Northeast Florida Shrimping Study

At the July 16, 2025 meeting, the Board of County Commissioners received a presentation from Cassidy Taylor, Post Disaster Recovery Coordinator for the Northeast Florida Regional Council (NEFRC), highlighting the Council’s recent completion of the Northeast Florida Shrimping Study.

The study, funded through a Community Planning & Technical Assistance Grant from Florida Commerce, focused on the coastal counties of Nassau, Duval, St. Johns, and Flagler. It explored strategies to support small shrimping businesses, encourage sustainable practices, and strengthen the local food economy.

Ms. Taylor shared that seven regional meetings were held to engage shrimpers, community members, and industry experts, ensuring that the final recommendations addressed real-world needs. Key suggestions from the study include forming a regional cooperative, building a stronger shrimping brand, and expanding partnerships with workforce programs and public agencies.

Next, the NEFRC will work with community partners to bring these ideas to life and secure resources for future projects to help sustain this historic industry for generations to come.

​The final report can be found here. 

To hear the full presentation, click here. The presentation is listed under Tab B.