For years, “wild-caught” has been viewed as the gold standard in seafood and other animal-based foods, implying freshness and natural quality. However, modern farming practices have advanced ...

If a restaurant menu says, "local catch," it might sound self-explanatory, but you could be getting deceived. Here's ...

As a person born and raised near Houston, southern seafood and good quality shrimp are both things I hold near and dear to my heart. And in spite of my attachment to the crispy, fried Gulf Coast ...

LAFAYETTE, La. (KLFY) — Some diners in Lafayette may be disappointed to learn that the shrimp on their plate is not local, as advertised. According to a recent study by SeaD Consulting, 33% of sampled ...

The debate about protecting the local, wild-caught shrimping industry has been at the forefront of local news, but it is important to recognize that this industry relies on an inefficient, ...

CHARLESTON — With recent news and widespread discussion of alleged "shrimp fraud" in the Lowcountry, The Post and Courier wanted to help explain some of the terminology and labeling so the next time ...

Julio Jose and Manuel Andres are immersed waist-deep in 75-degree water in a 100-ton poly tank. Armed with large mesh dip nets, they begin their weekly task of shrimp wrangling. Even though the shrimp ...