Texas Shrimp Association

Texas Shrimp Association A nonprofit organization that develops strategies to educate consumers, media, and politicians about the importance of protecting and growing our industry.

SHRIMP IS THE MOST CONSUMED SEAFOOD IN THE U.S. PEOPLE SIMPLY LOVE THEIR SHRIMP!!!!However approximately 90% of consumers have no idea where the shrimp they eat are from. This may explain why 85-90% of shrimp consumed in the U.S is imported farm raised shrimp. Texas gulf sh*****ng is a way of life for many families up and down the coast and is a vital part of our economy and Texas heritage. Texas

Shrimp Association (TSA) is a non-profit organization that develop strategies to educate consumers, lawmakers, press, environmental groups, and the public at large about the importance of protecting and growing the Texas Gulf sh*****ng Industry while maintaining a sustainable, environmentally safe product. Texas shrimp are firmer, sweeter, and have a depth of flavor that is unlike shrimp from any other region. Each bite you'll understand why Texas Gulf Shrimp is the preferred shrimp of seafood lovers.

05/22/2026
05/22/2026

Great info on how the Office of Seafood will benefit shrimpers. We need passage of the Farm Bill in the Senate with these vital amendments codifying the Office of Seafood at the USDA permanently. 🦐

05/22/2026

Having a reliable Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP) is vital for protecting U.S. citizens from harmful foods entering the country virtually unchecked. Foreign seafood imports account for over 90% of seafood consumption. We should do all we can to hold accountable those responsible for monitoring the SIMP to ensure our food is safe.🦐

So honored to have the opportunity to be a guest lecturer for the UTRGV graduate class on Policy Formulation instructed ...
05/22/2026

So honored to have the opportunity to be a guest lecturer for the UTRGV graduate class on Policy Formulation instructed by Dr. Alexandre Couture-Gagnon.

We discussed the many issues facing the Texas and US sh*****ng industry, as well as our efforts to find meaningful and productive solutions to these challenges. It was a great and engaging discussion with bright and enthusiastic students.

It was great to visit with Dr. Lindsay Kennedy and her group of students from the Texas Tech MILE program who toured the...
05/12/2026

It was great to visit with Dr. Lindsay Kennedy and her group of students from the Texas Tech MILE program who toured the Rio Grande Valley to learn firsthand about the issues affecting the state's agricultural industry. No doubt, a visit to the harvesters of the sea is merited.

We discussed the many challenges facing the industry. Thank you to Leonard and all the crew at Zimco Marine who showed them up close the workings of a shrimp boat!

This is great news for shrimpers!! Now onward to the Senate!
05/01/2026

This is great news for shrimpers!! Now onward to the Senate!

The Farm Bill passed the House with three of my amendments attached.

The first amendment establishes the USDA Office of Seafood in federal law for the first time, giving South Carolina's shrimpers and fishermen a permanent home within the department.

The second opens USDA loan programs to commercial fishing and seafood operations, putting the farmers of the sea on equal footing with the farmers of the soil.

The third is Violet's Law, which requires every federal agency to release retired research animals into homes.

South Carolina's coast has a seat at the table. We're just getting started.

Well said SSA!! With millions being collected in tariffs and countervailing duties, a portion should be allocated to shr...
04/22/2026

Well said SSA!! With millions being collected in tariffs and countervailing duties, a portion should be allocated to shrimpers who are economically injured by the overwhelming amount of foreign farm-raised shrimp being imported into our country.

Also, those collected revenues should be directed to increasing the amount of inspections of imported farm-raised shrimp being imported. More than the current amount of one percent of shrimp should be inspected!

🚨 NEWS ALERT: As shrimp season begins, American shrimpers can’t afford to leave the dock—while foreign competitors receive millions in refunds.
Our coastal communities deserve better.
Learn more: https://shrimpalliance.com/cape-day-whos-really-receiving-ieepa-tariff-refunds/

This is great! Now we just need to add Eat American Shrimp!🦐
04/21/2026

This is great! Now we just need to add Eat American Shrimp!🦐

When it’s made in the USA, Texans know it stands for hard work, integrity, and quality.

From Texas farms and ranches to family tables across this great nation, it means clear labeling, safe food, and strong support for American agriculture.

Proudly produced. Proudly American.

🔗 productofusa.gov

This is great legislation that we need to support the U.S. fishing commercial fishing industry. Reach out to your legis...
04/21/2026

This is great legislation that we need to support the U.S. fishing commercial fishing industry. Reach out to your legislators to ask for their support!

The bill would also incorporate domestic seafood requirements into child nutrition programs.

We’re with you South Carolina!
04/19/2026

We’re with you South Carolina!

HORRY COUNTY, S.C. (WBTW) — A bill that would require restaurants to include country-of-origin labeling of shrimp on menus has unanimously passed in the South Carolina House and is making its way to the Senate. A recent study of shrimp dishes at 44 randomly selected seafood restaurants along the G...

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