Late Easter, tariff-related stockpiling boost US retail seafood sales
Seafood sales pick up during the Lenten season, which this year began March 5
Tariffs are temporary solution for US seafood farmers, aquaculture economist says
If the Trump administration is serious about fostering long-term growth in US aquaculture, regulatory reform is key, suggests aquaculture economist Carole Engle
US wholesale: Farmed whitefish balance tariffs, tight supply, tepid demand
One of the most pressing issues in the current market is tilapia, where the total tariff rate on Chinese-origin product has now ballooned to 45% following an additional 20% imposed earlier this year
Paul Piazza & Son, Heartland among USDA shrimp, catfish contract winners
The USDA issued its solicitations for shrimp, catfish and pollock products for distribution to federal food and assistance programs last month
US wholesale: Prices rise as tilapia, catfish navigate tariff uncertainty
While Trump's tariff threats are fueling uncertainty, weak demand, driven in part by cautious consumers and general seafood market doldrums, remains a counterbalance to any runaway price inflation
USDA recalls over 1,150 pounds of dried ‘catfish’ from Vietnam
An importer in Houston, Texas, is recalling ineligible peppered frozen, dried catfish imported from Vietnam
Alaska governor doubles down on controversial fish farm bill
'We've got work to do on the commercial fisheries for salmon. That's problematic, but this in no way hurts that, damages that, displaces that' -- Mike Dunleavy, Alaska governor
US fast-casual seafood chain expands into 24th state
Captain D's latest expansion comes weeks after the US fast casual seafood concept announced that it will be entering the UK with a 20-unit deal
US wholesale: Tariff uncertainty looms over subdued tilapia, pangasius markets
Although rumors are circulating of possible 'panic buying' in advance of potential new tariffs in the coming months, actual moves in the market seem limited so far
US wholesale: Farmed whitefish navigates Chinese New Year volatility, supply shifts in week 2
The market remains cautious due to looming holiday-related disruptions and the potential for a tighter supply environment afterward