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Guatemala Resumes Shrimp Export to Mexico Following Court Order

The shrimp industry in Guatemala is set to rebound following a favorable ruling from the District Court of Sinaloa, Mexico, allowing the resumption of shrimp exports from...

Korea Invests in Alternative Seafood Research

The Korean government has chosen four consortia to spearhead research efforts into seaweed-based substitutes and lab-grown fish. The Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries has committed to a...

Crisis in Goa’s Shrimp Farming: Numbers Plummet

Goa's aqua farmers in India, have encountered significant hurdles, leading to a decline in their numbers. What was once a promising industry with around 20 farmers in...

Bangladesh’s Shrimp Industry Faces Decline in Demand

The shrimp industry in Bangladesh is experiencing a decline that has raised concerns about its future viability. The once-thriving industry is grappling with a combination of factors...

White Spot Syndrome Virus Uncontainable Like COVID-19, Experts Warn

A recent discovery of white spot syndrome virus in wild prawns off the New South Wales North Coast in Australia has prompted serious concerns within the aquaculture...

Vietnamese Shrimp Exports to Japan Show Growth

Vietnamese shrimp exports to Japan witnessed a promising uptick in the first quarter of 2024, with a notable 14.4% increase compared to the same period last year....

Mexico Reopens Market for Honduran Shrimp

Mexico has once again opened its doors to Honduran shrimp, ending a year-long closure of the market. This development was confirmed by Arnaldo Castillo, head of Honduras'...

Protesters Claim Ecuadorian Shrimp Imports Threaten Mexican Shrimp Industry

Over 300,000 individuals engaged in the shrimp industry are feeling the pressure of continued shrimp imports into Mexico, particularly from Ecuador, affecting livelihoods and the future of...

Honduran Shrimp Exporters Turn Away from China

For Honduran shrimp producers and processing plants, China is not a viable option for export. Despite favorable tariff exemptions announced by Honduran authorities, including the Ministry of...

Australia Fishing Industry Adapts Post-Mothership Suspension

The Australian shrimp fishing industry is grappling with significant changes following the suspension of Sea Swift's mothership operations last August. This development has had a notable impact...

Norwegian Seafood Exports Show Growth in April

In April, Norway experienced a notable surge in seafood exports, reaching NOK 13.9 billion (USD 1.29 billion)—a 7% increase compared to the same month last year. Let's...

US DOC to Reduce Anti-Subsidy Tax on Ecuadorian Shrimp Imports

The US Department of Commerce (DOC) has taken steps to preliminarily reduce the anti-subsidy tax (CVD) concerning the importation of frozen warm water shrimp from Ecuador. This...

Shrimp Farm Closure Hits Honduran Economy Hard

More than 900 workers have been laid off following the closure of a shrimp farm in Choluteca, Honduras. This closure was prompted by a sharp decline in...

Bangladesh Explores Growth in Fishery Sector Export

Business leaders of the Federation of Bangladesh Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FBCCI) are advocating for enhanced policy support and infrastructure development to leverage the vast potential...

Soybean Producers Target Growth in Shrimp Industry

Indiana soybean producers in the United States are diving into new opportunities within the aquaculture industry, aiming to leverage investments in Central American shrimp and tilapia production. Investing...

Sao Ta Foods Achieves April Sales Increase of 17%

Sao Ta Foods has reported robust growth in its shrimp exports, despite facing challenges in global markets. April Performance Highlights In April 2024, Sao Ta Foods recorded a substantial...

Progress in Negotiations for Honduran Shrimp Access to Mexican Market

The Foreign Minister of Honduras, Eduardo Enrique Reina, recently announced significant progress in negotiations with Mexico aimed at resolving the issue of access for Honduran shrimp to...

Disease-Free Zones for Indian Shrimp Discussed in Trade Talks with Australia

During a recent bilateral meeting, Indian officials brought attention to Australia's pharmaceutical pricing controls, specifically concerning generic medicines. This discussion, which took place as part of efforts...

Steady Shrimp Harvest in Uruguay’s Laguna de Castillos

In May, operations in Uruguay's Laguna de Castillos continue with the maintenance of shrimp traps, supporting approximately 400 jobs. The market price for shrimp remains stable at...

Shrimp Boil Raises USD 112,000 for Charity

Central Maintenance and Welding (CMW) recently hosted its second annual shrimp boil at the Hillsborough County Fairgrounds in the United States, raising USD 112,000. The event, which...

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