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Recapping the 2023 Seafood Excellence Awards: Recognized Products Revealed

At the 2023 Seafood Excellence Awards, two companies stood out for their remarkable contributions to the North American seafood industry. Held annually at Seafood Expo North America (SENA), this prestigious competition highlights innovation in the sector. Recognized for their exceptional achievements, these companies earned accolades for the Best New Retail Product and Best New Foodservice Product categories, reaffirming their commitment to excellence and advancement within the industry.

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Recapping the 2023 Seafood Excellence Awards: Recognized Products Revealed
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Thunder’s Catch and Netuno USA, recipients of the prestigious 2023 Seafood Excellence Awards, garnered attention for their outstanding shrimp-related products. Thunder’s Catch, headquartered in Sandpoint, Idaho, clinched the Best New Retail Product award for its Wild Salmon Chowder, experiencing a remarkable 127 percent surge in sales post-win. Co-founder Kara Berlin attributes the chowder's success to its use of real, whole ingredients and convenient packaging. On the other hand, Fort Lauderdale, Florida-based Netuno USA secured the Best New Foodservice Product accolade for its innovative Tambaqui Ribs, introducing a novel Amazonian freshwater fish to the North American market. Both companies have demonstrated a commitment to excellence in shrimp-related offerings, setting a high standard for innovation in the industry. As anticipation builds for the upcoming 2024 Seafood Excellence Awards at the Seafood Expo North America (SENA), eyes are on the shrimp-related innovations expected to take center stage.
 
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