Indian Seafood Industry Navigates US Tariff Storm by Tapping New Markets and Value-Added Products
In response to a significant tariff increase by the United States, India’s seafood sector is strategically pivoting towards new Asian markets and focusing on product innovation to counter the financial blow. Industry leaders and policymakers are advocating for a multi-pronged approach to maintain export growth amidst growing economic pressures.The challenge
Seafood Surge: India Poised for a Golden Year as European Appetites and Global Trade Winds Turn Favourable
As the Hindu lunar year Samvat 2082 dawns, one of India’s leading integrated aquaculture and seafood enterprises, Kings Infra Ventures Limited, is painting a vibrant and optimistic picture for the nation’s seafood industry. A confluence of burgeoning European demand, promising resolutions to international trade disputes, and strong domestic expansion signals
Riding the Wave: How Indian Seafood Conquered Global Markets Amidst US Sanctions
In a stunning display of economic resilience and strategic market diversification, India’s seafood export industry has navigated the turbulent waters of international trade sanctions, emerging stronger and more profitable. Despite a prohibitive 50% penalty tax imposed by the United States, the sector has charted a remarkable 6% growth, a testament
New Dawn for Indian Seafood: Landmark UK Trade Deal to Unlock a Wave of Exports
A groundbreaking trade agreement between India and the United Kingdom is set to chart a new, prosperous course for India’s seafood industry, creating significant opportunities for exporters. The India–UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), signed in July of this year, promises to eliminate tariffs on 99% of trade lines,
Navigating the Tariff Storm: Why Indian Shrimp’s Survival Strategy Runs Through Ecuador
A crippling tariff imposed by the United States has plunged India’s vibrant shrimp export sector into an unprecedented crisis, threatening a multi-billion-dollar industry and the livelihoods of millions. With the American market, the largest buyer of Indian seafood, now virtually inaccessible, a radical new strategy is no longer a choice
Andhra Pradesh CM Urges Centre to Tackle Crippling US Tariffs on Seafood Exports
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has called for urgent intervention from the Union government to address the severe impact of high US tariffs on the state’s vital seafood industry. In a meeting with Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, Naidu highlighted that a 27 percent tariff imposed
Dam Good Fish Hooks Modern Consumers with Fresh Brand Identity
Seafood brand Dam Good Fish has unveiled a strategic rebranding to strengthen its appeal to health-conscious Indian consumers. The updated identity, featuring a new logo and refined narrative, reinforces the company’s core mission: providing wild-caught, chemical-free seafood that is “good for you, good for the planet.” The rebranding is a
Indian Seafood Exports Surge Nearly 18% in April, Eyes $18 Billion Target by 2030
India’s seafood industry has started the new fiscal year with remarkable strength, recording a sharp 17.81% increase in exports in April 2025, reaching a value of $0.58 billion. This robust performance builds on a record-breaking previous year and signals sustained momentum despite global trade uncertainties. According to data from the
Indian Shrimp Exporters Seek Government Support as US Duty Review Nears, Competition Bites
India’s shrimp exporters are anxiously awaiting a crucial review of US anti-dumping and countervailing duties scheduled to begin next month, urging the Indian government to intervene diplomatically to secure relief amidst fierce global competition. Industry experts highlight that existing US duty calculation methods are detrimental to Indian exporters, who are
India’s Blue Revolution Takes Center Stage: MPEDA Unveils Seafood Expo Bharat (SEB) & Vibrant New Logo
India’s Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA) is set to launch the inaugural Seafood Expo Bharat (SEB) from July 1 to 3, 2025, at the Chennai Trade Centre. This landmark event aims to bring together 150 exhibition stalls and over 2,500 delegates under one roof, marking a significant step in
India Prepares to Ship 35,000-40,000 Tonnes of Shrimp to US Amid Tariff Relief
India’s seafood exporters are gearing up to send 35,000 to 40,000 tonnes of shrimp to the United States after US President Donald Trump’s decision to pause a planned 26% reciprocal tariff, reducing it to 10%. This move has brought significant relief to the industry, which had been bracing for substantial
U.S. Tariff Pause Brings Temporary Relief to Indian Shrimp Exporters
In a significant development for India’s seafood industry, President Donald Trump’s decision to pause a planned 26% tariff on Indian shrimp exports, reducing it to 10% until July 2025, has brought temporary relief to Indian exporters. This move allows India to resume shipments of 35,000–40,000 tonnes of shrimp (2,000 containers)
Indian Shrimp Exporters Face ₹600 Crore Loss as US Imposes Additional Tariffs
The recent imposition of a 26% tariff on Indian shrimp exports to the United States has sent shockwaves through India’s seafood industry. With the financial impact of these tariffs estimated at a staggering ₹600 crore, Indian shrimp exporters are grappling with the looming consequences of the US’s decision. This move,