Designating August as National Catfish Month: Supporting US Agriculture
The Senate designated August 2023 as “National Catfish Month” to promote the consumption of US farm-raised catfish, the largest aquaculture product by weight. This resolution highlights that purchasing domestic catfish supports over 9,000 jobs and contributes nearly $2 billion annually to the US economy. It encourages citizens to choose this sustainable and healthy source of protein.
Key points
Economic Support: Buying US farm-raised catfish directly supports the domestic fishing industry and thousands of jobs across several states.
Food Promotion: Catfish is recognized as a lean, sustainable, and year-round source of high-quality protein for consumers.
Worker Recognition: The resolution formally honors all past and present workers involved in catfish production and processing.
Status:
Adopted
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