Louisiana Seafood Board Grant Enables Researchers Comprehensive Examination of Seafood Supply Chain

A new study by the University of Louisiana Lafayette examining the people and industries on the frontlines of Gulf seafood and detailing how the industry has weathered challenges while capitalizing on opportunities for growth will be expanded to include all Louisiana parishes bordering the Gulf. A $250,000 grant by the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Boardwill dovetail with an initial grant by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for the same amount expanding the initial study.