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US Approves Thai Shrimp for Federal Trade

The United States government has officially removed Thai shrimp from its lists of products suspected of being produced through forced or child labor, according to Labour Minister...

Alabama Takes Steps to Ensure Safety of Imported Shrimp

To reassure consumers about the safety and origin of seafood, a Mobile County lawmaker in Alabama, USA, has pre-filed a bill that would provide funding for inspecting...

Thai Union Claims Red Lobster Owes Millions for Shrimp Supply

As Red Lobster's new owners prepare to take the reins, the embattled seafood chain has revealed that it may owe its parent company, Thai Union Group, USD...

Kaua’i Shrimp Joins Aloun Farms Family

Kaua'i Shrimp in Hawaii, USA, has been acquired by Oahu-based Aloun Farms. The acquisition will bring the state's largest aquaculture farm under local ownership, preserving the 31...

Gulf of Mexico Shrimp Fishery Earns First RFM Certification

The U.S. Gulf of Mexico shrimp fishery, encompassing all five Gulf states and federal waters, has become the first shrimp fishery to earn Responsible Fisheries Management (RFM)...

Foreign Imports Devastate Alabama Shrimp Industry

The Alabama shrimp industry is facing a crisis, with 85% of shrimp consumed in the United States being imported from other countries. To raise awareness of this...

Coconut-Based Prebiotic Boosts Shrimp Production and Profitability

GreenSage Prebiotics in Canada has successfully demonstrated the effectiveness of their prebiotic solution, Pretego, in improving feed conversion ratio (FCR) and survival rates in farmed shrimp. A Game-Changer...

US Shrimp Imports See Slight Increase in May, But Prices Take a Hit

According to the latest data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), the US imported 63,973 metric tons of shrimp in May 2024, worth USD 486...

Indonesia-US Agreement Boosts Shrimp Market Access

A new regulatory framework agreement has been forged between Indonesia and the United States. This agreement, facilitated by the Marine Affairs and Fishery Ministry, aims to enhance...

Imported Shrimp Threatens Survival of Local Georgia Shrimpers

The shrimp industry in Georgia, United States, has found itself at a pivotal crossroads, with a new federal investigation casting a long shadow over its future. WTOC...

Quebec Government Allocates $6.7 Million to Revitalize Shrimp Fisheries

André Lamontagne, the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, unveiled a substantial CAD 6.7 million (USD 4.9 million) investment plan during his recent visit to Gaspé. The...

Shrimpers Struggle to Protect Livelihoods Amidst Shrimp Dumping in Southeast Texas

The United States International Trade Commission has launched a shrimp dumping investigation and is seeking input from shrimpers through a questionnaire in Southeast Texas. A Fight for Survival At...

Louisiana Lawmakers Crack Down on Imported Seafood

The Gulf Coast is known for its rich seafood heritage, and Louisiana, USA, is no exception. With an economic impact of nearly USD 2.5 billion annually, the...

How Bitcoin Mining Can Power Shrimp Farms

The intersection of technology and traditional industries has led to innovative solutions that were once thought improbable. One such innovation involves the collaboration between bitcoin mining and...

Innu Nation Secures Major Fishery Deal in Canada

The Innu Nation in Canada has increased its presence in the fishery industry in Newfoundland and Labrador with the acquisition of the Harbour Grace Shrimp Company. The...

Ecuadorian Shrimp Exports to the US Plummet in April 2024

Ecuadorian exports of frozen warm-water shrimp to the United States witnessed a sharp decline in April 2024. According to recent data released by the US National Oceanic...

US Court Overturns USD 10 Million Verdict in Shrimp Breeding Case

The US Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit has overturned a USD 10 million jury verdict involving a pioneering shrimp breeding technique. This decision pertains to...

North Carolina Faces Controversy Over Inshore Shrimp Trawling Ban

In North Carolina, United States, the practice of inshore shrimp trawling has sparked a heated debate, pitting environmental conservation against the livelihoods of commercial fishermen. At the...

Indonesian Shrimp Industry Diversifies Markets Amid US Anti-Dumping Measures

The Indonesian shrimp industry faces a pivotal moment as it navigates through challenges posed by anti-dumping measures in the United States. With the Marine Affairs and Fisheries...

Nigeria Boosts Shrimp Industry with Refurbished U.S. Boats

Under the leadership of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Nigeria has embarked on an initiative to bolster its marine sector with a dedicated ministerial portfolio, Marine and Blue...

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