supply (MAPA) recently concluded its visit to Guatemala. The visit aimed to learn about the national controls...

Ecuador Defies Predictions: Shrimp Exports Increase in April 2024

Ecuador's shrimp production for April 2024 has defied earlier forecasts of a decline. Despite initial concerns over a potential decrease in output for the year, Ecuador has...

Shrimp Smuggling Concerns Resurface in Mexico

Amidst the political fervor surrounding the recent Mexican elections, the aquaculture sector in Sinaloa is gearing up to reignite its efforts to combat the illegal influx of...

Shrimp Ban Initiated in the Gulf of Mexico

The Ministry of Rural Development, Fisheries and Aquaculture announced the commencement of a shrimp ban in the Gulf of Mexico, effective from May 28. This measure aims...

Shrimp Industry Awaits Resolution as Mexico Prioritizes USMCA Review

Mexico's focus has shifted significantly towards the upcoming review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) scheduled for 2026. This pivot has relegated other potential trade agreements, such...

Brazilian University Develops Green Hydrogen Technology Using Shrimp Shells

The Fracture and Fatigue Mechanics Laboratory (LAMEFF) at the Federal University of Ceará (UFC) in Brazil has developed an environmentally sustainable technology for extracting green hydrogen. This...

Shrimp Industry Devastated by Oil Spills in Coro, Venezuela

Fishermen in the town of Río Seco, Coro, Venezuela, are grappling with a harsh new reality: oil spills have annihilated the shrimp population, which once served as...

Government Investment Propels Guyana’s Shrimp Sector

The shrimp industry in Guyana is on the brink of a transformation with the development of a project in Onverwagt, Region Five. Project Overview The project at Onverwagt has...

Economic Slowdown in China Dampens Ecuadorian Shrimp Exports

In 2024, the Ecuadorian shrimp industry finds itself in the midst of unprecedented challenges. Sanctions imposed by both China and the United States, coupled with plummeting international...

Honduras and China Strengthening Shrimp Trade Ties

Honduras and China are steadily advancing their Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, aiming to solidify a mutually beneficial relationship. Helui Castillo, the commercial policy manager of the...

Sheinbaum Proposes Science-Driven Innovation for Mexico’s Shrimp Industry

Claudia Sheinbaum, a Mexican politician and candidate for Morena, has articulated a vision for the country's economic future that emphasizes the integration of productive sectors, including the...

Peruvian Shrimp Ventures into Southeast Asia

Peruvian food shipments, particularly from the fishing and aquaculture sector, are making significant strides in Southeast Asian markets. According to the Exporters Association (Adex), exports to countries...

Mexican Shrimp Faces Environmental Threat in Cancun

The Chacmuchuch lagoon in Cancun, Mexico, is facing a significant environmental challenge due to an old, uncontrolled landfill that has been distilling chemicals into the water. This...

Venezuela Aims for Record Shrimp Production in 2024

Venezuela is on track to close 2024 with a shrimp production of 100,000 metric tons, positioning itself among the top ten shrimp exporters globally. Environmental Concerns Amidst Economic...

Shrimp Exports from Ecuador Decline as Chinese Demand Falls

Despite efforts to diversify its markets towards Europe and the United States, the Ecuadorian shrimp sector has been significantly impacted by reduced consumption in China and other...

Shrimp Dominates Venezuelan Seafood Exports to 24 Countries

Venezuela's marine export industry is thriving, with 31 marine species, including shrimp, reaching markets in 24 countries around the world. President Nicolás Maduro recently highlighted the nation's...

Shrimp Farms in Venezuela Thrive Against Economic Adversity

In a nation dominated by the oil industry, Venezuela's aquaculture sector has quietly gained momentum, particularly since 2019. Despite economic hardship and environmental challenges stemming from oil...

Ecuador’s Trade Surge with Europe Fueled by Shrimp

According to statistics from the Ecuadorian Federation of Exporters (Fedexpor), Ecuador's trade with Europe has seen significant growth across various sectors. Key Export Products The top five products exported...

Ecuadorian Shrimp Dominance Alarms Vietnamese Producers

Vietnamese shrimp has been encountering formidable competition from Ecuadorian shrimp in recent years. This shift in market dynamics prompts an examination by Vietnamese producers of the factors...

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