US & Canada

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...

Researchers Unlock Health Potential of Shrimp By-Products

In a study published in Food Production, Processing and Nutrition, scientists from Memorial University of Newfoundland have unearthed antioxidative compounds in Northern shrimp (Pandalus borealis), revolutionizing the...

Premium Shrimp Sliders Wins SENA Award

In a celebration of innovation and culinary excellence, the 2024 Seafood Excellence Awards, hosted by Diversified Communications, took center stage at the Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing...

Ecuadorian Shrimp to Showcase at Expo Despite 6% Export Decline

Ecuadorian shrimp, despite facing a 6% drop in exports, is set to make a significant appearance at the Seafood Expo North America. Ecuador's Presence at Seafood Expo North...

FDA Reports Refusals of Shrimp Shipments Over Antibiotic Concerns

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently released comprehensive data shedding light on seafood entry line refusals for the month of February, with a notable focus...

Fort Myers Shrimp Festival Returns for 66th Year Amidst Hurricane Aftermath

The Fort Myers Beach Lions Club Shrimp Festival is back for its 66th year in the US, marking a significant milestone for the island community, especially in...

Finalists Revealed for 2024 Seafood Excellence Awards

The anticipation is building as the countdown begins for the announcement of the winners of the prestigious 2024 Seafood Excellence Awards. Scheduled for March 10, 2024, at...

Annual Shrimp Festival Raises USD 75,000 for Local Youth

The 5th Annual Shrimp & Grits Festival, held at Brotula’s Seafood House & Steamer, USA, has once again proven to be a monumental success, raising a staggering...

Canadian Shrimpers Sound Alarm Over Redfish Bycatch Surge

The Redfish Advisory Committee is set to convene from Monday, March 4, to Thursday, March 7, in Halifax, marking a crucial gathering for scientists, Fisheries and Oceans...

MPEDA Partners with NOAA to Promote Turtle-Friendly Fishing Practices in India

In a bid to safeguard sea turtle populations and support the sustainable harvesting of wild shrimp in India, the Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA), in collaboration...

Canadian Space Agency Announces Shrimp on the Menu for Lunar Mission

In a recent announcement by the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), it has been disclosed that shrimp will be among the food items accompanying astronauts on their journey...

Thai Union Braces for Disappointing Red Lobster Sale

After enduring significant financial setbacks in recent years, Red Lobster's anticipated sale has Thai Union Group, its owner, bracing for underwhelming results. Despite initial optimism about the...

Turning Shrimp Shells into Sustainable Luxury

The fashion industry has long grappled with the ethical and environmental implications of leather production, often tied to the meat industry and fraught with concerns of animal...

New Smartphone App Aids Research on Georgia Shrimp Black Gill Affliction

Scientists on the Georgia coast in the United States have been diligently studying an affliction in shrimp known as black gill as part of an ongoing research...

Mexican Shrimp Exports to US Plummet, Prompts Industry Response

In recent years, the Mexican shrimp industry has encountered significant setbacks in its exports to the United States. Not only has there been a substantial 45% reduction...

Shrimp Crisis Threatens Quebec’s Fishing Sector

The shrimp fishing industry in Quebec finds itself in dire straits as northern shrimp stocks plummet in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, posing a significant threat to...

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