Balasore, Aug. 1 -- Odisha's shrimp exporters are facing a major crisis after US President Donald Trump announced a 25 per cent tariff on all Indian imports, including seafood.

This move has disrupted trade, halted orders, and triggered fears of large-scale financial losses.

Odisha is a leading shrimp exporter, with hatcheries and aquaculture farms largely dependent on the US and European markets.

Frozen Vannamei shrimp, the state's key marine export, makes up 99.5 per cent of the seafood sent to the US, which was valued at $170 million in 2024-25.

"Over 30 per cent of our shrimp exports go to the US. With a 25 per cent duty, we're struggling to stay competitive," said Sangram Das, vice-president of the Seafood Exporters Association o...