Trump Targets India, America’s Largest Shrimp Source, With 25% Import Tariff

President Donald Trump announced that all products imported into the United States from India will face a 25% tariff starting August 1, injecting new uncertainty for America’s largest shrimp supplier.

Trump also said India will face an additional penalty for its purchases of military equipment and energy from Russia, according to a post on his social media accounts. He did not provide further details on what the penalty might include.

“Remember, while India is our friend, we have, over the years, done relatively little business...

At Least 17,000 Salmon Affected in Mortality Event at Mowi Canada East Site in Newfoundland

Mowi Canada East has confirmed a salmon mortality event at its Little Burdock Cove site in Newfoundland and Labrador. 

The incident occurred on July 20 and was reported on July 28 through a notice published on the Newfoundland Aquaculture Industry Association (NAIA) website. 

The event impacted more than 10% of the farm’s stock, which is roughly 17,600 of the site's 176,249 Atlantic salmon. According to the company, the event was caused by a rise in water temperature combined with a drop in...

NOAA Reports Slight Drop in US Large Whale Entanglements in 2023

NOAA Fisheries unveiled its National Report on Large Whale Entanglements Confirmed in the United States in 2023, which found that 64 entanglements took place in 2023, down slightly from the 67 entanglements confirmed in 2022.

It is also below the average annual number of confirmed entanglements over the previous 16 years (which was 71.8), per NOAA Fisheries. NOAA said it would continue to analyze data to determine if the dip in entanglements was a temporary decline or the beginning of a longer-term trend...

The Retail Rundown: Retailers Push Protein as July Wraps

As July comes to a close and summer heat intensifies, retailers are pushing protein promotions to attract shoppers and encourage at-home grilling and cooking.

Seafood reclaimed the top spot in protein ad share this week, accounting for nearly 27% of all features. Pork followed at 24%, while beef and chicken trailed close behind at roughly 23% each. Egg promotions dipped slightly to around 1%.

Expana notes that retail egg demand has softened—typical for summer, when hot weather reduces in-home usage. Shelf prices are holding near $3.00 per dozen, well below early-year highs, but lighter consumption has dampened order volumes...

Omega Protein Calls for More Study Before Chesapeake Bay Menhaden Fishery Reductions

Menhaden processor Omega Protein and its harvesting partner Ocean Harvesters sent a letter to the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission (ASMFC) calling for further reviews ahead of a potential reduction to the menhaden fishery in the Chesapeake Bay.

The letter, written by Omega Protein’s Senior Scientific Advisor Peter Himchak, claimed there was an “inordinate amount of focus on menhaden generally, and the reduction fishery in particular” when discussions about osprey declines in the Bay were held...

ANALYSIS: Fresh Imported Seafood Market Faces Crossroads Ahead of August 1 Tariff Deadline

As the August 1 tariff deadline draws closer, the fresh imported seafood sector is bracing for renewed disruption. Importers, buyers and distributors remain on edge amid uncertainty over how broadly the next round of tariffs will be applied. Countries not currently engaged in trade negotiations may continue to face a blanket 10% tariff, or potentially steeper rates. At the same time, a 50% tariff has already been announced on seafood imports from Brazil, a key supplier of fresh snapper, grouper and swordfish...

Indian Seafood Producer Applauds UK Trade Pact, Foresees Export Surge for Shrimp

Indian seafood firm Kings Infra applauded the recent trade deal between India and the United Kingdom as it will lead to duty-free access for India’s seafood exports to the UK.

The company said the move will benefit exporters and boost trade volumes. Kings Infra pointed out that frozen fish ands shrimp products, processed seafood and fishmeal and fish-based ingredients will all benefit from the increased market access to the UK.

“This FTA is a landmark moment for Indian aquaculture. Duty-free access...

Japan: Farmed Coho Salmon Landings in Miyagi Reach 15,000 MT, Surpassing JPY 10 Billion in Value 

As of mid-July, the total landing volume of farmed coho salmon in Miyagi Prefecture for the 2025 season (March–July) has reached 14,900 metric tons — a 15% increase compared to the same time last year. This exceeds planned production by 3%. The total value stands at 12,403 million yen ($83.74 million), surpassing 10 billion yen ($67.51 million) for the first time in two years. 

The average unit price was 833 yen/kg ($5.62/kg), up...

US Coast Guard Responds to and Photographs Chinese Research Vessel off Alaska

Last Friday the US Coast Guard’s 17th District, now called the Arctic District, detected and responded to a China-flagged research ship Xuelong-2 (Snow Dragon 2) about 334 miles north of Utqiagvik, Alaska’s northern most community on the Beaufort Sea. Utqiagvik was formerly known as Barrow. 

A Coast Guard C-130J Hercules, a long-range surveillance aircraft from Air Station Kodiak, flew over the Chinese icebreaker, noting its position as 150 miles inside the Extended Continental Shelf (ECS).  

“The U.S. Coast Guard, alongside partners and other agencies...

Chad Stine Tapped to Lead Seattle Fish Company and Lombardi Brothers Meats

Founders Group of Food Companies announced the appointment of Chade Stine as the new President of the Seattle Fish Company and Lombardi Brothers Meats, effective August 11.

Stine will follow Christian Maas, who has been named Chief Operating Officer for Founders. In the past year and a half, Maas led the integration of Seattle Fish Company and Lombardi Brothers Meats.

Stine enters the role with over two decades of experience in the meat and seafood sectors. His most recent role was with Meats by Linz in Chicago...

Albertsons Expands Tuna Salad Recall

UPDATE July 30, 2025: Albertsons Expands Tuna Salad Recall

Major US retailer Albertsons has expanded its tuna salad recall at stores in Arkansas, Louisiana, Oklahoma and Texas. 

Reser’s Fine Foods initiated the recall earlier this month after discovering that the breadcrumbs used in the items may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. 

The expanded recall includes products with sell thru dates of July 23-28 and July 24-29. The products were also distributed to Randalls and Tom Thumb stores. 

Jewel Osco also joined Albertsons in recalling several of...

Report Finds Full-Service Restaurants are Winning Back Customers with Menu Updates

Full-service restaurants are hoping to make a comeback in 2025, thanks to menu updates and operational improvements, according to Chatmeter’s latest Full-Service Reputation Ranking Report. 

The report, based on over one million reviews from June 16, 2023 to June 15, 2025, analyzed customer feedback across 10 of America's largest casual dining chains. The findings suggest that restaurants introducing new menu items and enhancing the overall dining experience are seeing a spike in both demand and customer reviews.  

The Cheesecake Factory, which claimed the...

Inside the 2025 Food Manufacturing Landscape: Workforce Challenges and Investment Uptick

Global Location Strategies (GLS), a site selection advisory firm, unveiled its 2025 edition of the Best Places for Food Manufacturing Insights Report, which featured some intriguing takeaways about the impact of tariffs, immigration raids, and regulatory shifts on food manufacturing expansion.

The report features findings from the sector that spans animal food manufacturing, grain and oilseed milling, sugar and confectionery product manufacturing, fruit and vegetable preserving, specialty food manufacturing, dairy product manufacturing, animal slaughtering and processing, seafood product preparation and packaging, bakeries and tortilla manufacturing, and other food...

Clearwater Sells Macduff Processing Operations to Seafood Ecosse

Canadian seafood company Clearwater Seafoods has sold the land-based processing operations of Macduff Shellfish to Scotland’s Seafood Ecosse, returning the operations to Scottish ownership. Under a new strategic alliance, Clearwater will continue to operate the scallop fishing vessels that supply Macduff.

 The new strategic alliance will see Clearwater operate the scallop fishing vessels that exclusively supply the Macduff operations. Macduff is one of the largest wild-caught shellfish processors in Europe.

Macduff Shellfish said the move between the two firms will “enhance the value of Scottish seafood” and improve service to...

Sysco Delivers Strong Q4 and Solid FY 2025 Results

Sysco announced its fourth-quarter and full-year results Tuesday morning.

"Sysco's Q4 results exceeded expectations, as improved financial outcomes were driven by Sysco-specific initiatives and improved restaurant industry traffic. Specific to our business, USFS local volumes improved sequentially by 200 bps, including a strong exit rate in June. Importantly, drivers of our progress accelerated during the quarter, with the momentum continuing in July, an encouraging signal as we begin the next fiscal year of profitable growth" said Kevin Hourican, Sysco’s Chair of the Board and Chief Executive Officer...

Alaska Sea Grant Funds New Workforce Programs for Seafood Industry

New funding to support five new and continuing workforce development programs for seafood harvesters and processors was announced recently, as part of the state’s Technical and Vocational Education Program (TVEP). 

The projects include three Alaska Seafood School programs focused on food and processing regulations and safety, automated processing and refrigeration equipment, and processing plant management. 

Two TVEP-funded projects support commercial seafood harvesters. The Skipper Apprentice program in Bristol Bay provides training and mentorship for new crew, while an innovative “Scaled Seafood” project provides fisheries business training...

Oregon Recruiting for Seafood Commodity Commissions

Have a penchant for helping improve Oregon’s fisheries? Serving on a state seafood commodity commission may fulfill that desire. 

The Oregon Department of Agriculture is seeking applicants to fill positions on three commercial fisheries commissions. The deadline to apply is Aug. 15, 2025. 

The Director of the ODA appoints commissioners. Once selected, commissioners serve as public officials, typically serving three-year terms. Each year, commissioners develop and approve a budget using their commodity's assessments (and other funds that may be available) for projects including non-branded promotion, research and education. Commissioners...