The Second Shrimp Summit in Ecuador Hosts Retail Companies and Seafood Suppliers from Asia, Europe, and North America
Sustainable Shrimp Partnership (SSP)
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12 companies are exploring the country to learn how the world's best shrimp is produced.
In light of the ongoing second edition of the Shrimp Summit Ecuador, 15 representatives from retail companies and seafood suppliers in major global markets are visiting Guayaquil from June 12th to 14th. This activity, organized by the Sustainable Shrimp Partnership (SSP) and the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) , enables retailers and seafood suppliers from the United States, Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Portugal, Spain, and Japan to witness firsthand the commitment of Ecuadorian producers to upholding the highest standards of quality, social responsibility, and environmental sustainability.
"Through this experience, we hope that representatives from North America, Europe, and Asia witness the extraordinary efforts of the industry and the commitment of SSP producers to the highest standards such as ASC certification, zero use of antibiotics, neutral impact on water, and full traceability," said Pamela Nath, Director of SSP. "We are confident that this edition of the Shrimp Summit Ecuador will be an extraordinary opportunity to highlight Ecuador's leadership as the world's main producer and exporter of shrimp."
“We are honored that the largest shrimp buyers in the world are participating in this excellent experience in Ecuador” said Marcos Moya, ASC Global Lead Producer Outreach, “We’re grateful to SSP for once again allowing us to show our business partners how important it is to transform shrimp farming in an environmentally and socially responsible practice, by using ASC as a proof of this commitment.”
With a special focus on highlighting industry best practices, SSP and ASC welcome delegates from major international retail companies to discover the story behind shrimp production.
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Guests are enjoying a program filled with enlightening activities. On the first day of the Shrimp Summit Ecuador, the guests had the opportunity to visit Omarsa's processing plants. "It was amazing, we were able to assess the processing capacity at the plants," said Anthony Snow, a businessman from the United States. Additionally, they had the chance to taste shrimp in order to determine which ones were organic. "One of the features that I found extraordinary was the color, as well as its taste. But the color was impressive," expressed Ben Wheeley, one of the visitors from the United Kingdom.
During their stay, they will have the opportunity to visit SSP members’ facilities, such as ASC certified shrimp farms and processing plants, witnessing firsthand the responsible production of aquaculture. Additionally, the tour will include a visit to a feed mill, and educational panels will enable open dialogue between producers, processors, and attendees, while allowing retailers to convey messages about their sustainability expectations.
Currently, Ecuador has become the leading producer and exporter of Pacific white shrimp (P. Vannamei) worldwide. With over 50 years of experience in shrimp aquaculture, in 2022, the country exported over 1 million MT of shrimp, reaching 66 countries and achieving $6.7 billion in value. Since its inception, the Ecuadorian aquaculture industry has constantly adapted to market trends and requirements, innovating and technifying its systems.