The demand for Bangladesh's black tiger shrimp export is fast losing ground in western markets, prompting the government to approve the commercial production of vannamei, a cheaper top-selling shrimp variety. Bangladesh's shrimp export fell by 26.27% to $300 million in FY23, according to data from the Bangladesh Export Promotion Bureau. The export was 40% lower than the target of $500 million. To prevent further erosion in the exports, which mostly comprise black tigers, the Department of Fisher

WATCH || The first harvest of shrimp from a small trial pond at the Ministry of Agriculture’s Onverwagt Shrimp and Prawns production facility in West Coast Berbice. The harvest yielded 495kg of shrimp, which represents 70% of the quantity from this trail. The remaining 30% will be harvested at a later date. The trial is to understand how the Vannamei shrimp can be grown in the conditions at Onverwagt. The farm will have ten production ponds, three water storage ponds, and four nursery ponds and

Creamy Garlic Shrimp Linguine A rich, dreamy pasta night that feels straight out of your favorite seafood restaurant, only easier and faster to whip up at home! Ingredients: 8 ounces linguine pasta 1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 teaspoon chili flakes (optional, for a kick) Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons chopped parsley How