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US Legislation Introduced to Support Domestic Shrimping Industry

Congressmen Clay Higgins and Troy Nehls have introduced the Save Our Shrimpers Act of 2024. This proposed legislation aims to halt the flow of federal funds to...

FDA Reports Refusal of Shrimp Shipments for Banned Antibiotics

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released detailed data on seafood entry line refusals in March, revealing a concerning trend regarding shrimp imports. Among the...

US Antidumping Investigation Sparks Concern for Ecuadorian Shrimp Sector

The shrimp industry in Ecuador faces a significant challenge as the United States plans to impose tariffs on shrimp exporting companies as part of an antidumping investigation....

Canadian Fish Processing Company Fined for Environmental Violation

The Canadian federal government has taken action against a Newfoundland fish processing company for its failure to comply with regulations regarding the disposal of fish waste at...

US DOC Initiates Tariff Consideration on Ecuadorian Shrimp

The United States Department of Commerce has set a crucial deadline for August 5, 2024, to finalize its decision regarding the imposition of a tariff on Ecuadorian...

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...

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Punjab’s Shrimp Surge: Aquaculture’s New Frontier

Punjab, long celebrated as India’s breadbasket, is now carving a niche in aquaculture. The...

Shrimp Fishing Halted: Guatemala’s Move to Safeguard Marine Life

Guatemala has instituted a temporary ban on the fishing of coastal shrimp in the...

A Billion-Dollar Dilemma for American Shrimp

The United States has funneled over $1 billion into promoting shrimp farming abroad between...

Vietnam’s Shrimp Industry Eyes $4.3 Billion Export Goal

Vietnam's shrimp industry has emerged as a cornerstone of the nation's export economy, with...

Shrimp Wars Heat Up in America’s Gulf

Four months ago, Henry Barnes, mayor of Bayou La Batre, a beleaguered fishing village...

Honduran Shrimp Exports Plunge 67% After Taiwan Trade Deal Ends

Honduras is actively pursuing new export markets for its beleaguered whiteleg shrimp farming industry,...