BILOXI, Miss. – The news media recently reported several plea agreements regarding alleged Lacey Act violations involving an Illinois wholesale company and a Louisiana processing company that allegedly mislabeled and sold imported shrimp as domestic shrimp. ASPA unequivocally denounces and condemns any conduct that misrepresents or mischaracterizes product sold to US consumers. ASPA has fought for years to improve the market share of wild-caught American shrimp.
“Consumer confidence is absolutely critical and any action that diminishes consumer trust in our world class product is absolutely unacceptable,” declared Dr. David Veal, ASPA Executive Director. “Our industry has fought tirelessly since the BP oil spill to regain market share and restore faith in our product.”
ASPA remains committed to the integrity of the domestic shrimp industry and will continue to work with all relevant local, state and federal officials to ensure the accuracy of domestic product.
Source: American Shrimp Processors Association