DMR officials discusses 2026 Mississippi shrimp season as fleet returns to work

Dave Elliott,

The 2026 shrimp season opened this week.

The Mississippi shrimp fleet is out hoping for the best. Economic factors like the price of fuel are always a concern.

The Department of Marine Resources set the opening date after testing conditions.

Shrimp and Crab Bureau Director with DMR Jason Saucier is here to talk about the season.

Tags: ,

Related