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Monroe Restaurants Fail Shrimp Test
['Jude Walker']
96.5 KPEL – News Talk – Lafayette News Radio
MONROE, La.
(KPEL-FM) - For some time now, restaurants in Louisiana have been randomly tested to ensure they comply with Louisiana's seafood labeling laws.
According to SEAD Consulting, the company that conducts genetic testing on shrimp served at Louisiana restaurants, the Northeast Louisiana city really missed the mark.
Aleisha Kalina via Unsplash Aleisha Kalina via Unsplash loading...How the Shrimp Testing Was ConductedGenetic testing of shrimp dishes at 24 Monroe and Ruston area restaurants revealed that 0% complied with Louisiana's seafood labeling laws to identify imported shrimp being served.
Why Shrimp Labeling Laws Matter“This isn’t about forcing restaurants to change their menus—it’s about them standing by their word,” said Lance Nacio, Louisiana shrimper and Louisiana Shrimp Task Force board member.
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