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
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,
Week 13 Shrimp Price Trends: India Gains Momentum as Vietnam Struggles
The global shrimp market remains a dynamic landscape, with Week 13 of 2025 highlighting stark contrasts between two of Asia’s shrimp production powerhouses: India and Vietnam. As reported by Undercurrent News on March 25, 2025, farm-gate shrimp prices in India surged, driven by supply shortages and robust demand, while Vietnam
Indian Seafood Industry Urges Government to Remove 30% Duty on US Shrimp Imports
India’s seafood exporters have launched an urgent appeal for the waiver of a 30% customs duty on shrimp imports from the United States, expressing deep concern that the existing tariff could trigger retaliatory measures from America, potentially damaging India’s dominant position in the global shrimp market. Industry Concerns Over Potential
49th Edition of India International Aquaculture Expo (IIAE) 2024: A Platform for Aqua Farmers and Exporters to Explore Emerging Technologies and Opportunities
The 49th edition of the India International Aquaculture Expo (IIAE) 2024 was inaugurated by Undi MLA K. Raghurama Krishna Raju and District Collector Ch. Nagarani at Undi in West Godavari district. The two-day expo brought together aqua farmers, aqua exporters, and other stakeholders to explore the latest technologies, policies, and
US Import Ban on Indian Wild-Caught Shrimp: A $500 Million Loss and Its Impact on Fishermen’s Livelihoods
The United States has imposed a ban on the import of wild-caught shrimp from India, citing concerns over the use of turtle excluder devices (TEDs) in Indian fishing vessels. This move has resulted in a significant loss of approximately $500 million for the Indian seafood industry, with far-reaching consequences for
Kerala’s Shrimp Export Crisis Deepens as Japan Cuts Imports: Implications for the Industry and Farmers
The shrimp export crisis in Kerala has reached a critical juncture following Japan’s recent decision to significantly reduce its imports of Indian shrimp. This development poses serious challenges for the state’s aquaculture sector, especially in the context of its dependence on the Japanese market, which has historically been a key
Indian Shrimp Industry Fights Back Against Allegations, Seeks Government Support
Indian shrimp exporters are facing accusations from a foreign lobby that their products are contaminated and produced using forced labor. This lobby is targeting the lucrative US market, where India has a 40% market share. The accusations stem from allegations by a former employee of a Kerala-based shrimp processing company,
India Refutes Labor Abuse Allegations in Booming Shrimp Industry
Top Exporter Faces Scrutiny, Vows to Maintain Standards India, now the world’s leading supplier of shrimp to the US, has vehemently denied allegations of human rights and environmental abuses raised by a Chicago-based human rights group. These accusations come at a time when India’s seafood export industry, particularly shrimp, is
Shrimp Concerns Shift From Thailand to India: Ethical and Sustainable Sourcing in Focus
The global appetite for shrimp has created a complex issue – balancing affordability with ethical and sustainable practices. While Thailand was once the poster child for these concerns, a new report by the Corporate Accountability Lab (CAL) shines a light on the rise of India’s shrimp industry and the potential
Global Seafood Alliance Responds to Media Reports of BAP Standard Violations in India’s Shrimp Industry
March 26, 2024: Letter from GSA CEO Wally Stevens on India Shrimp Situation Speaking for everyone at the Global Seafood Alliance who dedicates their passion and experience to bring about positive change in the seafood industry, the recent reports of worker abuses in India’s shrimp supply chain are upsetting. A vision
MPEDA Chairman Rejects Criticism, Calls Shrimp Industry “Guilt-Free”
Dodda Venkata Swamy, chairman of India’s Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA), is pushing back against recent media reports and NGO allegations regarding labor abuses, unsanitary conditions, and food safety violations in the Indian shrimp industry. Swamy maintains that India produces “guilt-free seafood” and boasts a “robust regulatory framework” with
US Imposes Potential Countervailing Duties on Shrimp Imports from Ecuador, India, and Vietnam
The US shrimp industry has received a boost as the Department of Commerce (DOC) announced preliminary countervailing duties on shrimp imports from Ecuador, India, and Vietnam. These duties are meant to offset any unfair advantage these countries might have gained from government subsidies. The Findings: The DOC determined that shrimp