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Seafood Processing Demonstration Lab

Louisiana is poised to move beyond the commodity food chain and become a leader in seafood processing technology, education, and outreach. The state’s only seafood-focused facility of its kind, the Seafood Processing Demonstration Lab (SPDL) houses commercial food processing equipment for demonstration, training and research purposes. The goal of the lab is to help potential and existing seafood processors explore opportunities and new concepts for processing, packaging and value-added seafood products. Discover more about the lab by visiting: About the Lab | Louisiana Direct Seafood.

From the Kitchen

Louisiana's seafood culture is renowned for its unique recipes and distinctive flavors. Explore this collection of unique ways to prepare Louisiana's signature and heritage seafood dishes.

Industry Resources

Learn about latest trends, best practices, and new equipment in micro-processing—including PowerPoint presentations from the past Beyond The Boat Seafood Processors Conferences, Louisiana Direct fact sheets, and other resources produce a safe and high quality product.

News and Events

Our outreach activities include seafood field days, seafood demonstrations, and hosting leadership groups in agriculture and fisheries. We also offer training opportunities through various workshops throughout the year. Learn about past and upcoming trainings and events.

Newsletters and Articles

The LSU AgCenter Seafood Processing Demonstration Lab focuses on creating value-added seafood products, encouraging the recovery of by-products, and utilizing undervalued and underutilized species. To learn more about the lab’s involvement in various initiatives, trainings, and events, review their newsletters and articles.

Seafood Business Academy

This collection of videos is designed to assist fishermen and processors interested in starting their own business. Find valuable information on topics ranging from boat maintenance and finance to business operations and direct selling.

Seafood Safety

This video collection provides educational resources to help the industry maintain the unique quality of their products and comply with food safety requirements. The Good Manufacturing Practices videos, available in both English and Spanish, can be used as training tools for food handlers in food processing facilities.

Workshops

The lab provides essential support to the seafood and meat industry, helping them comply with food safety regulations through comprehensive trainings and workshops. These cover Good Manufacturing Practices, Sanitation Controls, Seafood HACCP, and Meat & Poultry HACCP.

Species Information

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