Global shrimp prices in Week 2 of 2026 show strong regional divergence

India: Raw material shortages push shrimp prices higher

Whiteleg shrimp prices in Andhra Pradesh rose for the second consecutive week, increasing by an average of 5 rupees/kg (about USD 0.06) across all sizes. The upward trend clearly reflects raw material shortages during the off-season, as inventories at processing plants remain low and new supply is expected to improve only from mid-April.

A processing–exporting company reported that there is currently “virtually no raw shrimp available for purchase,” while prices have continued to rise for nearly a month. Industry sources forecast that only a small volume of new shrimp will reach the market within the next 10 days.

Alongside price movements, India’s shrimp farming structure is undergoing a shift. According to Mr. Manoj Sharma, black tiger shrimp production could double in 2026 to reach 120,000–150,000 tons, while whiteleg shrimp output is expected to remain stable at 850,000–900,000 tons, bringing total production above 1 million tons. The main drivers are higher risks in whiteleg shrimp farming in high-salinity areas and strong anti-dumping tax pressure in the U.S. market.

China: Post-holiday demand weakens, shrimp prices adjust downward in the short ter

After a strong increase ahead of the Lunar New Year, whiteleg shrimp prices in China declined in the second week of the year. Prices for size 60 shrimp in Guangdong fell by 3 CNY/kg, Fujian by 2 CNY, Shandong by 1 CNY, while Jiangsu and Guangxi remained stable.

Analysts believe this is only a short-term correction, as many farmers harvested from late December to early January. Demand is expected to rebound as the market enters the peak consumption period for the Lunar New Year (February 17).

  

 

Ecuador: Prices remain stable

Farm-gate prices for Ecuadorian whiteleg shrimp were largely unchanged across sizes from 20/30 to 80/100, except for size 50/60, which edged up by USD 0.1/kg. During the holiday period, European and U.S. markets focused mainly on clearing inventories, with limited new orders. Prices are expected to recover slightly as trading activity picks up again toward the end of January.

Thailand and Indonesia: Diverging price trends

In Thailand, shrimp prices eased slightly after a strong post-flood recovery. Prices for size 80 shrimp fell by 5 baht/kg, while other sizes remained stable. January production is estimated at 12,000–16,000 tons, still below normal levels due to slow recovery in the southern regions.

In Indonesia, shrimp prices in East Java remained unchanged across sizes from 30 to 100 count. The industry continues to face pressure from logistics disruptions caused by flooding, high transportation costs, as well as uncertainties related to U.S. tariffs and Japan’s radiation inspection requirements.

Global shrimp prices enter a seasonal adjustment phase

At the beginning of 2026, the global shrimp market is clearly showing seasonal and regional divergence. Analysts note that the first half of January represents an adjustment period, before the market enters a new upward cycle linked to inventory stocking for the Lunar New Year and Easter.

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