USDA purchasing $25 million worth of wild shrimp to help struggling fishing industry

The award marks the third year in a row the agency has provided economic relief to the US shrimp industry.

The Coast Guard conducts Hurricane Ida post-storm overflights along the Gulf Coast on August 30, 2020. Aircrews conducted overflights near Galliano, Louisiana.
The Coast Guard conducts Hurricane Ida post-storm overflights along the Gulf Coast on August 30, 2020. Aircrews conducted overflights near Galliano, Louisiana.Photo: US Coast Guard
Published 28 October 2022, 21:01Updated 28 October 2022, 21:01
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