ANALYSIS: US Shrimp Imports Down 10% in Dec ’25; Models See Modest Single‑Digit Declines Into Q1

US shrimp imports for December 2025 fell roughly 10% year‑over‑year, with total volumes for all categories down about 11% versus the prior December. Through the end of 2025, cumulative imports finished about 4% ahead of the same point in 2024. Origins diverged sharply: India volumes were down 19% year‑over‑year but did post a month‑to‑month uptick; Ecuador surged 25% as demand continued to favor certain product forms; Indonesia collapsed 71% after a mid‑Oct to mid‑Nov export...

US Department of Commerce Issues Final Antidumping Duty Results for Thai and Vietnamese Shrimp

In recent days, the US Department of Commerce (Commerce) released the final results of its 19th administrative reviews of antidumping duty orders on frozen warmwater shrimp imported from Thailand and Vietnam. The review period covered imports from February 1, 2023, through January 31, 2024, according to Federal Register notices issued on February 20 and 23.

These dumping margins determine the final antidumping duties owed on shipments during the period of review and establish cash deposit rates that will apply to...

US Trade Policy Shifts After IEEPA Loss; Seafood, Rice Targeted in Section 301 Investigations

US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said the Supreme Court’s ruling against President Trump’s use of the International Economic Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA) affects only “one element” of the administration’s trade strategy.

Greer added that the administration remains committed to implementing Trump’s trade policy, noting it was one of his core campaign messages. The administration has warned for months that if courts struck down Trump’s reciprocal tariffs, he would use “alternative tools.”

One of those tools will be to launch...

New Atlas Identifies Potential Opportunities for Aquaculture in the Gulf of Alaska

Last week, NOAA published the Atlas for Aquaculture Opportunity Areas (AOAs), identifying 77 locations that have potential for shellfish and seaweed aquaculture operations in the Gulf of Alaska.  

This atlas is the third released in recent months. The other two are focused on the Gulf of America (previously known as the Gulf of Mexico) and off the state of California.  

Identifying Aquaculture Opportunity Areas fulfills President Trump’s 2020 Executive Order “Promoting American Seafood Competitiveness and Economic Growth” and supports the 2025 Executive Order “Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness...

Industry Responds to US Supreme Court Decision Overturning Trump’s Emergency Tariffs

The US Supreme Court’s decision Friday to overturn Donald Trump’s emergency tariffs prompted swift reaction from businesses and trade associations across multiple sectors. The ruling removes a key pillar of the administration’s trade policy and could trigger a complex process to unwind the levies and issue refunds.

Here’s the response from industry groups:

David French, Executive Vice President of Government Relations, The National Retail Federation:

“The Supreme Court’s announcement today regarding tariffs provides much-needed certainty for US businesses and manufacturers, enabling global supply chains to...

Japan: Russian Atka Mackerel Price Holding Steady, Price Increase in Prospect

According to Minato Shimbun, the domestic sales price for frozen dressed Russian Atka Mackerel (540-640 grams) is 620 yen/kg ($4.05/kg) as of early February, unchanged from September of last year. While rising prices for competing fish species are likely to lead to an increase in demand and price hikes in the future, "it's highly likely that prices won't start to move significantly until summer," according to a trading company source.

This year, there has been a global trend...

Tunga/Skretting Launches Aqua Feed Production Facility in Nairobi

Tunga/Skretting has launched its newly commissioned aqua feed production facility in Nairobi, Kenya.

The new plant increases the company's fish feed production capacity from 24,000 Mt to 45,000 Mt.

The facility will serve Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, and neighboring markets, contributing to food security and boosting farmer profitability across the region, the company said on social media.

Norwegian Seafood Council Unveils Insights On Protein Consumption in Italy

A recent report by the Norwegian Seafood Council unveils key insights into protein consumption in Italy, with a special focus on increasing the appeal of salmon, stockfish, saltfish, and clipfish. Italy represents a crucial market for Norwegian seafood, particularly for salmon, which commands over a 90% market share, and stockfish with a full 100% share. The market share for saltfish and clipfish varies significantly, fluctuating between 13% and 85% based on the specific product type.

Country Director Tom-Jørgen Gangsø, based...

Steven Chaur Appointed as New CEO of Murray Cod Australia

Today, Murray Cod Australia Limited (MCA) announced the appointment of Steven Chaur as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), starting Monday, April 20, 2026. Currently serving as a Non-Executive Director for MCA, Mr. Chaur will transition to an Executive Director upon assuming his new role.

To ensure a smooth leadership transition, Mat Ryan, Executive Director of Production and Development, and Mr. Roger Commins, Non-Executive Director, will serve as Interim Joint Chief Executive Officers until Mr. Chaur takes over.

The SCOTUS Decision Is In: IEEPA Tariffs Are Out

On February 20, the US Supreme Court (SCOTUS) judges released their decision about the legality of US President Trump’s use of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to impose “reciprocal tariffs” on US trading partners across the globe. 

“IEEPA does not authorize the President to impose tariffs. The judgment... is vacated, and the case is remanded with instructions to dismiss for lack of jurisdiction,” read the latest Opinion of the Court for Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump. 

Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the majority opinion and the court agreed 6-3 that the tariffs exceeded the law...

Sea Port Products Marks 45 Years, Prepares Return to Seafood Expo North America 2026

Sea Port Products Corp will return to Seafood Expo North America (SENA) in Boston this March, using the show as an opportunity to mark its 45th year in the seafood business.

The Kirkland, WA-based importer and distributor was founded in 1981 by James Dresser and his sons Bill and Don, evolving from a small brokerage into one of the country’s notable suppliers of shrimp and a variety of other seafood species. Sea Port now offers shrimp, lobster, crab, scallops, finfish and other products sourced from...

Weather-related Delays Impact Opening and Closing of Southeast Alaska’s Tanner Crab Fishery

Sobico USA Recalls 13,464 Pounds of Siluriformes Fish Products

Sobico USA LLC is recalling approximately 13,464 pounds of frozen, raw intact Siluriformes fish products. These items were imported from Vietnam without the benefit of import reinspection in the US. The issue was discovered and reported by the importer after a review of the FSIS import requirements and establishment procedural guidance.

According to an announcement from the US Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS), the Siluriformes fish, both whole/gutted and steak items, were produced on June 24, 2025. They bear the Vietnam...

Surge in Surimi Production Supports Russia’s Export Push to Asia

The Russian surimi sector is booming, with strong growth in both value and volume.

Analysts at the Russian Pollock Association forecast that production could rise another 20–25% in 2026, exceeding 100,000 MT and setting a national record. In 2025, surimi production increased 25% to 89,000 metric tons (MT), following a 47% expansion in 2024.

The surimi segment is one of the few in the Russian seafood market showing simultaneous growth in volume and value. The sector has expanded rapidly since 2020...

Bojangles Reels in the Return of the Bojangler Just in Time for Lent

Just in time for the Lenten season, Bojangles is bringing back a fan-favorite that guests look forward to all year: the Bojangler® Fish Sandwich, hitting menus on Feb. 23. Returning to menus nationwide for a limited time, the Bojangler delivers the bold, craveable flavor Bojangles is known for, perfectly timed for guests seeking a seasonal seafood option.

The original Bojangler features a crispy, panko-breaded Alaskan Pollock filet seasoned with Bo’s Famous Seasoning, topped with a slice of American cheese...

NORAD Intercepts 5 Russian Aircraft Over Bering Strait, Deployed Five Jets to Escort Them Out

The North American Aerospace Defense Command detected and tracked two Russian Tu-95s, two Su-35s and one A-50 flying through international airspace near the Bering Strait, west of Alaska, on Thursday. 

The US-Canadian command launched two F-16s, two F-35s, one E-3 and four KC-135 refueling tankers to intercept the Russian aircraft and escort them out of the area...

ANALYSIS: Tariffs Squeeze Shrimp Farmgate Margins as Import Dynamics Shift

Farmgate prices overseas, particularly in India, face significant margin pressure once reciprocal tariffs are factored in. After adjusting for yield and exchange rates—and applying tariffs alone without added landed costs—the effective landed cost for Indian 30–40 count HOSO shrimp plus a 25% tariff approaches that of 21–25 count HLSO product. This aligns with current US importer bids showing Indian offers often priced above Ecuadorian equivalents.

While Ecuador’s farmgate prices remain comparatively lower, higher labor and other onshore costs, especially amid rising demand for value-added peeled...