Middle East

Egypt’s Frozen Shrimp Imports Drop by 34.6% in 2023

Egypt has witnessed a significant decline in its imports over the period between January and October 2023. The total imports from countries worldwide amounted to USD 68.3...

The Emergence of 3D Printed Shrimp Technology

Steakholder Foods, an Israeli cleantech company, is venturing into uncharted waters with the introduction of 3D printed shrimp to its product range. The company, known for its...

Shrimp Farming Takes Center Stage at Saudi’s International Marine Expo

Saudi Arabia is gearing up to host its most extensive sustainable seafood production exhibition to date from February 4 to 6. The third edition of the Saudi...

Oman’s Surprising Venture: Shrimp Farming in the Desert

Oman, traditionally recognized for its dominance in the oil and gas industry, is making a surprising foray into the realm of shrimp farming within its arid desert...

Saudi Arabia’s Marine Fisheries Sector Records 1.4% Growth in 2022

The General Authority for Statistics in Saudi Arabia has released data showcasing the performance of the Kingdom's marine fisheries sector in 2022. The total catch from marine...

Saudi Arabia and China Propel Aquaculture Sector Investments

Saudi Arabia and China are set to witness an increase in investments in the aquaculture sector following discussions at the Global Investment Promotion Conference in Shenzhen, China. Representatives...

Vietnam Sets Sights on Middle East Expansion

Vietnam's shrimp industry is actively exploring the potential of the Middle East market for growth, with the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP) emphasizing opportunities...

Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province Reflects on Successful 2022 Season

Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province welcomed the arrival of the first catch of shrimps on Tuesday, signaling the commencement of the annual shrimp-hunting season. This eagerly anticipated season,...

Indian Shrimp Imports Halted in Saudi Arabia

White Spot Syndrome Virus (WSSV) has been identified in Indian-imported shrimp destined for Saudi Arabia. Consequently, a temporary freeze has been imposed on the import of frozen...

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In the Mekong Delta province of Dong Thap, two companies have emerged as formidable...

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In the opening months of 2025, the global shrimp industry finds itself navigating choppy...

Madagascar’s Aquatic Allure for Moroccan Investors

As diplomatic ties between Morocco and Madagascar tighten, the island nation’s shrimp industry emerges...

The Premium Price of Purity in Swiss Shrimp

In the landlocked expanse of Switzerland, the notion of fresh, locally farmed prawns might...