Shrimp Processing in the Southeast: Supply Problems and Structural Change

Abstract

A growing deficit in shrimp landings relative to processing needs in the Southeast Region of the United States concerns both industry and government officials. Structural changes in the shrimp industry are encouraged by the growing supply deficit. The shrimp supply situation and resulting industry organization changes are the primary concerns of this paper.

Financial Implications of Waste Management Systems for Shellfish Processing

“…These pollution a municipality on a least-cost basis to the firm. control problems are particularly perplexing Nonfinancial factors in this decision (not for both old and new firms, since solutions lead discussed in this paper) would include such only to higher processing costs in a considerations as (1) length and security of the competitive market, heavily influenced by contract with the municipality, (2) any international conditions. additional constraints, delays or nuances Financial effects of effluent discharge expected in negotiating a suitable contract, guidelines are already being felt by processors and (3) attitudes of state regulatory agencies.…”

“…National Marine Fisheries Service data for 1974 indicate that 56 percent of shrimp landings and imports in the U.S. were imports. This is a 17 percent increase in imports over 1971 when imports were only 48 percent of landings and imports(Prochaska, 1974).2Obtained through personal interviews with major processors in the Brunswick, Georgia area.…”