Despite the emergence of a major trade union conflict and climatic circumstances that have limited the Argentine fleet's operations, July marked a volume peak for the country's shrimp season.   In July, a total of 34,099 metric tons were caught in Argentine waters, up 56% from June and 10% year-on-year, according to preliminary data from the country's fishing ministry. 

Meanwhile, freezer vessel operations are on track to return to normal as a result of the mandatory conciliation dictated by the country's labor ministry, Pescare reported on Aug. 7. The union Somu complied with the measure and the ships have sailed, marking a positive development for what had been a bitter labor dispute [...]