Latin America

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...

Ecuadorian Shrimp Imports Threaten Mexican Producers

Concerns have been raised regarding Ecuadorian shrimp imports into Mexico by Raúl Leyva Retes, the vice president of the Confederation of Aquaculture Organizations of the State of...

Brazilian Shrimp Industry Eyes European Market Recovery

Grupo Samaria, a key player in Brazil's shrimp farming sector, has set its sights on revitalizing exports to the European market, according to statements from businessman Cristiano...

Honduran Shrimp Industry Seeks Breakthrough in Chinese Market

In an effort to explore new avenues for growth, six prominent shrimp companies from Honduras along with a marketing firm are gearing up to participate in the...

Legislative Support Bolsters Honduran Shrimp Market

Efforts to bolster the shrimp industry in Honduras are gaining traction following Mexico's decision to reopen its markets to Honduran crustaceans. The Special Legislative Commission for Shrimp...

Honduran Shrimp Industry Hit Hard by 59.52% Drop in Taiwan Exports

Shrimp exports from Honduras to Taiwan are experiencing a significant decline. According to recent data from the National Aquaculturists Association of Honduras (Andah), seafood exports to Taiwan...

Guatemala Resumes Shrimp Export to Mexico Following Court Order

The shrimp industry in Guatemala is set to rebound following a favorable ruling from the District Court of Sinaloa, Mexico, allowing the resumption of shrimp exports from...

Mexico Reopens Market for Honduran Shrimp

Mexico has once again opened its doors to Honduran shrimp, ending a year-long closure of the market. This development was confirmed by Arnaldo Castillo, head of Honduras'...

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