Latin America

Mysterious Mass Death of Shrimp Baffles Chilean Coast

The coast of Santiago, Chile, recently witnessed a perplexing phenomenon that has left both locals and marine experts scratching their heads. Millions of dead shrimp were found...

Mitsui & Co Invests USD 360 Million in Ecuadorian Shrimp Farming Company

Mitsui & Co has finalized a substantial investment worth USD 360 million in Industrial Pesquera Santa Priscila (IPSP), the world's largest shrimp farming company based in Ecuador....

El Salvador’s Rural Adelante Program Elevates Shrimp Production in Dry Corridor

In the Dry Corridor region of El Salvador, the Rural Adelante program, spearheaded by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, is yielding remarkable results. The Walbert Cooperative...

US DOC Imposes Anti-Subsidy Duties on Shrimp Exports from Vietnam, India, and Ecuador

The US Department of Commerce (DOC) has announced anti-subsidy duties on shrimp exports from Vietnam, India, and Ecuador. Preliminary Decision Raises Concerns The DOC's preliminary decision cites unfair advantages...

Venezuelan Agri-Food Research Harnesses Shrimp Waste for Fish Feed

Producers from Las Varillas delivered 12 kilos of shrimp heads to the Zuliano Institute of Technological Research Foundation (INZIT) in Venezuela. These shrimp heads are set to...

Sonora’s Aquaculture Industry Thrives with Focus on Health and Safety

In Mexico, the state of Sonora has emerged as a significant player in the aquaculture industry, particularly in the production of farmed shrimp, fish, and select mollusk...

Colombia Commits to Boosting Shrimp Sector Economy

An initiative aimed at revitalizing the shrimp sector in the Tumaco region, Colombia, sees significant progress as key stakeholders convene for a workshop. The Pacific Mission Project In a...

Brazil’s Import Restrictions Pose Challenges for Vietnamese Shrimp Market

Brazil's stringent regulations on seafood imports, particularly regarding whole frozen shrimp and pangasius, have created significant hurdles for Vietnamese exporters. Notably, Brazil's deviation from international standards set...

Federal Authorities Intensify Surveillance for Sustainable Shrimp Fishing in Mexico

In an effort to promote sustainable fishing practices and preserve shrimp populations, federal authorities in Mexico have implemented a closed period for all shrimp species in the...

Decline in Ecuadorian Shrimp Smuggling to Mexico

The representative of the Confederation of Aquaculture Organizations of the State of Sinaloa (CAODES), Julio Cabanillas Ramos, recently disclosed that smuggling of Ecuadorian shrimp to Mexico have...

Honduran Shrimp Claims Fourth Spot in Country’s Exports

Within the Honduran export landscape, shrimp has ascended to the top ranks, securing the fourth position in the last two years, according to the latest foreign trade...

Ministry of Agriculture Assures Shrimp Supply for Lent in Mexico

The Ministry of Agriculture in Mexico has announced its commitment to ensuring a steady supply of shrimp during the Lenten season. With a preliminary production reaching 243,400...

Vietnam Eyes Expansion Amid Ecuador’s Shrimp Export Woes

Ecuador is currently facing hurdles in its key export market, China. Despite being the top destination for Ecuadorian shrimp, China's stringent regulations and recent security issues within...

Mexico Raises Concerns Over Indian Shrimp Imports

In Mexico, the president of the Confederation of Aquaculture Associations of the State of Sinaloa (COADES) has voiced concerns over the importation of shrimp from India. This...

Mexico Continues to Keep Borders Closed to Honduran Shrimp

The president of the National Federation of Farmers and Ranchers of Honduras (FENAGH), Héctor Ferreira, has reiterated concerns over Mexico's ongoing closure of its borders to Honduran...

Mexico Concludes Evaluation of Honduran Shrimp Industry

The National Agri-Food Health, Safety and Quality Service (SENASICA) of Mexico is set to conclude its audit of the Honduran shrimp industry. This comprehensive evaluation encompassed laboratories,...

Shrimp Ban Commences in Mexican Pacific Waters

In a move aimed at ensuring the long-term viability of shrimp populations along the Mexican Pacific coast, the National Aquaculture and Fisheries Commission of Mexico has officially...

Mexican Aquaculture Organizations Strategize Against Shrimp Smuggling

The Confederation of Aquaculture Organizations of the State of Sinaloa (COADES) is gearing up to enforce protective measures granted by the seventh district court to curb the...

Sustainable Shrimp Partnership Marks Six Years of Progress

Six years ago, a group of forward-thinking shrimp producers in Ecuador came together to establish the Sustainable Shrimp Partnership (SSP), setting a new standard for the shrimp...

Scientists Warn of Shrimp Overconsumption Risks During Lent in Mexico

As Lent approaches, many Mexicans turn to seafood, including shrimp, as a dietary staple. However, recent warnings from scientists highlight potential dangers associated with excessive shrimp consumption...

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The Struggle to Save Texas Shrimp

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Honduras’ Shrimp Diplomacy: A New Era of Cooperation with China

The export of high-quality white shrimp from Honduras to China signals a pivotal moment...

Sonora Shrimpers in Dire Straits

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Whiteleg Shrimp Drives Vietnam’s $2.8 Billion Export Boom

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Shrimp Industry Gathers in Guayaquil for AQUAEXPO 2024

From October 21st to 24th, the Guayaquil Convention Center in Ecuador will become the...

From Rice Fields to Global Markets: Ca Mau Embraces Sustainability

The rice-shrimp cultivation area of Thoi Binh district in Vietnam’s Mekong Delta has achieved...