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Mexico’s Aquaculture Sector Pushes for Action Against Shrimp Smuggling

Julio Alberto Cabanillas Ramos, the manager of the Aquaculture Confederations of the State of Sinaloa, Mexico, announced that crucial commitments have been secured from the National Customs...

Mount Pleasant Shrimp Dock and Processing Facility Undergoes Major Renovation

A refurbishment of Mount Pleasant’s shrimp dock and processing facility in South Carolina, United States, is set to strengthen the local shrimping community, ensuring the continuation of...

Shrimp Industry in Sonora Thrives Despite Workforce Reductions

In the northern province of Sonora, Mexico, the aquaculture sector has faced challenges due to the devaluation of the dollar. This economic shift has forced producers to...

Mexico Re-Certified for Shrimp Exports to the United States

Mexico has successfully obtained certification from the United States, allowing the export of shrimp to the country. This certification is issued annually by the US Department of...

U.S. Bans Chinese Shrimp Producer Over Alleged Use of Uyghur Forced Labor

Three more Chinese companies, including shrimp producer Shandong Meijia Group, have been banned from exporting their products to the United States. This decision, driven by allegations of...

Cyclone Remal Devastates Shrimp Farming in Bangladesh

Cyclone Remal has wreaked havoc on the shrimp farming industry in Bagerhat, Bangladesh, causing extensive damage and financial losses. According to the Department of Fisheries, the cyclone,...

U.S. Fishing Industry’s Death Rate 40 Times Higher Than Average

Shrimping in the Gulf of Mexico, United States, is a demanding and hazardous occupation. Texas shrimpers endure grueling month-long boat stints, battling not only the strenuous labor...

North Carolina Wildlife Federation CEO Calls for Ban on Inshore Shrimp Trawling

In the United States, the CEO of the North Carolina Wildlife Federation, Tim Gestwicki, has called on state legislators to “put a stop to inshore shrimp trawling...

Bangladesh Shrimp Industry Seeks Revival Amid Unstable Exports

The Bangladesh shrimp industry has been grappling with difficulties in recent years, including the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a decline in exports, some localities are...

Vietnam’s Shrimp Exports Lead Aquaculture Industry

Vietnamese shrimp exports have surged in the first five months of 2024, reaching an estimated USD 1.3 billion, a 7% increase from the same period last year,...

Norwegian Shrimp Quotas Reduced Amid Concerns Over Stock Sustainability

The International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) has recommended that the shrimp fishery in the Skagerrak, Kattegat, and northern North Sea, including the Norwegian...

Shrimp Poaching Detected in Mexico Despite Surveillance Efforts

Despite ongoing inspection and surveillance efforts in Santa María Bay, Mexico, illegal fishing activities, including the poaching of shrimp and crab, have been detected. These incidents were...

Rebound Summer for Shrimp Sales: An Opportunity for Retailers

After a challenging start to the year for fresh seafood sales in the United States, retailers are eyeing a potential comeback this summer. With a focus on...

Shrimp Exports Dip Amid Honduras-Taiwan Relations

The recent diplomatic tension between Honduras and Taiwan has had notable effects on the national shrimp farming sector, influencing exports and revenue. Export Volume Plummet According to the latest...

Shrimp Farming Expansion to Boost Pakistan’s Economy

Pakistan is harnessing its natural resources to delve deeper into aquaculture, with a particular focus on shrimp farming. Under the umbrella of the Special Investment Facilitation Council's...

Oman’s Shrimp Industry Set for USD 1.6 Billion Global Partnership

Oman's shrimp industry is set for expansion with a forthcoming $1.6 billion partnership between a key state-backed player and an international company. Fisheries Development Oman at the Helm Fisheries...

Global Aquaculture Outpaces Wild Fisheries for the First Time

The total global volume of shrimp, farmed fish, clams, and other aquatic animals has surpassed the amount harvested from wild fisheries, according to a report released by...

Shrimp and Lobster Contain High Levels of ‘Forever’ Chemicals

A new study from researchers at the University of Dartmouth in the United States warns seafood enthusiasts of the potential health risks associated with consuming high levels...

Ecuadorian Shrimp Exports to China Resume After Suspension Lifted

Chinese customs authorities have lifted the suspensions on nine Ecuadorian shrimp-exporting companies that had been in place since February. This is significant for Ecuador, the world’s leading...

Mexican Fishermen Hope for Revival Under New Presidency

Fishermen from southern Sonora, Mexico, are hopeful that Claudia Sheinbaum's presidency will bring much-needed support to their struggling industry. The sector is facing one of its toughest...

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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...

Honduran Shrimp Exports Plunge 67% After Taiwan Trade Deal Ends

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

Punjab’s Shrimp Surge: Aquaculture’s New Frontier

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

NOAA Layoffs Threaten Future of U.S. Shrimp Industry

The United States ranks as the world’s sixth-largest producer of wild-caught seafood, an industry...

Shrimp Wars Heat Up in America’s Gulf

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

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

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