Seafood Report

Seafood- For the most part, the shrimp markets continue to trade at relatively engaging levels for buyers.  Although a deflated US dollar is expected to slow US shrimp imports in the coming months, overall lethargic domestic shrimp demand due to poor food service traffic and lackluster retail sales may cause the shrimp markets may remain fairly appealing into the holidays.  Buyers are encouraged to visit coverage for later in 2010 which could experience modestly higher shrimp prices.

 

Market Trend

Supplies

Price vs. Last Year

Salmon, Whole (10-12 lb)

Steady

Good

Higher

Catfish, Filets

Steady

Good

Higher

Trout, Drn. (8-14 oz)

Steady

Good

Higher

Shrimp (16-20 count)

Decreasing

Good

Lower

Shrimp (61-70 count)

Increasing

Good

Lower

Shrimp, Tiger (26-30 count)

Decreasing

Good

Higher

Snow Crab Legs (5-8 oz)

Increasing

Good

Lower

Snow Crab Legs (8 oz up)

Decreasing

Good

N/A

Cod Tails, 3-7 oz. Frz.

Steady

Good

Lower

Cod Loins, 3-12 oz. Frz.

Steady

Good

Higher

Salmon Portions, 4-8 oz. Frz.

Steady

Good

Higher