Malaysia’s shrimp supply stable as industry backs temporary Thai import ban, says DOF (opens original article in a new tab)

Malaysia's shrimp supply remains stable despite temporary import ban on Thai shrimp species, with industry support for increased production.

• Malaysia imposes temporary ban on five Thai shrimp species to protect domestic industry and biosecurity
• Shrimp associations and farmers plan to increase production to meet domestic and export demand
• Malaysia imports ~11,000 metric tonnes of shrimp from Thailand annually but exports ~3,000 metric tonnes