US & Canada

Shrimp Fishing Challenges Intensify in Canada

In Canada, the shrimp fishing industry faces mounting challenges as reports suggest that this year's shrimp catch may be even more arduous than the previous season. Early...

US Releases Preliminary Findings on Vietnamese Shrimp Investigation

The United States Department of Commerce (DOC) recently announced a preliminary conclusion regarding the anti-subsidy investigation concerning frozen warm water shrimp originating in Vietnam. This development, disclosed...

Trader Joe’s Introduces Wild Raw Argentinian Red Shrimp

American retailer Trader Joe's, known for its diverse product range at affordable prices, has recently introduced Wild Raw Argentinian Red Shrimp, garnering attention from seafood enthusiasts. This...

Massive Fire at Shrimp Processing Plant in Quebec

In Canada, Quebec provincial authorities have assumed control of the investigation into the extensive fire that engulfed a shrimp processing plant in Matane, located on the Gaspé...

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...

North Carolina Considers Proposal for Shrimp Trawl Area Closures

In the United States, three advisory committees of the North Carolina Marine Fisheries Commission are set to convene in April to deliberate on a proposal aimed at...

U.S. Representatives Call for Halt on Indian Shrimp Imports

Louisiana U.S. Representative Garret Graves and Alaska U.S. Representative Mary Sattler Peltola have jointly urged for an immediate cessation of shrimp imports from India. Their call comes...

Louisiana Lawmakers Push Bills to Combat Dominance of Foreign Seafood

Louisiana, USA, faces a pressing challenge— the overwhelming presence of cheap foreign seafood in local markets. In response, state lawmakers are making strides with separate bills aimed...

Rising Temperatures Threaten Quebec Shrimp Industry

The Quebec shrimp industry in Canada, particularly centered around the famed "crevettes de Matane" from the Gulf of St. Lawrence, faces a dire future as rising temperatures...

Zaxby’s Introduces Southern Fried Shrimp to Its Menu

Zaxby’s, a quick-service restaurant chain in the United States, has unveiled a new addition to its menu. Renowned for its Chicken Fingerz, wings, and signature sauces, Zaxby’s...

Indigenous Community Chooses Conservation Over Profit in Shrimp Fishing

The Wolastoqiyik Wahsipekuk First Nation, located in Bas-Saint-Laurent, Canada, has announced that it will forego fishing its northern shrimp quota for the upcoming year. This decision comes...

U.S. Senator Urges USTR Action on Indian Shrimp Imports

Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana has urged the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to take action against what he claims are alarming practices surrounding shrimp imported from India....

Last Shrimp Processing Plant in New Brunswick Ceases Operations

In New Brunswick, Canada, the Coopérative des Pêcheurs de l'Île à Lamèque has made the difficult decision to cease operations at its shrimp processing factory. This decision...

Scientists Discover Antioxidative Marvels in Northern Shrimp

A study conducted by scientists from Memorial University of Newfoundland in Canada has unveiled potent antioxidative compounds residing within Northern shrimp (Pandalus borealis), revolutionizing our perception of...

US Shrimp Imports Witness Price Decrease After 6 Months of Growth

The latest data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has revealed a notable shift in the dynamics of the US shrimp market. After six consecutive...

Quebec Fishing Industry Association Protests Removal of Shrimp from Fourchette Bleue List

The Quebec Fishing Industry Association (AQIP) in Canada has voiced its strong opposition to the recent decision to remove northern shrimp and Greenland halibut from the Fourchette...

Thai Union Group Spearheads Shrimp Decarbonization Initiative

Thai Union Group has introduced a program aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions within the shrimp supply chain. Developed in collaboration with global environmental organization The Nature...

Texas Shrimpers Sound Alarm Over Industry Collapse

Southeast Texas shrimpers are sounding the alarm, fearing the collapse of the local shrimping industry. The Port Arthur Area Shrimpers Association, representing shrimpers in the region, has...

Rising Consumption Demand Boosts US Seafood Market

The latest data from the US Department of Agriculture paints a dynamic picture of the seafood trade landscape. Despite a noticeable decrease in both imports and exports...

Gulf of St. Lawrence Shrimp Facing Critical Threats

Northern shrimp populations in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, Canada, are facing alarming threats, warn scientists. The delicate crustaceans are struggling to adapt to warming waters and...

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