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MEDIA RELEASE: ASPA Applauds Congressman Scalise’s Work to Protect American Consumers from Toxic Foreign Shrimp
July 24, 2020 Biloxi, Mississippi — The American Shrimp Processors Association (ASPA) applauds U.S. Representative Steve Scalise (R-La.) for his continued support of the wild-caught American shrimp industry. Yesterday, Congress passed an amendment to H.R. 7610, the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2021 that provides $6…
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Wild American Shrimp’s 2019 Chef of the Year David Guas Responds to the Coronavirus by Cooking Free Meals for Arlington Community
In addition to managing his own restaurant, Bayou Bakery & Café in Arlington, Virginia, Wild American Shrimp’s 2019 Chef of the Year David Guas is doing good deeds for others by providing free, healthy meals to Arlington’s children and their families. Like many restaurants across the nation, Bayou Bakery has faced the hardship of temporarily…
Read More April 21, 2020 -
The National Restaurant Association’s Summary of the $2 Trillion CARES Act
In our continuing efforts to keep the seafood industry informed, attached in the link and image below you will find a summary from the National Restaurant Association of the $2 trillion CARES Act passed by Congress yesterday. Phase Three CARES Act National Restaurant Association Summary
Read More March 26, 2020 -
Summary of Congress’s $2 Trillion Stimulus Package and What It Means for the Seafood Industry
Yesterday, Congress passed a $2 trillion stimulus package — known as The CARES Act — and in our continuing efforts to keep the seafood industry informed, the American Shrimp Processors Association (ASPA) has reviewed and summarized all aspects of it. By clicking the link or image below, you will find an attached summary of the bill…
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Bill Being Considered to Provide $300 Million to Fisheries – If Passed, Funds Can Be Direct Payments
Bill being voted on today. $300 million for fishery participants from Commerce. These funds can include direct payments. Little detail is available other than the proposed language. Please see page 30 of document at link below. SENATE BILL THAT INLCUDES $300 MILLION FOR FISHERIES
Read More March 25, 2020 -
American Shrimp Processors Association Calls for Shrimp to Be Designated as a Commodity Purchase
Last night, the American Shrimp Processors Association (ASPA) forwarded a letter to the Administrator of the Agricultural Marketing Service asking that shrimp be added to its eligible list of commodity purchases. This was written by the association on behalf of the domestic shrimp industry. A bill currently being finalized in the Senate has $450 million…
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Today — March 24th — is The Great American Takeout Day!
Today (March 24th) is The Great American Takeout Day! With the recent coronavirus leaving many of America’s restaurants and over 15 million working Americans struggling, restaurants across the country are banning together for one day to encourage Americans to eat at least one takeout, delivery, or pick-up meal! To help do your part to help…
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Tomorrow — March 24th — is The Great American Takeout Day!
Tomorrow (March 24th) is The Great American Takeout Day! With the recent coronavirus leaving many of America’s restaurants and over 15 million working Americans struggling, restaurants across the country are banning together for one day to encourage Americans to eat at least one takeout, delivery, or pick-up meal! To help do your part to help…
Read More March 23, 2020 -
Wild American Shrimp Shines at MADE SOUTH’s Southern Whiskey Society’s 2020 Winter Edition Event
On Saturday, February 29th at the “The Factory” in Franklin, Tennessee, patrons were treated to one of the most high-caliber whiskey events in all of the South: MADE SOUTH’s Southern Whiskey Society’s 2020 Winter Edition Event. Guests were treated to more than 70 different whiskeys to choose from, all from the South’s leading distillers, complimented…
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Celebrate Mardi Gras With King Cake and… Shrimp?
Mardi Gras is upon us! On Tuesday, February 25th, the nation will celebrate Fat Tuesday, but of course, most people have been partying already! It’s a time when everyone can enjoy good times, good drinks, and of course good food. And no other food screams “Mardi Gras!” quite like king cake! Ah yes, the king…
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Wild American Shrimp Launches “Don’t Be Shellfish With Your Shrimp Recipes!” Contest
Do you love all of the shrimp recipes on our website? They come from a variety of sources including our own Chef Advocates. Have you ever thought, “Hey! I’ve got my own tasty recipe for shrimp and grits!” that you wish was featured on there? Or maybe you’ve got a secret recipe from your mom,…
Read More February 12, 2020 -
Chef of the Year David Guas Donates $500 to DC Central Kitchen
Wild American Shrimp’s 2019 Chef of the Year David Guas of Bayou Bakery has donated his award money of $500 to the DC Central Kitchen in Washington D.C. – helping to provide both work and nourishment to thousands in the area! Each year, Wild American Shrimp designates one of its Chef Advocates – affiliated chefs who strive to…
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Chef Advocate Rob Stinson Showcases Shrimp Basilica Dish on WLOX
Chef Rob Stinson of Salute recently joined the WLOX crew for their “In The Kitchen” segment to showcase one of his signature dishes at his restaurant: Shrimp Basilica. Check out the video below as Chef Stinson walks you through this delectable dish. For more information on Chef Stinson and Salute, head over to his Chef…
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Wild American Shrimp, Dallas & Jane Team Up for Unique Shrimp Dish
Wild American Shrimp was on display over the weekend at the Made South Holiday Market in Franklin, Tennessee, as the American Shrimp Processors Association teamed up with Chef Alex Belew of Dallas & Jane by donating white, Gulf shrimp from Gollot’s Seafood for his Shrimp Corndog dish. Chef Belew was one of more than 100…
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FUN FACT FRIDAY: Shrimpers Catch Giant Tiger Shrimp in Fernandina Beach, Florida
This giant tiger shrimp was more like an actual tiger! Shrimpers from the Trout River Fish Company caught a giant tiger shrimp off the coast of Fernandina Beach, Florida. According to SeafoodSource, tiger shrimp are already known for their size, one of the largest amongst commercial shrimp and typically coming in at around 9 to…
Read More October 4, 2019 -
Happy National Seafood Month
It’s our favorite month of the year, and we want to know how you are celebrating National Seafood Month. Make sure to use the hashtag #NationalSeafoodMonth with any recipes, photos from shrimp taco night or days out on the boat looking for your next catch. You can also tag us on Facebook and Instagram @WildAmericanShrimp…
Read More October 1, 2019