Read this passage about the seafood industry in Louisiana. American seafood, and Louisiana Seafood in particular, is a premium product with a unique flavor that is a result of the waters where it lives and grows. Chefs nationwide swear by domestic seafood—its freshness, quality and flavor bring value and diners to their restaurants day in and day out.

And all along the nation’s shorelines—Louisiana alone has 7,721 miles—you’ll find an industry built on the localized, often family-run businesses that supply our nation with fresh domestic seafood. Since the best seafood comes from right here, make sure the best seafood is what you’re buying.

–LouisianaSeafood. com

What is the purpose of this passage?

A. to promote one of the state’s major industries
B. to provide statistics on employment in the seafood industry
C. to describe one family-run business in the seafood industry
D. to outline how the seafood industry may change in the future