louisiana seafood industry

Super Bowl LIX Boosts Louisiana’s Economy Significantly

News Summary Super Bowl LIX, hosted recently in New Orleans, generated over $1.25 billion in economic activity for Louisiana, making…

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Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off Set for June 2025

News Summary The 18th annual Louisiana Seafood Cook-Off will take place on June 27, 2025, at The Harbor Center in…

1 week ago

Significant Fish Kill Event in New Orleans’ Beaver Park Pond

News Summary In August 2017, New Orleans experienced a troubling fish kill event in Beaver Park pond, sparking concerns among…

2 weeks ago

Investigation into Sale of Star Equity Holdings to Hudson Global

News Summary An investigation led by former Louisiana Attorney General Charles C. Foti, Jr. is underway regarding the proposed sale…

3 weeks ago

Louisiana Residents Rush for REAL ID Before Deadline

News Summary As the May 7 deadline approaches for REAL ID compliance, Louisiana residents are flocking to the Office of…

1 month ago

Five Fishermen Cited for Falsifying Crab Records in Louisiana

News Summary In Cameron Parish, Louisiana, five commercial fishermen have been cited for falsifying records involving nearly 60,000 pounds of…

1 month ago

Legislation Takes a Turn in Baton Rouge: Horse Racing Controversy

News Summary Baton Rouge is buzzing over proposed changes in legislation regarding horse racing, prompting debates about ethics and potential…

2 months ago

New Seafood Labeling Law in Louisiana Aims to Protect Consumers

News Summary A new seafood labeling law in Louisiana, effective September 1, 2019, mandates restaurants to disclose if shrimp and…

2 months ago

Louisiana Faces Tourism Crisis as Canadian Travelers Cancel Plans

News Summary Louisiana is experiencing a significant decline in tourism due to Canadian travelers canceling their plans amid heightened political…

2 months ago

Louisiana Shrimper Sues Walmart Over Unauthorized Image Use

News Summary George Barisich, a shrimper from Meraux, Louisiana, has launched a lawsuit against Walmart for using an unauthorized photograph…

2 months ago