The Shift to Automation: How Labor Shortages and Food Safety Standards Are Reshaping Seafood Processing

Labor shortages continue to plague seafood processors around the world, with advanced economies, such as the U.S., Canada, Japan, and parts of Scandinavia finding it nearly impossible to fill plant positions without the help of foreign workers.

The seasonality of the jobs combined with the specialized training required for them makes the hiring process for plant workers particularly difficult, leading many seafood processors to turn towards automation.

This report dives into the current state of seafood processing and explores how automated solutions, such as hygienic conveyor belts, can significantly reduce labor needs while improving food safety.