Latin America

Protesters Claim Ecuadorian Shrimp Imports Threaten Mexican Shrimp Industry

Over 300,000 individuals engaged in the shrimp industry are feeling the pressure of continued shrimp imports into Mexico, particularly from Ecuador, affecting livelihoods and the future of...

Honduran Shrimp Exporters Turn Away from China

For Honduran shrimp producers and processing plants, China is not a viable option for export. Despite favorable tariff exemptions announced by Honduran authorities, including the Ministry of...

US DOC to Reduce Anti-Subsidy Tax on Ecuadorian Shrimp Imports

The US Department of Commerce (DOC) has taken steps to preliminarily reduce the anti-subsidy tax (CVD) concerning the importation of frozen warm water shrimp from Ecuador. This...

Shrimp Farm Closure Hits Honduran Economy Hard

More than 900 workers have been laid off following the closure of a shrimp farm in Choluteca, Honduras. This closure was prompted by a sharp decline in...

Soybean Producers Target Growth in Shrimp Industry

Indiana soybean producers in the United States are diving into new opportunities within the aquaculture industry, aiming to leverage investments in Central American shrimp and tilapia production. Investing...

Progress in Negotiations for Honduran Shrimp Access to Mexican Market

The Foreign Minister of Honduras, Eduardo Enrique Reina, recently announced significant progress in negotiations with Mexico aimed at resolving the issue of access for Honduran shrimp to...

Steady Shrimp Harvest in Uruguay’s Laguna de Castillos

In May, operations in Uruguay's Laguna de Castillos continue with the maintenance of shrimp traps, supporting approximately 400 jobs. The market price for shrimp remains stable at...

Honduran Shrimp Exporters Pivot Towards China as Taiwan Demand Wanes

Presidency Minister Rodolfo Pastor de María has disclosed that shrimp producers in Honduras are looking to establish trade relations with China to tap into new markets. This...

Insufficient Surveillance Worries Mazatlán Shrimpers

Jesús Omar Lizárraga Manjarrez, President of the Union of Shipowners of the Pacific Coast in Mazatlán, expressed concerns about inadequate surveillance measures to prevent shrimp looting on...

3rd Shrimp Farming Seminar Boosts Aquaculture in Brazil

The 3rd Shrimp Farming Seminar recently concluded in Arapiraca, Brazil, proving to be a pivotal event for local producers and advocates of aquaculture. The seminar provided a...

Honduras Seeks Legal Aid from Mexican Lawyers for Shrimp Import Dispute

Honduras has enlisted the support of a Mexican law firm to represent its interests in a pivotal hearing regarding the temporary suspension of shrimp imports from Central...

China-Ecuador FTA Implements Tariff Elimination for Shrimp Imports

The implementation of a bilateral Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between China and Ecuador is set to impact shrimp imports into China, effective May 1, 2024. Under this...

Mexican Fishing Industry Eyes Expansion into International Markets

The fishing industry along the Tamaulipas coast in Mexico, known for its bountiful harvests of shrimp, tilapia, red snapper, and oysters, is currently exporting only 30% of...

Shrimp Exports from Honduras to China Remain Nonexistent

The executive director of Honduras's National Shrimp Farming Association (Andah), Javier Amador, has expressed serious concerns over the state of the country's shrimp sector. Despite ongoing success...

Ecuadorian Shrimp Industry Sets Sights on European Markets at Seafood Expo Global

Ecuadorian shrimp producers are actively seeking to broaden their market reach by targeting European markets. With twenty-seven national companies participating in the Seafood Expo Global, the focus...

Ecuador and UAE Enter Talks for Trade Agreement, Shrimp Exports in Focus

Ecuador and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have commenced negotiations for a comprehensive trade agreement, aiming to strengthen bilateral economic relations. The joint declaration was signed during...

Shrimp Aquaculturists to Stage Demonstration in Mexico City

The Confederation of Aquaculture Organizations of the State of Sinaloa in Mexico has announced plans for a demonstration next Monday. The demonstration aims to address ongoing issues...

Panama’s Shrimp Gateway to Europe at Seafood Expo

Panama's seafood industry took center stage at the Seafood Expo Global fair in Barcelona this week. Hosted at the Gran Via venue of Fira de Barcelona, the...

Proposed Fishing Permit Reduction Raises Concerns in Chile’s Shrimp Industry

A proposed bill for a new General Law on Fisheries and Aquaculture, currently under debate in the Chamber of Deputies, has stirred significant concern among the shrimp...

Shrimp Non-Negotiable in Ecuador’s Trade Agreements

The recent diplomatic rift between Ecuador and Mexico has spilled over into the realm of commerce, raising questions about the fate of a potential Free Trade Agreement...

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