U.S. Gulf Shrimp Industry Faces Steep Economic Decline, $268 Million Revenue Loss Since 2021
March 19, 2026 - BAYOU LA BATRE, Ala. - A new NOAA Fisheries economic snapshot paints a stark picture of the U.S. Gulf shrimp industry, revealing a long‑term decline in profitability, shrinking participation, and mounting structural challenges that …