There are mixed reactions among industry experts on how US shrimp demand is faring, but consensus is there is a general softness in the market.

"I think it's been steady for the most part of the year," one Indian shrimp industry expert told IntraFish. "The last few weeks it seems to be slowing down. A lot of buyers are saying that things have been slower than what it was this time last year.

"Foodservice has been good, but in retail we need to look at more promotions," he said.

Another