shrimp
Coverage of shrimp in the Nexus archive.
- Tests show some OBX restaurants are not selling locally-caught shrimp
A DNA testing firm found that 11 out of 22 Outer Banks restaurants tested were not selling American wild-caught shrimp. The tests were conducted by Texas-based SeaD Consulting, which suggested the likelihood of local shrimp being served is comparable to a coin flip.
- South Carolina law mandates restaurants to identify origin of shrimp after Charleston controversy
South Carolina has implemented a law requiring restaurants to disclose the origin of shrimp they serve. Food servicers argue this transparency benefits local shrimpers and enhances quality.
- Ecuador’s Korea Trade Deal Nears the Finish Line After a Decade
Ecuador has ratified its trade pact with South Korea, awaiting Seoul's approval. The agreement would allow 99% of Ecuador's exports to enter Korea tariff-free, with shrimp losing a 20% tariff.
- Fisheries department officials warn aqua farmers of ‘White Gut Disease’ outbreak
Fisheries department officials confirmed 'White Gut Disease' symptoms in shrimp samples collected from ponds in West Godavari district. The disease was identified through analysis of shrimp, water, faeces, and feed samples.