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Sakura Shrimp Auction Sees Higher Supply, Lower Prices

As autumn settles in, Japan’s Shizuoka Prefecture heralds the return of its celebrated Sakura shrimp with the opening of its first autumn auctions. These cherry-blossom pink crustaceans,...

A Call for Shrimp Sector Reform in Bangladesh

Frozen food exporters in Bangladesh are advocating for a specialized interest rate tailored to their sector. They argue that such financial provisions would significantly enhance export earnings,...

Ecuador’s Shrimp Exports Face Setback

Ecuador’s shrimp industry faced mild turbulence in the third quarter of 2024. Despite a robust start to the year, exports experienced a modest 3% year-on-year downturn, with...

Prime Shrimp Expands Footprint at Whole Foods

Prime Shrimp has announced its expansion into over 200 select Whole Foods Market stores across the United States. This initiative aims to elevate shrimp consumption as a...

The Fall of Project Sea Dragon

Project Sea Dragon, the ambitious AUD 1.5 billion (USD 986 million) prawn farming endeavor conceived by Seafarms, has met a disheartening fate in Australia. Following a Federal...

GSF 2025 Set to Address Supply Chain Challenges and Innovations

Next September, Utrecht will once again become the epicentre of the shrimp industry as the Global Shrimp Forum (GSF) gears up for its fourth edition in the...

Algeria Partners with Korea to Enhance Shrimp Farming

Algeria is taking steps to improve its capacity for shrimp farming. The government’s recent collaboration with the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA) signifies a move to enhance...

Honduras Eyes Growth in China as Shrimp Exports Hope for a Bounce Back

Honduran shrimp farmers have set their sights on expanding into one of the world's largest seafood markets, as they showcase their products at the Qingdao Seafood Fair...

A Promising Aid Against Aquaculture’s Viral Menace

The aquaculture industry has faced critical challenges in recent years, with shrimp farmers particularly hard-hit. Among these is the widespread impact of Acute Hepatopancreatic Necrosis Disease (AHPND),...

Higher Duties on Indian Shrimp: A Competitive Edge for Ecuador and Indonesia?

The recent decision by the US Department of Commerce (DOC) to impose a higher countervailing duty (CVD) on frozen water shrimp from India signals a stormy sea...

Louisiana Shrimp Festival Sets Standard with Authentic Gulf-Caught Shrimp

Recent revelations regarding the authenticity of shrimp served at prominent Southern seafood festivals in the United States have raised alarm among local fishermen and seafood advocates. Genetic...

The Upper Gulf of California’s Battle for Economic Survival

With the shrimp fishing season nearing its peak in Mexico's Upper Gulf of California, local fishing communities find themselves in a financial tailspin. A trade embargo by...

Shrimp Giant Minh Phu Sees Earnings Surge Amid Dividends Boost

Minh Phu Seafood Corporation, Vietnam’s largest shrimp exporter, has reported a notable rebound in its financial performance, driven by strong dividend contributions from subsidiaries. The company’s after-tax...

New Leadership, New Strategy: Red Lobster Bids Farewell to Shrimp Excess

After a turbulent year, Red Lobster, one of America’s leading seafood chains, has put shrimp at the center of its latest transformation. The shrimp-heavy “Endless Shrimp” promotion,...

Vietnam’s Struggle with US Tariffs

The United States Department of Commerce (DOC) has tightened its grip on the imported shrimp market, announcing countervailing duties on frozen warmwater shrimp from Vietnam. This latest...

Economic Pressures Mount for Ecuadorian Shrimp Producers

Ecuador's shrimp sector, despite posting a record export volume of 111,512 metric tons in April 2024, faces headwinds this year. The primary culprit is a steep decline...

Indonesia Targets Egypt for Whiteleg Shrimp Exports

To enhance its seafood exports, Indonesia is turning its attention to Egypt's burgeoning appetite for whiteleg shrimp. This initiative, spearheaded by the Indonesian Embassy in Cairo in...

Shrimp and the Shrinking Power of U.S. Trade Policy

On October 22, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will determine whether the domestic shrimp industry has suffered harm from low-priced imports of frozen warm water shrimp...

Imported Shrimp Scandal Rocks Gulf Coast Festivals

The recent Morgan City Shrimp and Petroleum Festival in the United States found itself mired in controversy when it was revealed that much of the shrimp on...

How Ecuador Stays Ahead in the Aquaculture Arena

Ecuador has established itself as a global leader in shrimp production and exportation, holding the title of the world's largest producer. However, despite its prominent position, the...

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