(CBC)Negotiations surrounding the price of shrimp for Newfoundland and Labrador harvesters are leaving fishers to question whether untying their boats will be worth it this summer. While there is a sense of optimism around catches like crab, shrimp has proven to be a different story. Disappointment from shrimp harvesters. Starks said other factors can also play into the decision to fish shrimp this year, as rising fuel, repair and grocery costs — paired with low shrimp prices — could leave some harvesters operating at a loss. Negotiations to set the summer price of shrimp will continue in June, where the price will be set by a pricing panel.

Source: CBC News May 01, 2021 19:52 UTC