AGP Executive Report
Last update: 35 minutes agoShrimp Trade Shock (Malaysia–Thailand): Malaysia has banned primary shrimp imports from Thailand for five species, citing food-safety concerns and putting Thai shrimp farmers’ livelihoods at risk while urging bilateral talks. Salmon Policy Uncertainty (B.C.): British Columbia’s salmon sector is still waiting on Ottawa’s final transition framework for shifting from open-net pens toward closed-containment by 2029, leaving companies anxious about investment and potential exits. Aquaculture Finance (Togo): The EU and Togo’s AED launched a €1m revolving fund (655m CFA francs) to help IFAD-Aquaculture graduates start fish farming, tackling the biggest barrier: access to credit. New Farm in Singapore: Singapore’s first local trout farm has started operations, targeting 1,200 tonnes this year and ramping to 3,000 tonnes by 2028 to boost local protein supply. Workforce Support (U.S. aquaculture-adjacent): Virginia’s Bay Consortium released an employer toolkit to recruit, develop, and retain skilled workers—aimed at easing talent shortages that also affect food and seafood operations. Seafood Skills (Oregon): A regional seafood butchery program is teaching students hands-on filleting and preparation to strengthen the local seafood workforce.
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