Market Report: August 2, 2021

August 11, 2021

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We’re not just a seafood company anymore.

We are starting to see some price relief on our High Plains upper one third choice beef program. If you would like to hear more about our High Plains program, give us a call at 877-215-4872.

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Notes from our Buyer

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Mahi

Mahi availability is very limited this week. Call your sales rep for pricing and availability.

Halibut

Wild Alaskan Halibut boats have multiple landings this week. Weather has improved and prices are holding steady. We have 10-20 and 20-40 lb fish. Call your sales rep for pricing and availability.

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clams

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American Red Snapper

We have new shipments arriving this week. Fish ranging in size from 1-2, 2-4, and 4-8 are available. Call your sales rep for pricing and availability.

Clams & Mussels

Availability on littleneck clams and Mussels is looking great this week! Call your sales rep for pricing and availability.

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Icelandic cod is a mild white fish with tender texture. A popular choice that is low in fat and very versatile. We have shipments arriving twice a week. Call your sales rep for pricing and availability.

Arctic Char

Arctic Char is a unique strain of saltwater char sustainably farm-raised in Iceland. Often compared to salmon and trout, Arctic Char has a distinct, sweet buttery flavor and firm pink flesh that sets it apart from other fish on the market. We get this in twice a week; ask your sales rep for more info.

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East Coast Oysters

Make sure you are on our East Coast oyster list that we send out every week. We have a generous variety in Canadian and US East Coast oysters. Most East Coast oysters are pre ordered the week before, so be sure to reach out to your account manager for availability and pricing. Connecticut has reopened, and Blue Points are readily available this week.

St Simon oysters our of New Brunswick, are a one-of-a-kind oyster.

They have an amazingly dynamic flavor — wonderful briny start, then transforms on the palate into sweet, buttery goodness. Oysters are reared in floating bags then sunk below the surface during the winter months. With a dynamic and sharp brine, supple meat and a sweet, mineral finish.

Gulf Oysters

Gulf Sacks, Irradiated Oysters (Pink Bands), Gold Bands, Standard and Select Shucked Gallons have good availability. Gulf Shell Oysters have increased this week due to limited availability of proper sizing for half shells. Oyster beds are producing large oysters that are more suitable for shucked gallons vs half shells.

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Redfish & Striped Bass

Redfish and Striped Bass availability is much improved. We have multiple shipments throughout the week. Non-domestic Redfish from Mauritius will continue to be available. Please call your sales rep for sample requests, and the available options.

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Farmed Salmon

We carry many options of Farmed Salmon.

Chilean Salmon, North Sea Salmon, Canadian Salmon, Verlasso Salmon, Ora King Salmon, Bay of Fundy Salmon, and Sixty South Salmon.

Chilean Salmon prices remain up due to limited product available in the market.

Please call your sales rep for pricing and availability.

Wild Salmon

Wild Alaskan Salmon shipments are arriving multiple times a week. Wild Salmon from Prince William Sound, Copper River, Resurrection Bay, Cook Inlet, and Sand Point catch areas are available. Call your account manager for pricing and availability.

Wild Isles Natural Salmon

This salmon is naturally raised; Antibiotic Free, Chemical Free, Preservative Free, and Hormone Free. The feed is comprised of all natural and sustainable resources. And unlike other farm raised salmon Wild Isle Salmon is raised in the open ocean of the Shetland Islands, and not in a Loch or Bay like other farms raised salmons.

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Scallops

U10 Dry Scallops availability continues to be limited; we continue to see weekly increased prices due to a decrease in supply of the larger sizes. U12 and 10/20 Dry Scallop will be a great option during this time with their attractive pricing and abundance in the catch.

Tuna

Tuna availability is limited this week and has pricing on the rise. We have multiple shipments arriving weekly. We carry 2+ and #1 tuna. Call your sales rep for availability and pricing.

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