American Mariculture president Robin Pearl facing fraud, grand theft charges

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EDITOR'S NOTE

"Robin Pearl's arrest is the latest development for American Mariculture/Sun Shrimp's tumultuous year. Beyond the challenges that Pearl and the company face, the future of American-grown shrimp genetics might be at stake. "

Jean Ko Din, Editor

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American Mariculture president Robin Pearl facing fraud, grand theft charges

Robin Pearl, co-founder and president of land-based shrimp producer American Mariculture, was arrested in Florida last week on fraud and grand theft charges. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is charging Pearl with fraud to obtain...

ASC appoints new director of producer engagement

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USDA earmarks $1.7M for 6 aquaculture research projects

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Kurt Grinnell scholarship fund awards $25K for latest academic year

The Kurt Grinnell Aquaculture Scholarship Foundation has announced the latest recipients of its scholarship for Tribal and First Nation students who wish to pursue careers in aquaculture and natural resources. Seven Indigenous students were awarded...

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