When Undercurrent News launched its data page featuring prices, quota and supply data on key wild and farmed species, and global trade flows, we also launched this data blog.
In 2024, though, the blog has been archived. Instead, you will find regular statistics-based stories to direct your attention to various aspects of our ever-evolving data reporting.
By María Feijóo
US imports of Atlantic salmon from Norway become cheaper in November
The US imported some 6,636 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway worth $90.8 million in November, up 3% year-on-year in volume but down 6% in value compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average unit export value also fell y-o-y by 9% to $13.69 per kilogram, according to the chart below, available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes rise in November
The US imported some 1,933 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands worth $24.4 million in November, up 5% year-on-year in volume and 9% in value compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average unit export value also rose y-o-y by 3% to $12.61 per kilogram, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Chile up 12% in November
The US imported some 18,077 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile worth $205.4 million in November, up 12% year-on-year in volume and 7% in value compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Conversely, this product’s average export value fell by 5% y-o-y to $11.36 per kilogram, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada dive in November
The US imported some 4,345 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada worth $39.2 million in November, down 8% year-on-year in volume and 7% in value compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Conversely, this product’s average export value rose by 1% y-o-y to $9.01 per kilogram, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of whole fresh Atlantic salmon up y-o-y in November
The US imported some 9,073 metric tons of whole fresh Atlantic salmon worth $79.9 million in November, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 4% in volume and 1% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets dive in November
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 8,143 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets worth $119 million in November, down 14% in volume and 19% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value was $16.36 per kilogram, up 5% when compared to November 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets climb in November
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 16,830 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets worth $203.4 million in November, up 16% both in volume and in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value was $12.08 per kilogram, mostly flat when compared to November 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Atlantic salmon imports proved less pricey in November
The US exported some 34,652 metric tons of Atlantic salmon worth $410.3 million in November, up by 3% year-on-year in volume but flat in value, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average export price fell by 7% to $11.48 per kilogram when compared to November 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China dive y-o-y in October
The US imported some 894 metric tons of squid from China worth over $4.9 million in October, down by 15% in volume and 8% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Howver, the average unit price rose by 9% to $5.49 per kilogram when compared to October 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports rise y-o-y in October
The US exported some 24,053 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $68 million in October, up by 22% year-on-year in volume and 13% in value, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average export price also fell by 8% to $2.83 per kilogram when compared to October 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock surimi sales to Japan soar in Q3
The US exported some 31,414 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $75.7 million to Japan in the third quarter of the year, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
That is up 42% in volume and 27% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — the interactive version of which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US shrimp imports from Mexico halve in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,077 metric tons of shrimp from Mexico in the third quarter of 2023, down 46% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $21.7 million, also down by 42% when compared to Q3 2022 figures, as the chart below shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China rise marginally in September
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 84 metric tons of red swimming crab from China worth $1.36 million in September, up 1% in volume but down 7% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $16.23 per kilogram, also down 9% when compared to September 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Venezuelan fresh blue crab proved cheaper in Q3
The US imported some 841 metric tons of fresh blue crab from Venezuela worth $11.3 million in the third quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 16% in volume but down 17% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia rise in September
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 889 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia worth $24.1 million in September, up 26% in volume and 55% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $27.13 per kilogram, also up 24% when compared to September 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings soar y-o-y in October
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 5,896 metric tons of red shrimp in October.
That is up 40% compared to the 4,220t landed during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings dive y-o-y in October
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed six metric tons of illex squid in October.
That is down 92% compared to the 79t landed during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Vietnam soar, value drops in October
Chile exported some 2,360 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Vietnam in October, up by 55% from 1,524t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
However, the export value amounted to $ million during this period, down 26% year-on-year, as the chart below6.8 — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Canada triple in October
Chile exported some 1,474 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Canada in October, up by 200% from 490t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $11.8 million during this period, also up 90% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to South Korea drop 10% in October
Chile exported some 5,272 metric tons of fish and seafood products to South Korea in October, down by 10% from 5,890t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $12.5 million during this period, also down 27% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Japan dive in October
Chile exported some 19,810 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Japan in October, down by 21% from 25,178t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $119.9 million during this period, also down33% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to US drop in October
Chile exported some 27,540 metric tons of fish and seafood products to the US in October, down by 2% from 26,971t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $273.4 million during this period, also up 8% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Brazil soar in October
Chile exported some 14,534 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Brazil in October, up by 52% from 10,249t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $78.1 million during this period, also up 34% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Russia proved cheaper in October
Chile exported some 6,865 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Russia in October, up by 1% from 6,767t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
However, the export value amounted to $42.9 million during this period, down by 15% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Thailand dive in October
Chile exported some 919 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Thailand in October, down by 57% from 2,123t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $3.93 million during this period, also down by 66% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Peru slump in October
Chile exported some 2,294 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Peru in October, down by 77% from 3,767t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $1.94 million during this period, also down by 52% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Mexico drop 5% in October
Chile exported some 2,294 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Mexico in October, down by 5% from 2,404t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $2.1 million during this period, also down by 4% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid sales triple in September
Argentina exported some 10,507 metric tons of illex squid in October, up 221% year-on-year compared to figures from the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also rose by 249% y-o-y to $25.6 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreArgentina’s shrimp exports rise 25% in September
Argentina exported some 22,745 metric tons of shrimp in September, up 25% year-on-year compared to figures from the same period a year before.
That was according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
Read moreArgentine illex squid landings jump in Q3
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed around 52,491 metric tons of illex squid in the third quarter of the year.
That is down significantly from 68t during the same period a year before, as shown in the data available on the Undercurrent News’ supply page, where you can find an interactive version of the chart below.
Read moreArgentine red shrimp landings dive in Q3
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed some 77,988 metric tons of red shrimp in the third quarter of the year.
That is down 18% compared to the same period a year before, as the chart below — which is available in an interactive format on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports stay mostly flat in August
The US exported some 48,849 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $144 million in August, slightly up by 0.3% year-on-year in volume but down 10% in value, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average export price also fell by 9% to $2.97 per kilogram when compared to August 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock surimi sales to Japan up 22% in August
The US exported some 12,482 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $29.3 million to Japan in August, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
That is up 22% in volume and 2% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — the interactive version of which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes rise in August
The US imported some 1,943 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands in August, up 21% year-on-year compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average unit export value also rose y-o-y by 3% to $13.93 per kilogram, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Norway up 18% in August
The US imported some 5,988 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway in August, up 18% year-on-year compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average unit export value fell y-o-y by 6% to $14.75 per kilogram, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Chile rise 7% in August
The US imported some 19,466 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile in August, up 7% year-on-year compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average unit export value fell y-o-y by 8% to $11.97 per kilogram, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of scallops become more pricey in August
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,500 metric tons of scallops worth $25.5 million in August, down 11% in volume but up 13% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $17 per kilogram, also up 27% when compared to August 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia climb in August
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some1,234 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia worth $41.4 million in August, up 55% in volume and 83% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $33.34 per kilogram, also up 17% when compared to August 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of fresh blue crab from Venezuela drop as average price dive y-o-y
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 354 metric tons of fresh blue crab from Venezuela worth $8.5 million in August, up 9% in volume but down 16% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $15.05 per kilogram, down 22% when compared to August 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China dive in August
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 188 metric tons of red swimming crab from China worth $625,817 in August, down 20% in volume and 39% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $13.33 per kilogram, also down 24% when compared to August 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster to China soar in August
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 1,489 metric tons of live and fresh lobster to China worth around $26.8 million in August, up 147% in volume and 102% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average export value was $18.01 per kilogram, down 18% when compared to August 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China become less pricey in August
The US imported some 1,097 metric tons of squid from China worth $5.48 million in August, up by 1% in volume but down 15% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also fell by 16% to $4.99 per kilogram when compared to May 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp exports soar in Q2
Argentina exported some 23,404 metric tons of red shrimp in the second quarter of 2023, up 61% year-on-year compared to the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also rose by 44% y-o-y to $158.3 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid exports fall notably in Q2
Argentina exported some 22,672 metric tons of illex squid in the second quarter of 2023, down 68% year-on-year compared to the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also fell by 65% y-o-y to $52.6 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s hake exports drop 2% in Q2
Argentina exported some 25,672 metric tons of hake in the second quarter of 2023, down 2% year-on-year compared to the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also fell by 3% y-o-y to $66 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings drop 18% y-o-y in Q3
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 29,356 metric tons of red shrimp in the third quarter of 2023.
That is down 18% compared to the 36,002t landed during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings soar y-o-y in Q3
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 52,492 metric tons of illex squid in the third quarter of 2023.
That is up notably compared to the 61t landed during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of scallops fall 23% in Q2
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 5,066 metric tons of scallops in the third quarter of 2022, down 23% value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $68.2 million, also down by 27% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US fresh, live lobster exports rise y-o-y in Q2
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 1,998 metric tons worth $42.9 million of fresh, live lobster in the second quarter of the year.
That’s up by 12% and 6%, respectively, year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster to China soar y-o-y in July
The US exported some 493 metric tons of live, fresh lobster to China worth $9.54 million in July, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 68% in volume and 44% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China up 1% y-o-y in July
The US imported some 1,059 metric tons of squid from China worth $5.68 million in July, up by 1% in volume but down 8% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also fell by 9% to $5.37 per kilogram when compared to July 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada dive in July
The US imported some 7,101 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada in July, down 12% year-on-year compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, this product’s export value also fell by 7% y-o-y to $68.7 million, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from UK soar in July
The US imported some 1,180 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the UK in July, up 79% year-on-year compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, this product’s export value also rose by 92% y-o-y to $15.6 million, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes climb in July
The US imported some 1,585 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands in July, up 19% year-on-year compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, this product’s export value also rose by 19% y-o-y to $23.2m, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Norway rise in July
The US imported some 5,233 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway in July, up 2% year-on-year compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average unit export value remained mostly flat y-o-y at over $16.70 per kilogram, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets up 1% in Q2
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 19,126 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets in the second quarter of 2023, up 1% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $304.3 million, also up by 12% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of whole fresh Atlantic salmon drop in Q2
The US imported some 31,722 metric tons of whole fresh Atlantic salmon worth $324.3 million in the second quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 3% in volume and 12% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Chile become less pricey in Q2
The US imported some 56,589 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile in the second half of the year, up 6% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the export value fell by 6% y-o-y to $718.4 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada drop 7% in Q2
The US imported some 20,165 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada in the second half of the year, down 7% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also fell by 18% y-o-y to $185.3 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan rise in H1
The US exported some 26,269 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $68.3 million to Japan in the first half of 2023, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 23% in volume and 18% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US fresh, live lobster exports to China soar y-o-y in Q2
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 830 metric tons worth some $16.25 million of fresh, live lobster to China in the second quarter of the year.
That’s up by 69% and 55%, respectively, year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import volume of fresh blue crab from Venezuela stays mostly flat, value dives in Q2
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,479 metric tons of fresh blue crab from Venezuela in the second quarter of the year, mostly flat year-on-year.
However, this product’s import value was $24.1 million during this period, down 18% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China drop 6% in Q2
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 628 metric tons of red swimming crab from China in the second quarter of the year, down 6% year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s import value was $9.17 million during this perod, also down 26% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia dive in Q2
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,799 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia in the second quarter of the year, down 21% year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s import value was $71.8 million during this period, also down 43% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US shrimp imports from Indonesia down 18% in Q2
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 36,193 metric tons of shrimp from Indonesia in the second quarter of 2023, down 18% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $290.5 million, also down by 33% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below shows.
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US shrimp imports from India drop 13% in Q2
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 66,492 metric tons of shrimp from India in the second quarter of 2023, down 13% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $530.5 million, also down by 26% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below shows.
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US shrimp imports from Ecuador dive in Q2
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 47,194 metric tons of shrimp from Ecuador in the second quarter of 2023, down 11% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $325.9 million, also down by 19% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below shows.
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US shrimp imports from China down 21% in Q2
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,090 metric tons of shrimp from China in the second quarter of 2023, down 21% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $6.36 million, also down by 27% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below shows.
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US shrimp imports from Mexico drop 13% in Q2
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 3,129 metric tons of shrimp from Mexico in the second quarter of 2023, down 13% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $44.3 million, also down by 23% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below shows.
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US shrimp imports down 18% in Q2
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 180,637 metric tons of shrimp in the second quarter of 2023, down 18% value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $1.5 billion, also down by 28% when compared to Q2 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s exports of illex squid dive in June
Argentina exported some 6,025 metric tons of illex squid in June, down by 76% in volume compared to 2022 figures, according to the data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
Additionally, the total export value for this product also fell by 60% to $14.6m during this period, as the chart below — available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s exports of red shrimp soar y-o-y in June
Argentina exported some 8,606 metric tons of red shrimp in June, up by 79% in volume compared to 2022 figures, according to the data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
Additionally, the total export value for this product also increased by 57% to $56.3m during this period, as the chart below — available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock up 25% y-o-y in May
The US exported some 15,982 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $44 million in May, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 25% in volume and 24% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s hake exports rise 4% in H1
Argentina exported some 45,174 metric tons of hake in the first half of the year, up 4% year-on-year compared to the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also rose by 5% y-o-y to $119 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreUS Alaska pollock surimi sales to Japan drop y-o-y in May
The US exported some 2,840 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $8.34 million to Japan in May, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
That is down 15% in volume and 12% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — the interactive version of which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China halve in May
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 164 metric tons of red swimming crab from China worth $2.52 million in May, down 48% in volume and 56% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $15.33 per kilogram, also down 18% when compared to May 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Peru seafood sales for direct human consumption soar in May
Peru exported some 71,700 metric tons of fishery products aimed for direct human consumption in May, up 62% year-on-year from the 44,300t exported during the same period a year before, data published by Produce, the country’s ministry of production.
Additionally, the export value rose by 36% y-o-y to $177.8 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Peru seafood exports rise 18% in May
Peru exported some 83,700 metric tons of fishery products in May, up 18% year-on-year from the 71,200t exported during the same period a year before, data published by Produce, the country’s ministry of production.
Additionally, the export value rose by 17% y-o-y to $217.1 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Peru fishmeal, oil exports dive in May
Peru exported some 10,200 metric tons of fishmeal and fish oil in May, down 61% year-on-year from the 26,100t exported during Q1 2022, data published by Produce, the country’s ministry of production.
Additionally, the export value of these products fell by 34% y-o-y to $34 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Peru soar in May
Chile exported some 1,465 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Peru in May, up by 132% from 632t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $2.73 million during this period, also up by 94% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Canada rise in May
Chile exported some 1,499 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Canada in May, up by 16% from 1,287t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs
Additionally, the export value amounted to over $13 million during this period, also up by 28% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Mexico up 3% y-o-y in May
Chile exported some 1,899 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Mexico in May, up by 3% from 1,848t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $18.1 million during this period, also up by 15% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Vietnam up 4% y-o-y in May
Chile exported some 2,165 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Vietnam in May, up by 4% from 2,091t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $10.6 million during this period, also up by 44% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Thailand rise y-o-y in May
Chile exported some 2,139 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Thailand in May, up by 13% from 1,897t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to over $11.2 million during this period, also up by 18% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings rise y-o-y in June
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 14,020 metric tons of illex squid in June.
That is up 8% compared to the 13,004t landed during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings stay flat y-o-y in June
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 21,750 metric tons of red shrimp in June.
That is mostly flat compared to the 21,697t landed during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US scallop imports down 23% in May
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,659 metric tons of scallops worth $20.9 million in May, down 23% in volume and 35% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also fell by 16% to $12.61 per kilogram, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China dive y-o-y in May
The US imported some 1,121 metric tons of squid from China worth over $5.7 million in May, down by 36% in volume and 47% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also fell by 13% to $5.13 per kilogram when compared to May 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Chile drop 3% in May
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 18,665 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile worth $239.9 million in May, down 3% in volume and 14% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value was $12.85 per kilogram, down by 11% when compared to May 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from UK double in May
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,455 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the UK worth $19.7 million in May, up 102% in volume and 103% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value was $13.51 per kilogram, up by 1% when compared to May 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Norway rise in April
The US imported some 5,277 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway in April, up 7% year-on-year compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average unit export value followed the same trend and rose by 5% y-o-y to $16.13 per kilogram, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes up 15% in April
The US imported some 1,374 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands in April, up 15% year-on-year compared to the same period in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average unit export value followed the same trend and rose by 8% y-o-y to $14.64 per kilogram, according to the chart below, also available on Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Iceland dive in April
The US imported some 41 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Iceland in April, down 88% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average unit export value followed the contrary trend and rose by 24% y-o-y to $16.70 per kilogram, according to the NOAA.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada drop 9% in April
The US imported some 6,054 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada in April, down 9% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average unit export value also fell by 15% y-o-y to $9.47 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Peru fishmeal, oil exports dive in Q1
Peru exported some 430,000 metric tons of fishmeal and fish oil in the first quarter of the year, down 11% year-on-year from the 484,400t exported during Q1 2022, data published by Produce, the country’s ministry of production.
Additionally, the export value of these products fell by 6% y-o-y to $807.8 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Peru seafood exports rise 16% in Q1
Peru exported some 652,200 metric tons of fishery products in the first quarter of the year, up 16% year-on-year from the 562,700t exported during Q1 2022, data published by Produce, the country’s ministry of production.
Additionally, the export value rose by 13% y-o-y to $1.35 billion, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings rise 8% in May
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 6,421 metric tons of red shrimp in May.
That is up 8% from 5,931t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings dive notably in May
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 11,243 metric tons of illex squid in May.
That is down 68% from 35,262t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US scallop imports down 25% in April
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,750 metric tons of scallops worth $23.6 million in April, down 25% in volume and 29% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also fell by 4% to $13.46 per kilogram, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster to China soar y-o-y in April
The US exported some 161 metric tons of live, fresh lobster to China worth $3.3 million in April, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 267% in volume and 224% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China halve y-o-y in April
The US imported some 808 metric tons of squid from China worth over $4.1 million in April, down by 49% in volume and 55% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also fell by 12% to $5.08 per kilogram when compared to April 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh blue crab from Venezuela drop over 40% in Q1
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 505 metric tons of fresh blue crab from Venezuela in the first quarter of the year, down 42% year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s import value was $9.4 million during this period, also down 57% when compared to Q1 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia drop in Q1
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,567 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia in the first quarter of the year, down 34% year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s import value was $53.5 million during this perod, also down 63% when compared to Q1 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China dive notably in Q1
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 476 metric tons of red swimming crab from China in the first quarter of the year, down 60% year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s import value was $6.5 million during this perod, also down 75% when compared to Q1 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s exports of hake halve y-o-y in April
Argentina exported some 4,267 metric tons of hake in April, down by 51% in volume compared to 2022 figures, according to the data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
Additionally, the total export value for this product also fell by 46% to $11.2m, a new historic low, during this period, as the chart below — available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s exports of red shrimp rose y-o-y in April
Argentina exported some 6,613 metric tons of red shrimp in April, up by 19% in volume compared to 2022 figures, according to the data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
Additionally, the total export value for this product also increased by 11% to $47m during this period, as the chart below — available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s exports of illex squid slump y-o-y in April
Argentina exported some 7,519 metric tons of illex squid in April, down by 69% in volume compared to 2022 figures, according to the data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
Additionally, the total export value for this product also fell by 66% to $51.3m during this period, as the chart below — available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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US shrimp imports from Mexico dive in Q1
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 5,195 metric tons of shrimp from Mexico in the first quarter of 2023, down 19% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $22.3 million, also down by 77% when compared to Q1 2022 figures, as the chart below shows.
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US shrimp imports from China drop 39% in Q1
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,027 metric tons of shrimp from China in the first quarter of 2023, down 39% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $5.56 million, also down by 40% when compared to Q1 2022 figures, as the chart below shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to China climb in April
Chile exported some 21,187 metric tons of fish and seafood products to China in April, up by 49% from 14,235t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to some $62.5 million during this period, also up by 58% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Brazil drop 11% in April
Chile exported some 11,322 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Brazil in April, down by 11% from 12,733t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to some $82.3 million during this period, also down by 9% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to South Korea up 2% in April
Chile exported some 5,599 metric tons of fish and seafood products to South Korea in April, up by 2% from 5,491t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to some $15.8 million during this period, also up by26% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Japan fall 30% in April
Chile exported some 8,005 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Japan in April, down by 30% from 11,381t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to some $44.9 million during this period, also down by 39% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to US drop y-o-y in April
Chile exported some 23,353 metric tons of fish and seafood products to the US in April, down by 15% from 27,734t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to over $235 million during this period, also down by 17% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Russia soar y-o-y in April
Chile exported some 5,011 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Russia in April, up by 519% from 810t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $28.2 million during this period, also up by 476% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Vietnam dive y-o-y in April
Chile exported some 2,333 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Vietnam in April, down by 29% from 3,268t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $9.12 million during this period, also down by 19% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chile seafood exports to Mexico fall 10% as value soars in April
Chile exported some 1,997 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Mexico in April, down by 10% from 2,219t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Conversely, the export value amounted to over $22.8m during this period, up by 30% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Peru down 56% y-o-y in April
Chile exported some 365 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Peru in April, down by 56% from 823t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to over $903,000 during this period, also down by 37% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Thailand halve y-o-y in April
Chile exported some 1,640 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Thailand in April, down by 54% from 3,542t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $8.78 million during this period, also down by 51% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings drop 85% y-o-y in April
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 1,271 metric tons of red shrimp in April.
That is down by 85% from 8,374t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings slump y-o-y in April
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 7,520 metric tons of illex squid in April.
That is down 80% from 36,384t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from UK soar in Q1
The US imported some 3,880 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the UK in the first quarter of the year, up 242% year-on-year from the 1,134t imported during Q1 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value rose by 275% y-o-y to $50.3 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes drop in Q1
The US imported some 4,255 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands in the first quarter of the year, down 3% year-on-year from the 4,381t imported during Q1 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Conversely, the export value rose by 9% y-o-y to $58.7 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Chilean Atlantic salmon up 12% in Q1
The US imported some 61,070 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile worth $788.5 million in the first quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 12% in volume and 7% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Norwegian Atlantic salmon increase in Q1
The US imported some 20,278 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway worth $323.6 million in the first quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 24% in volume and 39% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China slump y-o-y in Q1
The US imported some 2,707 metric tons of squid from China in the first quarter of the year, down by 60% year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, this product’s import value also fell by 63% to $14.9 million when compared to Q1 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US shrimp imports drop 18% in Q1
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 180,904 metric tons of shrimp in the first quarter of 2023, down 18% value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $1.5 billion, also down by 29% when compared to Q1 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood export value to US nearly doubles in Q1
Chile exported some 84,702 metric tons of fish and seafood products to the US in the first quarter of 2023, up by 7% from 79,247t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
However, the export value amounted to $817.2 million during this period, up by 89% year-on-year from $433.8m, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Canada drop 10% in Q1
Chile exported some 2,550 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Canada in the first quarter of 2023, down by 10% from 2,841t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
However, the export value amounted to $22.5 million during this period, up by 3% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Russia soar in Q1
Chile exported some 16,626 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Russia in the first quarter of 2023, up by 60% from 10,370t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $93 million during this period, also up by 60% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Peru double in Q1
Chile exported some 3,242 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Peru in the first quarter of 2023, up by 113% from1,520t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $5.3 million during this period, also up by 47% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Thailand drop 15% in Q1
Chile exported some 6,227 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Thailand in the first quarter of 2023, down by 15% from 7,278t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $36.8 million during this period, also down by 32% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean seafood exports to Mexico rise notably in Q1
Chile exported some 8,737 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Mexico in the first quarter of 2023, up by 46% from 6,136t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $71.5 million during this period, also up by 41% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada halve in February
The US imported some 3,134 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada in February, down 48% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average unit export value also fell by 6% y-o-y to $9.47 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Norway rise in February
The US imported some 6,570 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway in February, up 29% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average unit export value rose by 8% y-o-y to $15.69 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes drop in February
The US imported some 1,301 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands in February, down 2% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Conversely, the average unit export value rose by 7% y-o-y to $13.20 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China dive y-o-y in February
The US imported some 817 metric tons of squid from China worth over $4.81 million in February, down by 70% in volume and 71% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also fell by 4% to $5.89 per kilogram when compared to February 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster to China double y-o-y in February
The US exported some 448 metric tons of live, fresh lobster to China worth $9 million in February, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 93% in volume and 68% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s shrimp exports increase y-o-y in February
Argentina exported some 15,025 metric tons of shrimp in February, up 37% year-on-year compared to figures from the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also rose by 36% y-o-y to around $106.3 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreChilean seafood export value to Vietnam skyrockets in February
Chile exported some 3,180 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Vietnam in February, up 23% from 2,585t in the same period a year before, according to data published by Chilean customs.
Export value soared to $18.5 million during this period, up 95% year-on-year and the highest since 2019 at least, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreChilean seafood exports to Mexico rise 60% in February
Chile exported some 2,524 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Mexico in February, up by 60% from 1,579t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to $19.9 million during this period, up by 35% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEastern Pacific tuna landings rise marginally in 2022
According to data published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of Eastern Pacific tuna rose marginally, by 0.2% year-on-year, to a total of 648,707 metric tons in 2022.
Landings of yellowfin, black skipjack and Pacific bluefin tuna increased y-o-y by 14%, 38% and 6%, respectively, to 286,449t, 5,586t, and 3,194t, compared with figures from the previous year.
Read moreArgentina’s hake exports rise by over 10% in February
Argentina exported some 6,514 metric tons of hake in February, up 20% year-on-year compared to the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also rose by 14% y-o-y to $15.2 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreChilean fish, seafood exports to Peru soar in February
Chile exported some 827 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Peru in February, up by 478% from 143t in the same period a year before, according to data published by Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to over $1.15 million during this period, also up by 65% from $698,159 in February 2022, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Canada dive in February
Chile exported some 745 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Canada in February, down by 24% from 985t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs
However, the export value amounted to $7.3 million during this period, up by 18% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Thailand up 24% in February
Chile exported some 1,664 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Thailand in February, up by 24% from 1,344t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to over $9.7 million during this period, also up by 43% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings soar y-o-y in March
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 7,903 metric tons of red shrimp in March.
That is up by 67% from 4,719t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings dive y-o-y in March
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 22,189 metric tons of illex squid in March.
That is down 33% from 33,067t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia drop in January
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 841 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia worth $17.6 million in January, down 33% in volume and 63% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $21.17 per kilogram, also down 43% when compared to January 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China halve in January
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 263 metric tons of red swimming crab from China worth $4 million in January, down 42% in volume and 57% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $15.18 per kilogram, also down 32% when compared to January 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster climb in January
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 1,754 metric tons of live and fresh lobster worth $36.6 million in January, up 65% in volume and 63% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average export value was $20.86 per kilogram, down over 1% when compared to January 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster to China soar y-o-y in January
The US exported some 1,076 metric tons of live, fresh lobster to China worth $22 million in January, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 76% in volume and 80% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US scallop imports dive in January
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,108 metric tons of scallops worth $37.9 million in January, down 40% in volume but up 29% in value year-on-year.
Conversely, this product’s average import value rose by 21% to $17.96 per kilogram, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China halve y-o-y in January
The US imported some 1,120 metric tons of squid from China worth over $6.3 million in January, down by 45% in volume and 43% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average unit price also rose by 4% to $5.65 per kilogram when compared to January 2022 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports dive y-o-y in January
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 4,529 metric tons of squid worth $30.46 million in January, down 35% in volume and 34% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value rose by 2% to $6.73 per kilogram, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings halve y-o-y in February
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 21,462 metric tons of illex squid in February.
That is up down 49% from 42,070t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings soar y-o-y in February
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 16,001 metric tons of red shrimp in February.
That is up by 59% from 10,074t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan fall in 2022
The US exported some 48,718 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $133.4 million to Japan in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 13% in volume and 8% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US export volume of Alaska pollock drops 12% in 2022
The US exported some 273,660 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $884.6 million in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 12% in volume and 2% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of chum salmon slump in 2022
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 33,918 metric tons of chum salmon in 2022, down 86% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $99.4 million, also down by 98% when compared to 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of coho salmon drop over 40% in 2022
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 3,062 metric tons of coho salmon in 2022, down 42% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $15.7 million, also down by 33% when compared to 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon dive in 2022
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 60,824 metric tons of pink salmon in 2022, down 28% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $245.99 million, also down by 14% when compared to 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon rise 23% in 2022
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 58,317 metric tons of sockeye salmon in 2022, up 23% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $505.2 million, also up by 23% when compared to 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster to China dive in 2022
The US exported some 4,872 metric tons of live, fresh lobster to China worth $104.2 million in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 22% in volume and 2% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia down 15% in 2022
The US imported some 11,495 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia worth $368.5 million in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 15% in volume and 13% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh blue crab from Venezuela climb in 2022
The US imported some 3,675 metric tons of fresh blue crab from Venezuela worth $75.6 million in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 38% in volume and 21% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China dive in 2022
The US imported some 2,864 metric tons of red swimming crab from China worth $54.1 million in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 14% in volume and 9% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes rise in 2022
The US imported some 18,307 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands in 2022, up 12% year-on-year from the 14,242t imported during 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also rose by 37% y-o-y to $240.9 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from UK halve in 2022
The US imported some 6,604 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the UK in 2022, down 54% year-on-year from the 14,242t imported during 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also fell by 44% y-o-y to $76.4 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada drop 15% in 2022
The US imported some 74,600 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada in 2022, down 15% year-on-year from the 87,637t imported during 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the export value rose by 1% y-o-y to $721 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile climb in 2022
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 54,797 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile in 2022, up 17% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $762.8 million, also up by 42% when compared to 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile up 1% in 2022
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 145,670 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile in 2022, up 1% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $1.94 billion, also up by 13% when compared to 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Chile rise 5% in 2022
The US imported some 218,944 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile worth $2.87 billion in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 5% in volume and 20% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import of scallops drops marginally in 2022
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 24,967 metric tons of scallops in 2022, down 1% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $320.4 million, also down by 1% when compared to 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports prove pricey as it spends 19% more in 2022
The US imported some 70,576 metric tons of squid worth $458.9m million in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is mostly flat in volume — compared to the 70,288t exported during 2021 — but up 19% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of squid from China dive in 2022
The US imported some 18,187 metric tons of squid from China worth $105.5m million in 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 25% in volume and 13% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US shrimp imports fall slightly in 2022
The US imported some 841,634 metric tons of shrimp worth $7.83 billion in 2022, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
That is a 6% decline in volume and a 2% drop in value compared to 896,686t worth $8.02bn exported a year before, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid exports climb in 2022
Argentina exported some 146,645 metric tons of illex squid in 2022, up 21.3% year-on-year compared to 2021, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
Additionally, the total export value during the year also rose by 26.4% y-o-y to $314.8 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp exports dive in 2022
Argentina exported some 135,777 metric tons of red shrimp in 2022, down 18% year-on-year compared to 2021, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
Additionally, the total export value during the year also fell by 21.2% y-o-y to $943.7 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s hake exports drop, value rises in 2022
Argentina exported some 101,724 metric tons of hake in 2022, down 8.3% year-on-year compared to 2021, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year, however, rose by 3.7% y-o-y to $268.5 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to China rise in 2022
Chile exported some 191,656 metric tons of fish and seafood products to China in 2022, up by 30% from 146,940t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Conversely, the export value amounted to over $583 million during this period, up by 61% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood export volume to Brazil falls, value rises in 2022
Chile exported some 128,618 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Brazil in 2022, down by 2% from 130,678t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Conversely, the export value amounted to over $825.4 million during this period, up by 22% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Mexico climb in 2022
Chile exported some 26,979 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Mexico in 2022, up by 35% from 19,934t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to over $215 million during this period, up by 44% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Japan up 4% in 2022
Chile exported some 205,925 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Japan in 2022, up by 4% from 198,699t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to over $1.39 billion during this period, up by 19% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to US rise in 2022
Chile exported some 325,189 metric tons of fish and seafood products to the US in 2022, up by 6% from 305,532t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to over $3.14 billion during this period, up by 26% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to South Korea increase in 2022
Chile exported some 63,160 metric tons of fish and seafood products to South Korea in 2022, up by 13% from 55,803t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
Additionally, the export value amounted to over $179 million during this period, up by 61% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Canada drop 10%, value rises in 2022
Chile exported some 12,406 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Canada in 2022, down by 10% from 13,804t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
However, the export value amounted to over $106.7 million during this period, up by 41% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Russia drop 30% in 2022
Chile exported some 49,662 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Russia in 2022, down by 30% from 70,133t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $310.2 million during this period, also down by 8% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Thailand rise in 2022
Chile exported some 25,107 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Thailand in 2022, up by 13% from 22,134t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $129.6 million during this period, also up by 60% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Vietnam climb in 2022
Chile exported some 31,242 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Vietnam in 2022, up by 67% from 18,670t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $101.1 million during this period, also up by 52% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Peru drop 30% in 2022
Chile exported some 18,414 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Peru in 2022, down by 30% from 26,421t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $28.2 million during this period, also down by 15% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid exports rise y-o-y in October
Argentina exported some 1,590 metric tons of illex squid in October, up 34% year-on-year compared to figures from the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also rose by 50% y-o-y to around $2.64 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s shrimp exports drop y-o-y in October
Argentina exported some 14,605 metric tons of shrimp in October, down 27% year-on-year compared to figures from the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also fell by 38% y-o-y to around $95.3 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China dive in November
The US imported some 1,064 metric tons of squid from China worth $5.8 million in November, down by 45% in volume and 46% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also dropped by 1% to $5.47 per kilogram when compared to November 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports drop y-o-y in November
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 5,098 metric tons of squid worth $32 million in November, down 22% in volume and 3% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value rose by 24% to $6.27 per kilogram, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock surimi sales to Japan drop y-o-y in November
The US exported some 666 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $2.08 million to Japan in November, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 82% in volume and 81% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock dive y-o-y in November
The US exported some 5,641 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $17.4 million in November, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 67% in volume and 64% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s hake exports flat y-o-y in October
Argentina exported some 10,679 metric tons of hake in October, mostly flat year-on-year compared to figures from the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year, however, rose by 14% y-o-y to around $28.9 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings dive y-o-y in November
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 8,734 metric tons of red shrimp in November.
That is down by 18% from 10,711t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings soar y-o-y in November
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 560 metric tons of illex squid in November, up 79% compared to the same period the previous year.
In total, the fleet landed around 163,960t of squid between January and November, also up by 26% compared to the same period last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from UK rise in October
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 784 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the UK worth $7.6 million in October, up 30% in volume and 24% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value was $9.69 per kilogram, down by 5% when compared to October 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes up 9% in October
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,641 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands worth $19.6 million in October, up 9% in volume and 19% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value was $11.93 per kilogram, also up by 9% when compared to October 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops dive y-o-y in October
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,221 metric tons of scallops worth $20.9 million in October, down 44% in volume and 33% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value was $17.12 per kilogram, up by 19% when compared to October 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon up 4% in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 39,513 metric tons of pink salmon in the third quarter of 2022, up 4% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $149.6 million, also up by 12% when compared to Q3 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of chum salmon climb in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 19,195 metric tons of chum salmon in the third quarter of 2022, up 68% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $64.3 million, also up by 109% when compared to Q3 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon rise 25% in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 39,517 metric tons of sockeye salmon in the third quarter of 2022, up 25% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $307.5 million, also up by 18% when compared to Q3 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of coho salmon halve in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 830 metric tons of coho salmon in the third quarter of 2022, down 58% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $3.74 million, also down by 51% when compared to Q3 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets up 25% in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 12,951 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets in the third quarter of 2022, up 25% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $184.8 million, also up by 46% when compared to Q3 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets rise in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 36,355 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets in the third quarter of 2022, up 3% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $471.1 million, also up by 8% when compared to Q3 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports dive y-o-y in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 15,838 metric tons of squid in the third quarter of 2022, down 24% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value also fell by 9% y-o-y to $101.7 million, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings drop y-o-y in October
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 4,204 metric tons of red shrimp in October.
That is down by 33% from 6,298t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings up 30% y-o-y in October
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed 79 metric tons of illex squid in October, up 30% compared to the same period the previous year.
In total, the fleet landed around 164,000t of squid between January and October, also up by 25% compared to the same period last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan rise in Q3
The US exported some 22,073 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $59.7 million to Japan in the third quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 6% in volume and 11% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US export volume of Alaska pollock drops 14%, value rises in Q3
The US exported some 107,253 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $350.8 million in the third quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 14% in volume but up 4% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster to China drop 15%, value rises in Q3
The US exported some 1,464 metric tons of live, fresh lobster to China worth $32.5 million in the third quarter of 2022, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 15% in volume but up 10% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster fall in Q3
The US exported some 13,528 metric tons of live, fresh lobster worth $174.1 million in the third quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 23% in volume and 44% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of squid from China dive y-o-y in September
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 823 metric tons of squid from China worth $4.48 million in September, down63% in volume and 62% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value was $5.44 per kilogram, up by 4% when compared to September 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops fall 18% in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 4,590 metric tons of scallops in the third quarter of 2022, down 18% value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $64.8 million, also down by 13% when compared to Q3 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US shrimp imports drop 15% in Q3
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 204,770 metric tons of shrimp in the third quarter of 2022, down 15% value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s import value was $1.88 billion, also down by 13% when compared to Q3 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp exports dive y-o-y in September
Argentina exported some 18,143 metric tons of red shrimp in September, down 23.3% year-on-year compared to the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also fell by 28.9% y-o-y to around $126.3 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s squid exports climb y-o-y in September
Argentina exported some 3,273 metric tons of squid in September, up 30.5% year-on-year compared to the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also rose by 33.9% y-o-y to around $7.3 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s hake exports drop 23% y-o-y in September
Argentina exported some 8,124 metric tons of hake in September, down 23.1% year-on-year compared to the same period a year before, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also fell by 4.4% y-o-y to around $23.9 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes climb y-o-y in September
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,782 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands worth $21.9 million in September, up 82% in volume and 33% in value year-on-year.
This product’s average import value was $12.26 per kilogram, also up by 6% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Chile rise y-o-y in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 18,126 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile worth $236.9 million in August, up 11% in volume and 14% in value year-on-year.
This product’s average import value was $13.07 per kilogram, also up by 3% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada flat, value down y-o-y in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 7,229 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada worth $63.9 million in August, mostly flat in volume but down 3% in value year-on-year.
This product’s average import value was $8.84 per kilogram, down by 2% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets climb in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 16,155 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets worth $221 million in August, up 28% in volume and 55% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value was $15.86 per kilogram, also up by 21% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets show slight drop in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 16,155 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets worth $221 million in August, down 1% in volume but up 1% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value was $13.68 per kilogram, also up by 3% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon up 5% y-o-y in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 34,984 metric tons of Atlantic salmon worth $35.6 million in August, up 5% in volume and 13% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value was $12.64 per kilogram, also up by 8% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of chum salmon rise y-o-y in August
The US exported some 6,183 metric tons of chum salmon worth $19.8 million in August, up 31% in volume and 52% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
The average export value also increased by 16% y-o-y to $3.2 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US export volume of coho salmon drops, value climbs y-o-y in August
The US exported some 272 metric tons of coho salmon worth $1.4 million in August, down 11% in volume but up 46% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
The average export value also increased by 61% y-o-y to $5.03 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon fall y-o-y in August
The US exported some 11,917 metric tons of pink salmon worth $45.7 million in August, down 19% in volume and 6% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased by 9% y-o-y to $3.83 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon climb y-o-y in August
The US exported some 14,837 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $121.1 million in August, up 60% in volume and 55% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average export value also increased by 4% y-o-y to $8.16 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US export volume of Alaska pollock drops, value rises y-o-y in August
The US exported some 48,670 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $159.2 million in August, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 8% in volume but up 32% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US total imports of squid fall y-o-y in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 5,358 metric tons of squid worth $35.6 million in August, down 31% in volume and 11% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value was $6.64 per kilogram, up by 28% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of squid from China halve y-o-y in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,084 metric tons of squid from China worth $6.5 million in August, down 55% in volume and 45% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value was $5.96 per kilogram, up by 19% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops drop 20% y-o-y in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,691 metric tons of scallops worth $22.5 million in August, down 20% in volume and 18% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value was $13.34 per kilogram, up by 2% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan climb y-o-y in August
The US exported some 10,263 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $28.8 million to Japan in July, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 38% in volume and 46% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Norway rise y-o-y in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 5,092 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway worth $79.6 million in August, up 9% in volume and 30% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $15.62 per kilogram, also up by 20% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes soar y-o-y in August
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,609 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands worth $21.6 million in August, up 65% in volume and 92% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $13.43 per kilogram, also up by 17% when compared to August 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings drop y-o-y in September
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed eight metric tons of illex squid in September, down 22% compared to the same period the previous year.
In total, the fleet landed over 163,000t of squid between January and September, up, however, by 25% compared to the same period last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings fall y-o-y in September
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 20,478 metric tons of red shrimp in September.
That is down by 6% from 21,693t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of fresh blue crab from Venezuela double in H1
The US imported some 2,368 metric tons of fresh blue crab from Venezuela worth $51.2 million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 92% in volume and 57% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia up 30% in H1
The US imported some 7,394 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia worth $270.7 million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 30% in volume and 81% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China rise in H1
The US imported some 1,843 metric tons of red swimming crab from China worth $38.9 million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 45% in volume and 107% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile rise y-o-y in July
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 12,732 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile worth $171.9 million in July, up 6% in volume and 10% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $13.50 per kilogram, also up by 4% when compared to July 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Chile up y-o-y in July
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 17,480 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile worth $235 million in July, up 7% in volume and 14% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $13.44 per kilogram, also up by 7% when compared to July 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada rise, average value drops in July
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 8,115 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada worth $73.9 million in July, up 6% in volume and 1% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value was $9.10 per kilogram, down by 5% when compared to July 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets up slightly in July
The US imported some 6,174 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets worth $99.2 million in July, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 1% in volume and 28% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets flat y-o-y in July
The US imported some 16,709 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets worth $236 million in July, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is flat in volume but up 7% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of whole fresh Atlantic salmon flat y-o-y in July
The US imported some 11,407 metric tons of whole fresh Atlantic salmon worth $111.06 million in July, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is mostly flat in volume but up 3% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan climb y-o-y in July
The US exported some 9,434 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $24 million to Japan in July, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 59% in volume and 58% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp landings drop y-o-y in August
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 37,238 metric tons of red shrimp in August, down 3% from 38,429t during the same period the previous year.
In total, the fleet landed some 146,043t of shrimp between January and August, also down 8% compared to the same period last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock soar y-o-y in July
The US exported some 40,919 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $137.1 million in July, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 46% in volume and 68% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster to China drop y-o-y in July
The US exported some 293 metric tons of live, fresh lobster to China worth $6.6 million in July, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 37% in volume and 17% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster dive in H1
The US exported some 3,726 metric tons of live, fresh lobster worth $85.1 million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 37% in volume and 20% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of squid climb in H1
The US imported some 39,309 metric tons of squid worth $260.5 million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 37% in volume and 65% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of squid from China soars in H1
The US imported some 11,944 metric tons of squid from China worth $71.2m million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 11% in volume and 43% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops rise 23% in H1
The US imported some 16,038 metric tons of scallops worth $236.3m million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 23% in volume and 58% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to South Korea drop 12%, value rises notably in H1
Chile exported some 28,087 metric tons of fish and seafood products to South Korea in the first half of the year, down by 12% from 31,898t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $77.8 million during this period, up, however, by 35% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chile exported some 19,000 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Vietnam in the first half of the year, up by 56% from 12,165t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $63.2 million during this period, also up by 40% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Thailand rise 19% in H1
Chile exported some 16,199 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Thailand in the first half of the year, up by 19% from 13,593t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $79.5 million during this period, also up by 74% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Peru halve in H1
Chile exported some 4,494 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Peru in the first half of the year, down by 49% from 8,857t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $9.7 million during this period, also down by 10% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Mexico up 51% in H1
Chile exported some 15,325 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Mexico in the first half of the year, up by 51% from 10,182t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $121.5 million during this period, also up by 72% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Russia halve in H1
Chile exported some 14,522 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Russia in the first half of the year, down by 58% from 35,276t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $94.5 million during this period, down by 35% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam soar in H1
The US imported some 75,549 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $313.3 million in the first half of the year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
That is up 40% in volume and119% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from UK halve in H1
The US imported some 3,262 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the UK in the first half of 2022, down 57% year-on-year from the 7,650t imported during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also dropped by 42% y-o-y to $41.2 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes rise 15% in H1
The US imported some 8,653 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands in the first half of 2022, up 15% year-on-year from the 3,542t imported during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also rose by 55% y-o-y to $119.1 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon up 50% in H1
The US exported some 9,257 metric tons of sockeye salmon in the first half of 2022, up 50% year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also rose by 128% y-o-y to $82.6m, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon double y-o-y in H1
The US exported some 10,871 metric tons of pink salmon in the first half of 2022, up 96% year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also rose by 73% y-o-y to $52.7m, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Norwegian Atlantic salmon increase in H1
The US imported some 29,948 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway worth $446.8 million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 14% in volume and 26% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreUS imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile rise 15% in H1
The US imported some 26,395 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile worth $356 million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 15% in volume and 51% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreUS exports of coho salmon nearly triple y-o-y in Q1
The US exported some 948 metric tons of coho salmon in the first half of 2022, down 270% year-on-year from 235t during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also rose by 223% y-o-y to $4.1m, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreArgentina’s red shrimp landings fall in H1
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 71,066 metric tons of red shrimp in the first half of 2022.
That is down 7% from 76,669t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — an interactive version of which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
Read moreArgentina’s illex squid landings climb 26% y-o-y in H1
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed some 163,260 metric tons of illex squid in the first half of the year.
That is up 26% from 130,071t during the same period the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News‘ supply page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile drop 2%, value climbs in H1
The US imported some 71,675 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile worth $1.04 billion in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is down 2% in volume but up 19% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Brazil’s aquaculture imports drop for first time since Q2 2020
With the exception of a drop in imports seen in the second quarter of 2020, likely caused by the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, Brazilian imports of aquaculture products have been increasing steadily.
However, imports fell for the first time since the beginning of the pandemic in Q2 to 22,729 metric tons worth $202.7 million.
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US imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets up 7% in H1
The US imported some 40,634 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets worth $570.4 million in the first half of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 7% in volume and 31% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets doubles y-o-y in H1
The US imported some 97,831 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets worth $2.32 billion in the first quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 1% in volume only but 102% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US fresh, live lobster exports to China drop y-o-y in H1
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 1,447 metric tons worth some $30.5 million of fresh, live lobster to China in the first half of the year.
That’s down by 41% and 25%, respectively, year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen tilapia fillets climb y-o-y in H1
The US imported some 52,739 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets mainly from China worth $220.4 million in the first quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 22% in volume and 69% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports dive in H1
The US exported some 136,353 metric tons of Alaska pollock during the first half of 2022, down 22% year-on-year, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the export value also fell by 16% to $442.8 million when compared to the same period of 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports soar in May
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 6,325 metric tons of squid worth $41.9 million in May, up 38% in volume and 49% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also rose by 18% to $6.62 per kilogram, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US scallop import volume drops as value rises in May
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,146 metric tons of scallops worth $32.2 million in May, down 11% in volume but up 15% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also rose by 30% to $14.99 per kilogram, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan halve in May
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 3,324 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $9.5 million in May, down 49% in volume and 48% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average export value was $2.86 per kilogram, up 2% when compared to May 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China drop, value rises in May
The US imported some 1,795 metric tons of squid from China worth $10.65 million in May, down by 4% in volume but up 18% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also rose by 23% to $5.93 per kilogram when compared to May 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Ecuadorian skipjack tuna rise y-o-y in Q1
The EU imported some 11,091 metric tons of processed Ecuadorian skipjack tuna —in vegetable oil, whole or in pieces — during the first quarter of 2021, up 37% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €45.8 million ($46.7m), also up 55% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen yellowfin tuna from Philippines climb in Q1
The EU imported some 4,138 metric tons of frozen yellowfin tuna from the Philippines in the first quarter of 2022, up 65% compared to the same period the previous year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose to €23.3 million ($23.6m) in Q1 2022, up by 76% from €13.2m in Q1 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen mackerel fillets from Iceland rise over 30% in Q1
The EU imported some 4,231 metric tons of frozen mackerel fillets from Iceland in the first quarter of 2022, up 31% compared to the same period the previous year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose to €10.36 million ($10.57m) in Q1 2022, up by 26% from €8.21m in Q1 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled saithe from Norway drop, value rises in Q1
The EU imported some 5,003 metric tons of fresh, chilled saithe from Norway in the first quarter of 2022, down 14% compared to the same period the previous year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import value rose to €10.13 million ($10.35m) in Q1 2022, up by 10% from €9.23m in Q1 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen tilapia fillets from China soar in Q1
The EU imported some 3,186 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets from China in the first quarter of 2022, up 64% compared to the same period the previous year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose significantly to €12.3 million ($12.6m) in Q1 2022, up by 178% from €4.43m in Q1 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU import volume of fresh, chilled Atlantic salmon from Norway drops, value soars in Q1
The EU imported some 171,995 metric tons of fresh, chilled Atlantic salmon from Norway in the first quarter of 2022, down 9% compared to the same period the previous year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import value rose significantly to €1.37 billion ($1.4bn) in Q1 2022, up by 33% from €1.03bn in Q1 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen shrimp from Ecuador rise 13% in Q1
The EU imported some 35,012 metric tons of frozen shrimp from Ecuador in the first quarter of 2022, up 13% compared to the same period the previous year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose significantly to €214.1 million ($244.4m) in Q1 2022, up by 40% from €153.3m in Q1 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen squid from Falklands climb in Q1
The EU imported some 12,253 metric tons of frozen squid from the Falkland Islands in the first quarter of 2022, up from almost none during the same period the previous year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose significantly to €26.6 million ($26.66m) in Q1 2022 from €268,000 in Q1 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen squid from China soar in Q1
The EU imported some 4,526 metric tons of frozen squid from China in the first quarter of 2022, up 86% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose by 110% y-o-y to €19.85 million ($19.87m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen mussels from New Zealand double in Q1
The EU imported some 1,238 metric tons of frozen mussels from New Zealand in the first quarter of 2022, up 109% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose by 131% y-o-y to €7.07 million ($7.09m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen cuttlefish from Morocco rise in Q1
The EU imported some 6,654 metric tons of frozen cuttlefish from Morocco in the first quarter of 2022, up 7% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose by 46% y-o-y to €34.4 million ($34.45m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled seabream from Turkey up 4% in Q1
The EU imported some 11,600 metric tons of fresh and chilled seabream from Turkey in the first quarter of 2022, up 4% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose by 25% y-o-y to €50.3 million ($50.9m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled seabass from Turkey rise in Q1
The EU imported some 5,933 metric tons of fresh and chilled seabass from Turkey in the first quarter of 2022, up 16% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose by 48% y-o-y to €31.9 million ($32.7m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled Norwegian salmon dive in Q1
The EU imported some 172,004 metric tons of fresh and chilled salmon from Norway in the first quarter of 2022, down 9% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also fell by 5% y-o-y to €971.5 million ($1.01bn) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen sardines from Morocco see slight rise in Q1
The EU imported some 6,713 metric tons of frozen sardines from Morocco in the first quarter of 2022, up 2% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose by 9% y-o-y to €5.28 million ($5.51m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Norwegian frozen herring increase in Q1
The EU imported some 5,887 metric tons of frozen herring from Norway in the first quarter of 2022, up 17% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose by 30% y-o-y to €6.17 million ($6.45m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen mackerel fillets from Iceland rise in Q1
The EU imported some 4,231 metric tons of frozen mackerel fillets from Iceland in the first quarter of 2022, up 31% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose by 27% y-o-y to €10.4 million ($10.88m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Chinese frozen Alaska pollock fillets halve in Q1
The EU imported some 29,917 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock fillets from China during the first quarter of the year, down by 55% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The import value of this product, however, rose y-o-y by 2% to €95.1 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import price from China drops after hitting record high in March
The US imported some 1,582 metric tons of squid from China worth $9.2 million in April, up by 86% in volume and 149% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also rose by 32% y-o-y to $5.80 per kilogram when compared to April 2021 figures.
Read moreUS squid import volume, value soar in April
The US imported some 5,719 metric tons of squid worth $38.5 million in April, up 72% in volume and 96% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also rose by 14% y-o-y to $6.73 per kilogram in this period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
US scallop imports climb year-on-year in April
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,348 metric tons of scallops worth $33.1 million in April, up 55% and 87%, respectively, year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also rose by 20% to $14.08 per kilogram, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to China soar in May
Chile exported some 23,261 metric tons of fish and seafood products to China in May, up by 58% from 14,734t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $52.6 million during this period, up by 78% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to US increase in May
Chile exported some 26,150 metric tons of fish and seafood products to the US in May, up by 8% from 24,224t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $284.9million during this period, up by 48% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Brazil drop, value rises in May
Chile exported some 9,989 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Brazil in May, down by 15% from 11,798t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $74.7 million during this period, up, however, by 9% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Thailand rise in May
Chile exported some 1,897 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Thailand in May, up by 13% from 1,675t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $9.5 million during this period, also up by 65% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings climb y-o-y in May
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 34,916 metric tons of illex squid in May, up 166% from 13,138t during the same period the previous year.
In total, the fleet landed some 150,000t of squid between January and May, also up 30% compared to the same period last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings dive in May
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed some 5,886 metric tons of red shrimp in May, down 29% compared to the same period a year before.
In total, Argentine shrimp landings between January and May totaled around 50,000t, also down by 3% compared to the same period a year before, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports dive in April
The US exported some 29,458 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $89 million in April, down 41% year-on-year in volume and 39% in value, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average export price rose by 3% to $3.02 per kilogram when compared to April 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from UK halve in Q1
The US imported some 1,134 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the UK in the first quarter of 2022, down 60% year-on-year from the 2,846t imported during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also fell by 44% y-o-y to $13.4 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Norway rise 27% in Q1
The US imported some 16,230 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway in the first quarter of 2022, up 27% year-on-year from the 3,542t imported during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also rose by 35% y-o-y to $234.8 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes up 24% in Q1
The US imported some 4,381 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands in the first quarter of 2022, up 24% year-on-year from the 3,542t imported during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also rose by 60% y-o-y to $54 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of Chile fresh Atlantic salmon fillets rises 21% in first quarter
The US imported some 35,226 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile in the first quarter of 2022, down 8% year-on-year from the 38,161t imported during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the export value rose by 21% y-o-y to $501.5 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of Atlantic salmon from Canada rise 30% in Q1
The US imported some 18,800 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada in the first quarter of 2022, down 8% year-on-year from the 20,359t imported during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the export value rose by 30% y-o-y to $188.4 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Chilean Atlantic salmon drop, as value climbs in Q1
The US imported some 54,471 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile in the first quarter of 2022, down 2% year-on-year from the 55,347t imported during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the export value also rose by 30% y-o-y to $739.7 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of coho salmon nearly triple y-o-y in Q1
The US exported some 868 metric tons of coho salmon in the first quarter of 2022, up 270% year-on-year from 235t during the same period of 2021, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also rose by 223% y-o-y to $4.1m, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon climb y-o-y in Q1
The US exported some 6,261 metric tons of pink salmon in the first quarter of 2022, up 83% year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the export value also rose by 53% y-o-y to $30.38m, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Japan dive in Q1
Chile exported some 61,766 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Japan in the first quarter of the year, down by 18% from 75,380t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $376.7 million during this period, also down by 7% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chile fish, seafood exports to Canada drop 30% as value rises in Q1
Chile exported some 2,841 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Vietnam in the first quarter of the year, down by 30% from 3,999t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $21.8 million during this period, up, however, by 15% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Vietnam rise y-o-y in Q1
Chile exported some 9,774 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Vietnam in the first quarter of the year, up by 35% from 7,242t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to over $30 million during this period, also up by 5% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood export value to Mexico climb y-o-y in Q1
Chile exported some 6,136 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Mexico in the first quarter of the year, up by 2% from 6,034t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $50.7 million during this period, also up by 30% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Peru dive y-o-y in Q1
Chile exported some 1,520 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Peru in the first quarter of the year, down by 74% from 5,898t in the same period a year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The export value amounted to $3.59 million during this period, also down by 48% year-on-year only, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Brazil tilapia exports drop in Q1 after increasing nonstop in 2021
According to the data published by the country’s fish farming association, Peixe BR — also available on Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page –, Brazil’s export value of tilapia products fell for the first time in the first quarter of 2022 after continuously increasing between Q1 and Q4 2021.
This way, the export value of this product fell to $6.9 million, 7% down compared to the previous quarter, when sales reached their highest value in the last few years.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings rise y-o-y in March
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna remained increased by 17% year-on-year to 82,506 metric tons (from 70,445t) in March.
This is mainly due to an increase in landings of skipjack, yellowfin and bigeye tuna during this period, which rose by 29%, 91% and 34% to 43,895t, 34,660t and 3,522t, respectively, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia climb in Q1
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 3,866 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia worth $145.1 million in the first quarter of the year.
That is up 42% in volume and 125% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh blue crab from Venezuela soar in Q1
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 876 metric tons of fresh blue crab from Venezuela worth $21.9 million in the first quarter of the year.
That is up 47% in volume and 82% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen tilapia fillets increase y-o-y in Q1
The US imported some 28,835 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets mainly from China worth $121.2 million in the first quarter of the year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
That is up 16% in volume and 40% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam rise in Q1
The US imported some 32,183 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $117.4 million in the first quarter of the year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
That is up 14% in volume and 64% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings rise y-o-y in April
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 36,340 metric tons of illex squid in April, up 52% from 23,898t during the same period the previous year.
In total, the fleet landed some 114,950t of squid between January and April, also up 2% compared to the same period last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings almost double in April
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed some 8,190 metric tons of red shrimp in April, up 82% compared to the same period a year before.
In total, Argentine shrimp landings between January and April totaled 43,254t, up slightly by 2% compared to the same period a year before, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China climb in Q1
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,176 metric tons of red swimming crab from China worth $26.5 million in the first quarter of the year.
That is up 68% in volume and 155% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US fresh, live lobster exports drop y-o-y in Q1
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 1,942 metric tons worth $44.7 million of fresh, live lobster in the first quarter of the year.
That’s down by 36% and 18%, respectively, year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US live, fresh lobster export price to China soars in February
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 233 metric tons worth $5.5 million of fresh lobster to China in February.
That’s down by 52% and 33%, respectively, year-on-year.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan rise y-o-y in February
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 4,602 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $11.6 million in February, up 52% in volume and 47% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average export value was $2.52 per kilogram, down 3% when compared to February 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports climb in February
The US exported some 28,269 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $99.6 million in February, up 62% year-on-year in volume and 81% in value, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average export price also rose by 11% to $3.52 per kilogram when compared to February 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets stable as price climbs in February
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 15,653 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets worth over $228 million in February, mostly stable year-on-year in volume but up 28% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $14.58 per kilogram, also up 27% when compared to February 2021 figures, and a new historic high, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import price of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets hits new high in February
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 7,130 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets worth $98.7 million in February, up 44% in volume and 77% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $13.87 per kilogram, also up 24% when compared to February 2021 figures, and a new historic high, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of Atlantic salmon continue to rise in February
The US imported some 33,215 metric tons of Atlantic salmon worth $434.3 million in February, up by 9% year-on-year in volume and 44% in value, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average import price also rose by 33% to $13.08 per kilogram when compared to February 2021 figures, a new high, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US scallop imports climb year-on-year in February
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,870 metric tons of scallops worth $43.3 million in February.
This is up by 82% and 139%, respectively, year-on-year, as this product’s average export value also was by 31% to $15.07 per kilogram, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import price from China hits new high in February
The US imported some 2,681 metric tons of squid from China worth $16.5 million in February, up by 50% in volume and 102% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also rose by % to $6.1434 per kilogram when compared to February 2021 figures, a new record high as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports double, value stays mostly flat in February
The US imported some 7,223 metric tons of squid worth $46.5 million in February, up 103% in volume but only up 2% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also rose by 18% y-o-y to $6.43 per kilogram in this period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEastern Pacific tuna landings drop 10% in February
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna dropped 10% year-on-year to 61,971 metric tons in February.
Landings of skipjack, yellowfin and bigeye tuna fell by 14%, 11% and 25%, respectively, to 29,417t, 29,391t and 2,957t during the same period, as the first chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets rise y-o-y in January
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 7,820 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets worth $105.3 million in January, up 34% in volume and 65% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $13.47 per kilogram, also up 24% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chinese exports of H&G frozen Alaska pollock drop significantly in 2021
China exported some 328,861 metric tons of headed and gutted frozen Alaska pollock in 2021, down 34% year-on-year, according to data published by the Chinese customs.
This product’s export price to Russia, which receives almost all of the Asian giant exports of this product, also fell by 16% to $450.9 million in this period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings climb in March
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed some 4,160 metric tons of red shrimp in February, up 33% compared to the same period a year before.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from UK halve y-o-y in January
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 342 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the UK worth $3.6 million in January, down 61% in volume and 50% in value year-on-year.
Conversely, this product’s average import value was $10.51 per kilogram, up by 32% compared to January 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings drop y-o-y in March, Q1
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 30,810 metric tons of illex squid in March, down 19% from 37,844t during the same period the previous year.
In total, the fleet landed some 76,197t of squid in the first quarter of the year, down 14% compared to the same period last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
By Maria Feijoo
US import value of Atlantic salmon from Chile up over 20% in January
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported 18,087 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile worth $233.3 million in January, down 3% in volume but up 23% in value year-on-year, respectively.
Moreover, the average import value came to $12.90 per kilogram, a new high that represents a 27% hike when compared to the same period a year before, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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According to data published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of Eastern Pacific tuna rose by 9% year-on-year to a total of 647,186 metric tons in 2021.
Landings of yellowfin and skipjack tuna increased y-o-y by 16% and 7%, respectively, to 251,471t and 339,928t, compared with figures from the previous year, as landings of bonitos and black skipjack tuna also did to 6,425t and 4,050t.
Read moreUS imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada drop, average value rises in January
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 5,909 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada worth $55.2 million in January, down 9% in volume and 20% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $9.35 per kilogram, up by 32% when compared to January 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of Atlantic salmon from Norway hits new high
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 5,419 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway worth $76.4 million in January, up 27% in volume and 38% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $14.10 per kilogram, a new historical high and also up 8% when compared to January 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes rise in January
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,528 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands worth $17.8 million in January, up 50% in volume and 79% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $11.66 per kilogram, also up 19% when compared to January 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of Atlantic salmon climbs in January
The US imported some 34,200 metric tons of Atlantic salmon worth $423.5 million in January, up by 1% year-on-year in volume and 27% in value, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average import price also rose by 26% to $12.38 per kilogram when compared to January 2021 figures, its highest since 2019 at least, as the chart below — available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports stay flat as value drops in January
The US exported some 1,185 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $2.75 million in January, mostly flat year-on-year in volume but down 25% in value, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average export price also fell by 25% to $2.32 per kilogram when compared to January 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US scallop imports hit highest since January 2014
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 3,488 metric tons of scallops worth $51.8 million in January.
This way, scallop imports have hit their highest level since January 2014, when they amounted to 3,717t worth $46.5m, according to the data.
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US fresh lobster exports to China rise in January
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 610 metric tons worth $12.2 million of fresh lobster to China in January.
That’s up by 9% and 49%, respectively, year-on-year.
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US squid imports from China drop, value rises in January
The US imported some 2,040 metric tons of squid from China worth $11 million in January, down by 2% in volume but up 19% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also rose by 22% to $5.43 per kilogram when compared to January 2021 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports rise over 40% year-on-year in January
The US imported some 6,983 metric tons of squid worth $46 million in January, up 41% in volume and 66% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also rose by 18% y-o-y to $6.62 per kilogram in this period, the highest since at least 2012, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Peru rise in 2021
Chile exported some 26,421 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Peru in 2021, up by 10% from 24,125t the year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The exports value amounted to $33.3 million during this period, also up by 25% year-on-year only, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Mexico up 10% in 2021
Chile exported some 18,291 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Mexico in 2021, up by 10% from 16,651t the year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The exports value amounted to $134.3 million during this period, also up by 21% year-on-year only, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Japan drop in 2021
Chile exported some 198,699 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Japan in 2021, down by 18% compared to the year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The exports value amounted to $1.17 billion during this period, also down by 4% year-on-year only, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to China fall by 25% in 2021
Chile exported some 146,940 metric tons of fish and seafood products to China in 2021, down by 25% compared to the year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The exports value amounted to $362 million during this period, also down by 12% year-on-year only, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Canada see 20% drop in 2021
Chile exported some 13,804 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Canada in 2021, down by 20% compared to the year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The exports value amounted to $75.3 million during this period, also down by 6% year-on-year only, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood export volume, value to Brazil rise in 2021
Chile exported some 130,678 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Brazil in 2021, up by 4% compared to the year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The exports value amounted to $674.5 million during this period, also up by 63% year-on-year only, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood exports to Russia dive in 2021
Chile exported some 70,133 metric tons of fish and seafood products to Russia in 2021, down by 7% compared to the year before, according to the data published by the Chilean customs.
The exports value amounted to $338.4 million during this period, up, however by 1% year-on-year only, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Vietnamese pangasius exports rise notably in January
In total, Vietnam exported some 77,815 metric tons of pangasius in January 2022, up 26% and 49% year-on-year compared to the same month in 2021 and 2020, data published by Vietnam customs shows.
Additionally, exports to China and Hong Kong, which ranked first, also rose y-o-y by 136% and 54%, respectively, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia rise in 2021
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 13,600 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia in 2021, up 13% year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s import value amounted to over $422.6 million, also up by 80% when compared to 2020, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh blue crab from Venezuela soar in 2021
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,663 metric tons of fresh blue crab from Venezuela in 2021, up 12% year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s import value amounted to over $62.3 million, also up by 69% when compared to 2020, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China increase in 2021
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,613 metric tons of red swimming crab from China in 2021, up 42% year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s import value amounted to over $43 million, also up by 50% when compared to 2020, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings rise slightly in February
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 41,827 metric tons of illex squid in February, up 2% from 40,828t during the same period the previous year.
Additionally, as of March 3, the fleet landed 1,510t of squid, representing 4% of the overall total landings during March last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings drop further in February
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed some 8,982 metric tons of red shrimp in February, down 27% compared to the same period a year before.
In total, Argentine shrimp landings between December and February totaled 43,965t, which accounts for just 80% of the total landings in the same period a year before, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US fresh lobster exports to China drop in 2021
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 6,304 metric tons of fresh lobster to China. That’s down by 17% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $106.4 million, also down by 12% when compared to 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock surimi exports to Japan grow 12% in 2021
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 55,724 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan. That’s up by 12% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s export value was $144 million, also up by 18% when compared to 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports double in 2021
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 312,280 metric tons of Alaska pollock. That’s up by 108% year-on-year.
However, this product’s export value was $901.8 million, down by 4% when compared to 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets up 11% in 2021
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 193,849 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets. That’s up by 11% year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s import value was $2.4 billion, also up 36% when compared to 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid exports down 20% in 2021
Argentina exported some 120,882 metric tons of illex squid in 2021, down 18.5% year-on-year compared to 2020, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also fell by 37.1% y-o-y to $249 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s hake exports increase by over 10% in 2021
Argentina exported some 110,899 metric tons of hake in 2021, up 10.2% year-on-year compared to 2020, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also rose by 16.8% y-o-y to $258.9 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s red shrimp exports rise notably in 2021
Argentina exported some 165,507 metric tons of shrimp in 2021, up 27.5% year-on-year compared to 2020, according to data published by Argentina’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
The total export value during the year also rose by 44.2% y-o-y to $1.2 billion, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings drop by 18% y-o-y in January
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed some 19,365 metric tons of red shrimp in January, down 18% compared to the same period a year before.
As of Feb. 16, the fleet has landed 5,453t of shrimp, representing 49% of the overall total landings during February last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings drop y-o-y in January
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 3,472 metric tons of illex squid in January, down 38% from 5,642t during the same period the previous year.
Additionally, as of Feb. 16, the fleet landed 28,138t of squid, representing 66% of the overall total landings during February last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of scallops up 52% y-o-y in 2021
The US imported some 25,128 metric tons of scallops in 2021, up 52% year-on-year compared to 2020, by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The total import value during the year also rose by 66% y-o-y to over $324 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of squid notably rise in 2021
The US imported some 71,003 metric tons of squid in 2021, up 58% year-on-year compared to 2020, by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The total import value during the year also rose by 64% y-o-y to $391.9 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from UK soar in 2021
The US imported some 14,243 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the UK in 2021, up 52% year-on-year compared to 2020, by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The total import value during the year also rose by 67% y-o-y to $136 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Norway increase in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 4,800 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Norway worth $61 million in November, up 13% in volume but up 18% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $12.7 per kilogram, also up 5% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Faroes double in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,971 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from the Faroe Islands worth $21 million in November, up 107% in volume but up 144% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $10.69 per kilogram, also up 18% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of Atlantic salmon from Chile up notably in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 16,675 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Chile worth $203.8 million in November, down 3% in volume but up 47% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $12.22 per kilogram, also up 51% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports frozen Atlantic salmon fillets rise y-o-y in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 7,227 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets worth $95.2 million in November, up 25% in volume and 44% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $13.17 per kilogram, also up 15% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets up y-o-y in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 14,703 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets worth $187 million in November, flat year-on-year in volume but up 45% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $12.72 per kilogram, also up 46% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Atlantic salmon from Canada increase in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 6,712 metric tons of Atlantic salmon from Canada worth $53.3 million in November, up 28% in volume and 58% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $7.95 per kilogram, up 23% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon rise y-o-y in November
The US exported some 3,113 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $28.3 million in November, up 40% in volume and 56% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average export value also increased by 11% y-o-y to $9.09 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster to China halve in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 677 metric tons of live and fresh lobster to China worth around $11.7 million in November, down 47% in volume and 42% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average export value was $17.24 per kilogram, up 9% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster increase in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 5,034 metric tons of live and fresh lobster worth over $87.1 million in November, up 4% in volume and 27% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average export value was $17.31 per kilogram, up 22% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh blue crab from Venezuela rise in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 354 metric tons of fresh blue crab from Venezuela worth $8.5 million in November, up 41% in volume and 83% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $23.89 per kilogram, up 29% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of blue swimming crab from Indonesia soar in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,185 metric tons of blue swimming crab from Indonesia worth $40.8 million in November, up 20% in volume and 131% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $34.39 per kilogram, up 91% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of red swimming crab from China rise in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 313 metric tons of red swimming crab from China worth $6.7 million in November, up 42% in volume and 109% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $21.37 per kilogram, its highest level since March 2019 and up 39% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreUS squid average import value from China hits new high in November
The US imported some 1,934 metric tons of squid from China worth $10.7 million in November, down by 3% in volume but up 20% in value year-on-year, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price also rose by 25% to $5.53 per kilogram when compared to August 2020 figures, a new high in the last ten years, as the chart below — the interactive version of which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US scallop average import value hit pre-COVID levels in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,416 metric tons of scallops worth $40 million in November, up 57% in volume and 125% in value year-on-year.
Moreover, this product’s average import value was $16.59 per kilogram, its highest level since January 2019 and up 44% when compared to November 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s fresh Atlantic salmon exports up 13% in 2021
Norway exported some 1.3 million metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon in 2021, up 13% year-on-year compared to 2020, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value during the year also rose by 16% y-o-y to NOK 81.2 billion (€8bn/ $9bn) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s fresh Atlantic cod exports soar in 2021
Norway exported some 50,182 metric tons of fresh Atlantic cod in 2021, up 36% year-on-year compared to 2020, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value during the year also rose by 14% y-o-y to NOK 1.66 billion (€164.5m/ $186.3m) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s fresh haddock exports down 3% in 2021
Norway exported some 16,706 metric tons of fresh haddock in 2021, down 3% year-on-year compared to 2020, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value during the year also fell by 2% y-o-y to NOK 312.2 million (€31.2m/ $35.3m) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s frozen cod exports rise 11% in 2021
Norway exported some 64,943 metric tons of frozen cod in 2021, up 11% year-on-year compared to 2020, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value during the year also rose by 2% y-o-y to NOK 2.24 billion (€225m/ $255.5m) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s frozen haddock exports up 9% in 2021
Norway exported some 41,476 metric tons of frozen haddock in 2021, up 9% year-on-year compared to 2020, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value during the year also rose by 9% y-o-y to NOK 1.17m (€117,382/ $133,029) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of US frozen sockeye salmon soar in Q3
The EU imported some 3,460 metric tons of frozen sockeye salmon from the US in the third quarter of 2021, up by 69% year-on-year compared to 2,049t in Q3 2020, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value rose by 98% y-o-y to €30.9 million ($35.2m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine illex squid landings see 23% y-o-y drop in 2021
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed around 132,218 metric tons of illex squid in 2021.
That is down 23% compared to 2020 figures, as shown in the data available on the Undercurrent News’ supply page.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled saithe from Norway drop in Q3
The EU imported some 5,266 metric tons of fresh and chilled saithe from Norway in the third quarter of 2021, down by 13% year-on-year compared to 6,051t in Q3 2020, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the product’s total import value rose by 10% y-o-y to €7.51 million ($8.61m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled cod fillets from Norway flat in Q3
The EU imported some 5,565 metric tons of fresh and chilled cod fillets from Norway in the third quarter of 2021, mostly flat year-on-year compared to 5,618t in Q3 2020, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the product’s total import value fell by 8% y-o-y to €20.2 million ($23.2m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen cod fillets from China flat y-o-y in Q3
The EU imported some 2,841 metric tons of frozen cod fillets from China in the third quarter of 2021, mostly flat year-on-year compared to 2,819t in Q3 2020, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the product’s total import value fell by 11% y-o-y to €12.85 million ($14.6m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen lobster from Canada rise in Q3
The EU imported some 1,739 metric tons of frozen lobster from Canada in the third quarter of 2021, up by 22% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value rose by 88% y-o-y to €29 million ($32.9m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of US live lobster double y-o-y in Q3
The EU imported some 622 metric tons of live lobster from the US in the third quarter of 2021, up by 93% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value rose by 178% y-o-y to €13.35 million ($15m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings see 15% y-o-y rise in 2021
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed over 210,000 metric tons of red shrimp in 2021, up 15% compared to a year before.
As of Dec. 29, the fleet has landed 13,471t, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared, preserved Chilean mussels rise in Q3
The EU imported some 2,042 metric tons of prepared or preserved Chilean mussels — in airtight containers — during the third quarter of 2021, up 14% year-on-year compared to Q3 2020 figures, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also increased by 78% y-o-y to €7.3 million ($8.24m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen saithe fillets from Iceland rise in Q3
The EU imported some 3,501 metric tons of frozen saithe fillets from Iceland in the third quarter of 2021, up by 45% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value rose by 63% y-o-y to €12.6 million ($5.75m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared sardines from Morocco drop in Q3
The EU imported some 1,095 metric tons of prepared or preserved sardines from Morocco in the third quarter of 2021, down by 42% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value dropped by 37% y-o-y to €5.08 million ($5.75m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen herring from Norway fall in Q3
The EU imported some 3,199 metric tons of frozen herring from Norway in the third quarter of 2021, down by 31% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value dropped by 26% y-o-y to €3.29 million ($3.73m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of US frozen sockeye salmon rise notably in Q3
The EU imported some 3,351 metric tons of frozen sockeye salmon from the US in the third quarter of 2021, up by 64% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value rose by 91% y-o-y to €29.9 million ($33.85m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen hake fillets from Namibia drop in Q3
The EU imported some 10,550 metric tons of frozen monkfish from Namibia in the third quarter of 2021, down by 12% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value fell by 18% y-o-y to €43.36 million ($48.89m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen monkfish from Namibia rise in Q3
The EU imported some 687 metric tons of frozen monkfish from Namibia in the third quarter of 2021, up by 40% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value rose by 32% y-o-y to €4.92 million ($5.55m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of rainbow trout from Norway halve in Q3
The EU imported some 2,149 metric tons of farmed fresh rainbow trout from Norway in the third quarter of 2021, down by 55% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value fell by 38% y-o-y to €11.5 million ($12.95m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Chilean fish, seafood export volumes to Canada drop in Q3
Chilean fish and seafood exports to Canada fell by 36% in volume but rose by 4% in value to 3,414 metric tons worth $17.7 million during the third quarter of 2021, according to the data published by Chile’s customs and available on Undercurrent News‘ trade flows page.
Additionally, between January and November, Chile exported some 13,091t of fish and seafood worth $69m, down by 20% and 7%, respectively, compared to the same period a year before.
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EU imports of frozen blue grenadier fillets from New Zealand rise in Q3
The EU imported some 3,004 metric tons of frozen blue grenadier fillets from New Zealand in the third quarter of 2021, up 45% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also rose by 23% y-o-y to €10.3 million ($11.64m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled Namibian hake double in Q3
The EU imported some 416 metric tons of fresh and chilled hake from Namibia in the third quarter of 2021, up 116% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also rose by 90% y-o-y to €2.37 million ($2.67m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled haddock from Norway notably fall in Q3
The EU imported some 1,104 metric tons of fresh and chilled haddock from Norway in the third quarter of 2021, down 71% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also fell by 71% y-o-y to €1.95 million ($2.2m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen redfish from Iceland rise in Q3
The EU imported some 1,034 metric tons of frozen redfish from Iceland in the third quarter of 2021, up 20% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import value fell by 3% y-o-y to €2.67 million ($8.4m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled saithe from Norway fall in Q3
The EU imported some 5,266 metric tons of frozen mackerel fillets from the Faroe Islands in the third quarter of 2021, down 13% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import value rose by 10% y-o-y to €7.5 million ($8.4m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Faroese frozen mackerel fillets drop in Q3
The EU imported some 1,345 metric tons of frozen mackerel fillets from the Faroe Islands in the third quarter of 2021, down 40% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also fell by 39% y-o-y to €3.4 million ($3.8m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US drop in Q3
The EU imported some 4,976 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US during the third quarter of 2021, down 16%-on-year compared to the 5,947t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also fell by 16% y-o-y to €12.6 million ($14.2m) in Q3, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of shrimp from Greenland flat in Q3
The EU imported some 5,725 metric tons of prepared, preserved shrimp from Greenland in the third quarter of 2021, stable year-on-year compared to 5,734t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s import value dropped by 4% y-o-y to €38 million ($42.88m), as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Ecuadorian shrimp fall in Q3
The EU imported some 34,177 metric tons of frozen shrimp from Ecuador during the third quarter of 2021, down 19% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the import value amounted to around €202.2 million ($228.5m), up 2% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Norway’s fresh, chilled Atlantic halibut drop in Q3
The EU imported some 374 metric tons of fresh and chilled Atlantic halibut from Norway during the third quarter of 2021, down 21% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, the import value of this product amounted to around €3.5 million ($3.96m) in Q3, also down 11% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam drop in Q3
The EU imported some 10,048 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam during the third quarter of 2021, down 8% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, the import value of this product amounted to around €13.9 million ($15.8m) in Q3, also down 38% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen hoki fillets from New Zealand soar in Q3
The EU imported some 2,988 metric tons of frozen hoki fillets from New Zealand during the third quarter of 2021, up 44% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, the import value of this product amounted to around €10.2 million ($11.5m) in Q3, also up 21% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen saithe from Norway rise in Q3
The EU imported some 3,760 metric tons of frozen saithe from Norway during the third quarter of 2021, up 10% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, the import value of this product amounted to around €6.47 million ($7.29m) in Q3, also up 31% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen squid from Morocco fall in Q3
The EU imported some 5,783 metric tons of frozen squid from Morocco during the third quarter of 2021, down 24% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the import value of this product amounted to around €52.3 million ($58.8m) in Q3, up 9% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen mussels from New Zealand fall in Q3
The EU imported some 613 metric tons of frozen mussels from New Zealand during the third quarter of 2021, down 9% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also dropped by 14% y-o-y to €3.46 million ($3.88m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen tilapia fillets from China rise in Q3
The EU imported some 2,236 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets from China in the third quarter of 2021, up 10% year-on-year from 2,035t during the same period of 2020, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also increased by 35% y-o-y to €6.59 million ($7.47m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen squid from China double in Q3
The EU imported some 5,400 metric tons of frozen squid from China in the third quarter of 2021, up 130% year-on-year from 2,457t during the same period of 2020, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also increased by 33% y-o-y to €13.88 million ($15.7m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen mackerel fillets from Iceland drop in Q3
The EU imported some 1,345 metric tons of frozen mackerel fillets from Iceland in the third quarter of 2021, down 40% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also fell by 39% y-o-y to €3.4 million ($3.8m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings rise notably y-o-y in September
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna remained increased by 68% year-on-year to 60,457 metric tons in September.
This is mainly due to a y-o-y increase in landings of all key tuna species during this period, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of Faroese frozen mackerel climb in Q3
The EU imported some 8,698 metric tons of frozen mackerel from the Faroe Islands in the third quarter of 2021, up 240% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also rose by 200% y-o-y to €12.05 million ($13.79m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Norway’s fresh, chilled Atlantic salmon rise in Q3
The EU imported some 1,013 metric tons of fresh and chilled Atlantic salmon from Norway in the third quarter of 2021, up by 5% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value increased by 20% y-o-y to €1.16 billion ($1.32bn) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings see 70% y-o-y drop in October
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed some 6,272 metric tons of red shrimp in October, down 70% compared to the same period a year before.
As of Nov. 3, the fleet has landed half a ton of shrimp only, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of live, fresh Moroccan squid rise in Q3
The EU imported some 1,013 metric tons of live, fresh or chilled squid from Morocco in the third quarter of 2021, up by 12% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value increased by 40% y-o-y to €11.33 million ($13.13m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen haddock from Norway notably drop in Q3
The EU imported some 1,595 metric tons of frozen haddock from Norway in the third quarter of 2021, down 40% year-on-year compared to 2,651t during the same period a year before, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also decreased by 26% y-o-y to €3.89 million ($4.5m) in Q3 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen hake from South Africa drop in Q3
The EU imported some 3,804 metric tons of frozen hake from South Africa in the third quarter of 2021, down 4% year-on-year compared to 3,968t during the same period a year before, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also decreased by 10% y-o-y to €10.1 million ($11.66m) in Q3 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius from Vietnam fall in Q3
The EU imported some 747 metric tons of frozen pangasius from Vietnam in the third quarter of 2021, down 35% year-on-year compared to 1,147t during the same period a year before, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also decreased by 29% y-o-y to €1.32 million ($1.5m) in Q3 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled halibut from Greenland drop in Q3
The EU imported some 12,265 metric tons of fresh and chilled halibut from Greenland during the third quarter of 2021, down 4%-on-year compared to the 12,751t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also fell by 9% y-o-y to €53.5 million ($62m) in Q3, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Moroccan octopus rise in Q3
The EU imported some 212,618 metric tons of frozen octopus from Morocco during the third quarter of 2021, up 5%-on-year compared to the 202,675t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import value also increased by 20% y-o-y to €1.16 billion ($1.35bn) in Q3, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Moroccan cuttlefish fell in Q3
The EU imported some 5,741 metric tons of frozen cuttlefish from Morocco during the third quarter of 2021, down 21%-on-year compared to the 7,292t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import remained mostly stable y-o-y at over €25.5 million ($29.5m) in Q3, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen tilapia from China halve y-o-y in Q3
The EU imported some 1,758 metric tons of frozen tilapia from China during the third quarter of 2021, down by 50%-on-year compared to the 3,454t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also fell by 31% y-o-y to €3.2 million ($6.03m) in H1, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pollock fillets from China fall y-o-y in Q3
The EU imported some 25,309 metric tons of frozen pollock fillets from China worth €68.3 million ($79.3) in the third quarter of 2021.
That is down 16% in volume and 15% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products, available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US average import value of fresh Chilean salmon fillets hit highest in August
The US imported some 11,986 metric tons of Chilean fresh salmon fillets worth $157.4 million in August, up 2% in volume and 66% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average import value also increased by 63% y-o-y to $13.13 per kilogram, the highest since 2018, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US average import value of frozen Chilean salmon fillets at highest since 2019
The US imported 3,323 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile worth $41.2 million in August, up 20% in volume and 39% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
During the same period, the average import price for this product rose significantly by 16% y-o-y to $12.41 per kilogram, the highest since July 2019, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings rise y-o-y in August
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna increased by 33% year-on-year to 44,221 metric tons in August.
This is mainly due to a y-o-y increase in landings of all key tuna species during this period, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan rise y-o-y in August
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 7,454 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $19.7 million in August, up 13% in volume and 16% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average export value was $2.65 per kilogram, also up 3% when compared to August 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports rise notably in August
The US exported some 52,871 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $131.3 million in August, up 83% in volume and 61% in value year-on-year, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average export price fell by 12% to $2.48 per kilogram when compared to August 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings rise y-o-y in September
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the country’s fleet landed some 21,485 metric tons of red shrimp in September, up 31% compared to the same period a year before.
As of Oct. 6, the fleet has landed around 1,142t, representing 5% only of the overall total landings during October last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US scallop imports double in August
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 2,113 metric tons of scallops worth $27.6 million in August, up 99% in volume and 87% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average export value was $13.07 per kilogram, down 7% when compared to August 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China increase y-o-y in August
The US imported some 2,375 metric tons of squid from China worth $11.9 million in August, up by 37% in volume and 59% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also rose by 16% to $5.02 per kilogram when compared to August 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import volume doubles year-on-year in August
The US imported some 7,719 metric tons of squid worth $40 million in August, up 99% in volume and 113% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also rose by 7% y-o-y to $5.10 per kilogram in this period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings continue up y-o-y in August
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 38,017 metric tons of red shrimp in August, up 11% year-on-year and its highest since 1989.
Besides, as of Sep. 15, the fleet has landed around 13,209t, representing 80% of the overall total landings during September last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings increase y-o-y in July
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna remained increased by 10% year-on-year to 58,762 metric tons in July.
This is mainly due to a y-o-y increase in landings of all key tuna species during this period, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of rainbow trout from Norway fall in H1
The EU imported some 4,019 metric tons of farmed fresh rainbow trout from Norway in the first half of 2021, down by 36% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value fell by 25% y-o-y to €22.2 million ($26m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of live, fresh Moroccan squid soar in H1
The EU imported some 1,757 metric tons of live, fresh or chilled squid from Morocco in 2020, significantly up by 240% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value increased by 340% y-o-y to €19.8 million ($23.3m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US scallop imports rise y-o-y in July
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US imported some 1,997 metric tons of scallops worth $26 million in July, up 43% in volume and 56% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average export value was $13.00 per kilogram, also up 9% when compared to July 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Ecuadorian skipjack tuna drop y-o-y in Q2
The EU imported some 10,139 metric tons of processed Ecuadorian skipjack tuna —in vegetable oil, whole or in pieces — during the second quarter of 2021, down 13% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €37.5 million ($44.3m), also down 14% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius from Vietnam drop in H1
The EU imported some 1,735 metric tons of frozen pangasius from Vietnam in the first half of 2021, down 2% year-on-year compared to 1,763t during the same period a year before, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also decreased by 19% y-o-y to €2.86 million ($3.38m) in H1 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen tilapia from China dive in H1
The EU imported some 3,360 metric tons of frozen tilapia from China in the first half of 2021, down by 26%-on-year compared to the 4,539t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also fell by 25% y-o-y to €5.1 million ($6.03m) in H1, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan double in July
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 5,935 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $15.2 million in July, up 112% in volume and 121% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average export value was $2.55 per kilogram, also up 4% when compared to July 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports rise y-o-y in July
The US exported some 28,122 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $81.6 million in July, up 33% in volume and 37% in value year-on-year, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average export price also increased by 4% to $2.90 per kilogram when compared to July 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen cod fillets from Iceland fall marginally in first half
The EU imported some 13,093 metric tons of frozen cod fillets from Iceland in the first half of 2021, down slightly by 3%-on-year compared to the 13,569t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also fell by 18% y-o-y to €68.5 million ($81.4m) in H1, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US drop
The EU imported some 13,258 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US during the first half of 2021, down 14%-on-year compared to the 15,345t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also fell by 8% y-o-y to €31.6 million ($37.4m) in H1, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Moroccan octopus rise in H1
The EU imported some 353,362 metric tons of frozen octopus from Morocco during the first half of 2021, up 15%-on-year compared to the 305,514t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import value also increased by 6% y-o-y to €2 billion ($2.36bn) in H1, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s exports of frozen herring increase y-o-y
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council, Norway exported 94,561 metric tons of frozen herring worth NOK 773.2 million (€75.6m/$89.4m) from Jan. 1 to Aug. 22, up 17% in volume and 21% in value year-on-year compared to the same period of 2020.
Additionally, in week 33, the average export price of this product also rose by 4% y-o-y to NOK 9.41 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Moroccan cuttlefish climb in H1
The EU imported some 13,973 metric tons of frozen cuttlefish from Morocco during the first half of 2021, down 40%-on-year compared to the 10,066t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import value also fell by 36% y-o-y to €57 million ($194.5m) in H1, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Chinese frozen pollock fillets stable, value drops in H1
The EU imported some 63,497 metric tons of frozen pollock fillets from China during the first half of 2021, mostly stable year-on-year compared to the 63,945t imported during the same period a year before, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
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Norway’s exports of frozen haddock rise y-o-y
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council, Norway exported 31,568 metric tons of frozen haddock worth NOK 830.6 million (€80.1m/$94.3m) from Jan. 1 to Aug. 22, up 20% in volume and 5% in value year-on-year compared to the same period of 2020.
Additionally, in week 33, the average export price of this product also rose by 14% y-o-y to NOK 27.42 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s exports of fresh haddock drop y-o-y
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council, Norway exported 11,903 metric tons of fresh haddock worth NOK 207.9 million (€20m/$23.5m) from Jan. 1 to Aug. 22, down 4% in volume and 8% in value year-on-year compared to the same period of 2020.
Additionally, in week 33, the average export price of this product increased slightly by 2% y-o-y to NOK 15.59 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China surge y-o-y in June
The US imported some 2,343 metric tons of squid from China worth $11.2 million in June, notably up by 154% in volume and 176% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also rose by 9% to $4.77 per kilogram when compared to June 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import volume, value rise notably in June
The US imported some 7,293 metric tons of squid worth $37 million in June, up 260% in volume and 242% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, this product’s average import value fell by 5% y-o-y to $5.07 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops climb y-o-y in June
The US imported some 2,497 metric tons of scallops worth $29.5 million in June, up by 154% in volume and 102% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average unit price fell by 20% y-o-y to $11.86 per kilogram during this period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU shrimp imports from Vietnam up 15% in H1
The EU imported some 4,380 metric tons of prepared or preserved shrimp from Vietnam in the first half of 2021, up 15% year-on-year, as data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products shows.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also increased by 5% y-o-y to €29.7 million ($34.9m) during this period, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen mussels from New Zealand halve in H1
The EU imported some 982 metric tons of frozen mussels from New Zealand during the first half of 2021, down 52% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s total import value also dropped by 60% y-o-y to €5.2 million ($6.1m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen tilapia fillets drop y-o-y in June
The US imported some 7,406 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets worth $28 million in June, down 36% in volume and 25% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Also, China accounted for 85% of this product’s total imports to the US during this period, according to the second chart below— which is also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings crash y-o-y in July
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 34 metric tons only of illex squid in July, down from 13,611t during the same period the previous year.
Additionally, as of Aug. 4, the fleet hasn’t landed any squid yet, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings at highest since 1989
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 42,352 metric tons of red shrimp in July, up 23% year-on-year and its highest since 1989.
Besides, as of Aug. 4, the fleet has landed around 3,322t, representing 10% only of the overall total landings during August last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings rise y-o-y in June
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna remained increased by 20% year-on-year to 53,985 metric tons in June.
This is mainly due to a y-o-y increase in landings of all key tuna species during this period, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam climb in May
The US imported some 10,607 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $28.8 million in May, up by 281% in volume and 254% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price, however, decreased by 5% to $1.23 per pound when compared to May 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared, preserved shrimp from Greenland fall in H1
The EU imported some 8,439 metric tons of prepared, preserved shrimp from Greenland in the first half of 2021, down 18% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s import value also dropped by 30% to €55.6 million ($65.8m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Ecuadorian shrimp climb in Q2
The EU imported some 34,441 metric tons of frozen shrimp from Ecuador during the second quarter of 2021, up 71% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value amounted to around €181.4 million ($215.4m), also up 61% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon slump y-o-y in May
The US exported some 545 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $4.6 million in May, down 63% in volume and 50% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased significantly by 34% y-o-y to $8.36 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon dive y-o-y in May
The US exported some 407 metric tons of pink salmon worth $1.8 million in May, down 72% in volume and 58% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased by 10% y-o-y to $4.51 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared, preserved Chilean mussels drop in H1
The EU imported some 3,202 metric tons of prepared or preserved Chilean mussels — in airtight containers — during the first half of 2021, down 7% year-on-year compared to H1 2020 figures, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also dropped by 11% y-o-y to €9.58 million ($11.3m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen Chilean salmon fillets up y-o-y in May
The US imported 3, metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile in May, up 71% year-on-year but down 2% compared to figures from the previous month, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
During the same period, however, the average import price for this product dropped by 13% y-o-y to $10.59 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Chilean salmon fillets fall y-o-y in May
The US imported 11,552 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile in May, down 3% year-on-year, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average import price for this product rose significantly to its highest since April 2019, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Turkish bream increase y-o-y in Q2
The EU imported some 9,567 metric tons of fresh and chilled seabream from Turkey during the second quarter of 2021, up 3% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €37.96 million ($44.7m), also up by 3% compared to Q2 2020, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China rise in May
The US imported some 1,873 metric tons of squid from China worth $9 million in May, up 70% in volume and 88% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also increased by 8% to $4.81 per kilogram when compared to May 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Turkish bass continue down in Q2
The EU imported some 4,567 metric tons of fresh and chilled seabass from Turkey during the second quarter of 2021, also down 25% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €20.5 million ($24.2m), also down 16% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import volume, value climb in May
The US imported some 5,034 metric tons of squid worth $28.3 million in May, up 152% in volume and 170% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also rose by 8% y-o-y to $5.61 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Norwegian rainbow trout halve y-o-y in Q2
The EU imported some 1,550 metric tons of farmed fresh rainbow trout from Norway during the second quarter of 2021, down 55% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €8.75 million ($10.3m), also down 40% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops double y-o-y in May
The US imported some 2,417 metric tons of scallops worth $27.9 million in May, up by 104% in volume and 101% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price remained also increased by 4% y-o-y to $11.54 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings plummet y-o-y in June
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 3,400 metric tons of illex squid in June, down 87% year-on-year.
Additionally, as of July 7, the fleet has landed only 6t, representing 0.04% of the overall total landings during July last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings rise in June
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 24,636 metric tons of red shrimp in June, up 40% year-on-year.
Besides, as of July 7, the fleet has landed around 1,059t, representing 3% only of the overall total landings during July last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings increase slightly in May
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna remained increased slightly year-on-year to 54,255 metric tons in May.
This is mainly due to an increase in landings of key tuna species during this period, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s export volume of squid rises, value drops in April
Argentina exported some 22,448 metric tons of squid in April worth $45.9 million, up 35% in volume but down 3% in value year-on-year compared to April 2020 figures, according to the data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
Additionally, this product’s average export price also fell by 29% y-o-y to $2.04 per kilogram, as the second chart below — the interactive version of which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s exports of hake up in April
Argentina exported some 7,744 metric tons of hake in January worth $18.1 million, up 24% in volume and 35% in value year-on-year compared to April 2020 figures, according to the data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
However, this product’s average export price remained unchanged y-o-y at $2.14 per kilogram, as the second chart below — the interactive version of which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Colombia’s total aquaculture production has almost tripled since 2010
Colombian total aquaculture production rose from 67,679 metric tons in 2010 to 179,351t in 2020, up around 165% in a decade, according to data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture and rural development.
Conversely, Colombia exported some 12,898t of aquaculture products in 2020, representing 7% only of the overall total exports during that period, as the second chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows page — shows.
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US imports of frozen tilapia fillets halve y-o-y in April
The US imported some 3,403 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets worth $13.6 million in April, down 53% in volume and 50% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Also, China accounted for 78% of this product’s total imports to the US during this period, according to the second chart below— which is also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam rise y-o-y in April
The US imported some 6,783 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $17.9 million in April, up by 50% in volume and 38% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price, however, decreased by 8% to $1.19 per pound when compared to April 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops rise y-o-y in April
The US imported some 1,510 metric tons of scallops worth $17.77 million in April, up by 47% in volume and 46% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average unit price remained mostly flat y-o-y at around $11.80 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China halve in April
The US imported some 850 metric tons of squid from China worth $3.7 million in April, down 48% in volume and 37% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, this product’s average import value increased slightly y-o-y to $4.39 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import volume, value drop in April
The US imported some 3,316 metric tons of squid worth $19.6 million in April, down 13% in volume and 3% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, this product’s average import value increased significantly by 12% to $5.92 per kilogram, its highest since January 2012, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster double in April
The US exported some 659 metric tons of live and fresh lobster in April, up 102% year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
In total, the export value of this product amounted to around $12 million, also up 114% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon halve y-o-y in April
The US exported some 578 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $4.7 million in April, down 60% in volume and 47% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased significantly by 33% y-o-y to $8.14 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Chilean frozen salmon fillets climb y-o-y in April
The US imported some 3,805 metric tons of Chilean frozen salmon fillets worth $38 million in April, up 36% in volume and 17% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average import value fell by 15% y-o-y to $10.00 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Chilean fresh salmon fillets rise y-o-y in April
The US imported some 12,178 metric tons of Chilean fresh salmon fillets worth $135.7 million in April, up 40% in volume and 46% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average import value also increased by 5% y-o-y to $11.14 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon slump y-o-y in April
The US exported some 523 metric tons of pink salmon worth $2.73 million in April, down % in volume and % in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased significantly by 36% y-o-y to $5.21 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan fall in April
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 7,333 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $18.5 million in April, down 16% in volume and 17% in value year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s average export value was $2.52 per kilogram, also down 2% when compared to April 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports drop y-o-y in April
The US exported some 49,610 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $145.7 million in April, down 6% in volume and 7% in value year-on-year, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average export price remained mostly flat at $2.93 per kilogram when compared to April 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings rise y-o-y in April
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna increased by 8% year-on-year to 87,954 metric tons in April.
This is mainly due to an increase in landings of key tuna species during this period, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings halve y-o-y in May
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 13,144 metric tons of illex squid in May, down 54% year-on-year.
Additionally, as of June 9, the fleet has landed around 612t, representing only 2% of the overall total landings during June last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings almost double in May
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 8,003 metric tons of red shrimp in May, up 87% year-on-year.
Besides, as of June 9, the fleet has landed around 1,148t, representing 7% only of the overall total landings during May last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Colombia’s shrimp production fell by 60% since 2010
Colombian total shrimp production fell from 12,576 metric tons in 2010 to 5,284t in 2020, down around 60% in a decade, according to the data published. the country’s ministry of agriculture and rural development.
Additionally, as of March 2021, Colombia has already produced 1,321t of shrimp, representing 54% of the overall total production during the previous year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Colombia notably upped fish, seafood production over last decade
According to data published by Colombia’s ministry of agriculture and rural development, the country increased its fish, seafood production by 165% from 67,679 metric tons in 2010 to 179,351t 2020.
Additionally, the production also increased by 8% year-on-year in 2020, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Norway’s exports of fresh haddock fall y-o-y
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council, Norway exported 7,508 metric tons of fresh haddock from Jan. 1 to May 30, down 18% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2020.
However, in week 21, the average export price of this product increased by 95% y-o-y to NOK 24.79 (€2.44) per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s exports of frozen cod rise y-o-y
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council, Norway exported 29,204 metric tons of frozen cod from Jan. 1 to May 30, up 32% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2020.
However, in week 21, the average export price of this product dropped by % y-o-y to NOK 32.28 (€3.18) per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s exports of fresh Atlantic cod climb y-o-y
Norway exported 35,609 metric tons of fresh Atlantic cod from Jan. 1 to May 30, up 43% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2020, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
In week 21, the average export price increased to NOK 36.17 (€3.56) per kilogram, also up by 7% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of coho salmon drop notably in Q1
The US exported some 235 metric tons of coho salmon during the first quarter of 2021 worth $1.3 million, down 72% in volume and 73% in value when compared to figures from the same period a year before, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average export volume also fell by 10% y-o-y to around $5.31 per kilogram in Q1 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s export volume of frozen herring rise y-o-y
Norway exported 66,144 metric tons of frozen herring from Jan. 1 to May 23, up 3% year-on-year compared to the same period of 2020, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
In week 20, the average export price increased to NOK 9.58 (€1.37) per kilogram, also up by 3% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s export volume of frozen mackerel of under 600g flat y-o-y
Norway exported 100,070 metric tons of frozen mackerel weighing under 600 grams from Jan. 1 to May 23, mostly flat year-on-year compared to 99,333t during the same period in 2020, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
In week 20, the average export price decreased to NOK 14.30 (€1.37) per kilogram, down 11% compared with the corresponding period of last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen tilapia fillets rise y-o-y in March
The US imported some 4,800 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets worth $19 million in March, up 33% in volume and 21% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Also, China accounted for 76% of this product’s total imports to the US during this period, according to the second chart below— which is also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
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US imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam surge y-o-y in March
The US imported some 9,524 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $25.4 million in March, up by 226% in volume and 239% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price, however, decreased by 8% to $1.20 per pound when compared to March 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan rise in March
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 8,029 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $18.8 million in March, up 19% in volume and 9% in value year-on-year.
However, this product’s average export value was $2.28 per kilogram, down 11% when compared to March 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports fall y-o-y in March
The US exported some 49,403 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $155.2 million in March, down 20% in volume and 19% in value year-on-year, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average export price increased by 2% to $3.14 per kilogram when compared to March 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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US squid import volume, value rise in March
The US imported some 4,585 metric tons of squid worth $26.2 million in March, up by 38% in volume and 35% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average unit price dropped by 2% to $5.70 per kilogram when compared to March 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops climb y-o-y in March
The US imported some 2,821 metric tons of scallops worth $29.3 million in March, up by 85% in volume and 64% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average unit price dropped by 12% to $10.37 per kilogram when compared to March 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Turkish bream rise y-o-y in Q1
The EU imported some 10,381 metric tons of fresh and chilled seabream from Turkey during the first quarter of 2021, up 12% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €37.2 million ($45.4m), slightly up from €36.9m in Q1 2019, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Turkish bass fall y-o-y in Q1
The EU imported some 4,787 metric tons of fresh and chilled seabass from Turkey during the first quarter of 2021, down 27% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €20.3 million ($24.7m), also down 19% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Norwegian rainbow trout dive y-o-y in Q1
The EU imported some 1,459 metric tons of farmed fresh rainbow trout from Norway during the first quarter of 2021, down 48% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €8.05 million ($9.85m), also down 31% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings halve y-o-y in April
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 4,355 metric tons of red shrimp in April, down 53% year-on-year.
Besides, as of May 15, the fleet has landed around 2,306t, representing 54% of the overall total landings during May last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of Ecuadorian skipjack tuna halve y-o-y in Q1
The EU imported some 7,455 metric tons of processed Ecuadorian skipjack tuna —in vegetable oil, whole or in pieces — during the first quarter of 2021, down 44% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €27.1 million ($32.9m), also down 45% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of live, fresh lobster rise significantly in Q1
The US exported some 3,026 metric tons of live and fresh lobster during the first quarter of 2021, up 82% year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
In total, the export value of this product amounted to around $54.6 million, also up 61% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of squid from China climb y-o-y in March
The US imported some 1,850 metric tons of squid from China worth $8.7 million in March, up 77% in volume and 88% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, the average import value increased by 3% y-o-y in March to $4.68 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Moroccan squid double in Q1
The EU imported some 6,233 metric tons of frozen squid from Morocco during the first quarter of 2021, up 112% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value of this product amounted to around €45.6 million ($55.2m), also up 110% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Ecuadorian shrimp drop in Q1
The EU imported some 26,948 metric tons of frozen shrimp from the Latin American country during the first quarter of 2021, down 5% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In total, the import value amounted to around €131.6 million ($159.6m), also down 21% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon drop y-o-y in March
The US exported some 1,287 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $10.3 million in March, down 36% in volume and 24% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased by 19% y-o-y in March to $8.01 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings drop y-o-y in March
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna remained dropped by 20% year-on-year to 55,238 metric tons (71,414t) in March.
This is mainly due to a decrease in landings of yellowfin, bigeye and skipjack tuna during this period, which fell by 23%, 53% and 16% to 18,189t, 2,626t and 34,030t, respectively, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon drop y-o-y in March
The US exported some 1,196 metric tons of pink salmon worth $6.1 million in March, down 15% in volume and in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value remained mostly stable at around $5.10 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen Chilean salmon fillets at highest in March
The US imported 4,356 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile in March, a new historical high since January 2018 and up 15% year-on-year and 37% compared to figures from the previous month, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
During the same period, however, the average import price for this product dropped again after falling to a new lowest in January, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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Asian tilapia production to grow 6% in 2021
According to data provided by Robins McIntosh, senior vice president at Charoen Pokphand Foods, tilapia production in Asia is expected to grow by 6% year-on-year to over 4.8 million metric tons in 2021.
Chinese tilapia production is also forecasted to increase by 6% to 1.8m tons as production in Indonesia is expected to grow by 8% to 1.3m tons this year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Americas tilapia production to grow 3% in 2021
According to data provided by Robins McIntosh, senior vice president at Charoen Pokphand Foods, tilapia production in Latin America is expected to grow by 3% year-on-year to around 946,500 metric tons.
Brazilian tilapia production is also forecasted to increase by 3% to 680,000t while production in Mexico is expected to remain flat at 120,000t this year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings climb y-o-y in March
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 37,844 metric tons of illex squid in March, up 128% year-on-year.
Additionally, as of Apr. 28, the fleet has landed around 19,920t, representing a 55% of the overall total landings during April last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon fall y-o-y in February
The US exported some 921 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $7.3 million in February, down 58% in volume and 47% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased by 28% y-o-y in February to $7.93 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius from Vietnam stay flat in 2020
The EU imported some 3,474 metric tons of frozen pangasius from Vietnam in 2020, staying mainly stable year-on-year compared to 3,449t in 2019, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value, however, decreased by 13% y-o-y to €5.98 million ($7.1m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings crash y-o-y in March
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 3,065 metric tons of red shrimp in March, down 70% year-on-year.
Besides, as of Apr. 21, the fleet has landed around 645t, representing only a 7% of the overall total landings during April last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU yellowfin tuna imports from Seychelles rise marginally in 2020
The EU imported some 16,803 metric tons of prepared or preserved yellowfin tuna from Seychelles in 2020, up 3% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also increased by 4% y-o-y to €82.5 million ($97.65m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of frozen Chilean salmon fillets rebounds in February
The US imported 3,178 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile in February, up 10% year-on-year but down 20% compared to figures from the previous month, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
During the same period, the average import price for this product increased by 3% after falling to a new lowest in January, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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Chinese exports of H&G frozen Alaska pollock drop significantly in 2020
China exported some 495,936 metric tons of headed and gutted (H&G) frozen Alaska pollock in 2020, down 28% year-on-year, according to data published by the Chinese customs.
This product’s export price to Russia, which receives almost all of the Asian giant exports of this product, also fell by 43% to $537 million in 2020, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops rise y-o-y in February
The US imported some 1,578 metric tons of scallops worth $18.1 million, up by 27% in volume and 19% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average unit price dropped by 6% to $11.49 per kilogram when compared to February 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China drop in February
The US imported some 1,775 metric tons of squid from China worth $8.15 million, down by 16% in volume and 10% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price also dropped by 8% to $4.59 per kilogram when compared to February 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import volume rises, value drops in February
The US imported some 4,939 metric tons of squid worth $19.5 million, up by 24% in volume but down 7% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average unit price increased by 6% to $5.61 per kilogram when compared to February 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreArgentina’s exports of hake rise in January
Argentina exported some 7,733 metric tons of hake in January worth $17.2 million, up 36% in volume and 12% in value year-on-year compared to January 2020 figures, according to the data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
However, this product’s average export price decreased by 17% to $2.23 per kilogram during this period, as the second chart below — the interactive version of which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s exports of squid climb y-o-y in January
Argentina exported some 512 metric tons of squid in January worth $1.48 million, up by 548% in volume and 788% in value compared to 2020 figures, according to the data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
It is worth noting that this is only the very start of the squid season, with exports typically peaking in February — last year, February export volumes came to 30,953t.
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Global farmed shrimp imports to rebound after 2020 slump
According to data published in Undercurrent News’ supply page and provided by Robins McIntosh, senior vice president at Charoen Pokphand Foods, global farmed shrimp production is expected to grow by 9% year-on-year to around 3.7 million metric tons.
McIntosh’ data suggests Asian shrimp production is forecast to increase by 11% to 2.44m tons, while production in Latin America is also expected to grow 8% to 1.1m tons this year, as the second chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam fall in 2020
The EU imported some 48,538 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam in 2020, down 30% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In terms of value, Vietnamese pangasius imports dropped by a considerable 46% y-o-y to €104 million ($123.6m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam rose y-o-y in January
The US imported some 10,128 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $24.8 million, up by 47% in volume and 27% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price, however, decreased by 13% to $1.11 per pound when compared to January 2020 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius from Vietnam stay flat, yet value plummets in 2020
The EU imported some 3,474 metric tons of frozen pangasius from Vietnam in 2020, staying mainly stable year-on-year compared to 3,449t in 2019, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value, however, decreased by 13% y-o-y to €5.98 million ($7.1m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US import value of fresh Chilean salmon fillets continued rise in January
The US imported 12,672 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile in January, up 15% year-on-year, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average import price for this product also rose significantly after hitting rock-bottom in November 2020, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings stay flat y-o-y in February
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna remained mostly flat year-on-year at over 70,000 metric tons (71,414t) in February.
Landings of yellowfin and black skipjack tuna increased y-o-y by 31% and 127%, respectively, to 32,905t and 299t during this period, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Asian farmed shrimp production to grow 11% in 2021
According to data published in Undercurrent News’ supply page and provided by Robins McIntosh, senior vice president at Charoen Pokphand Foods, farmed shrimp production in Asia is expected to grow by 11% year-on-year to around 2.44 million metric tons.
Indian shrimp production is forecast to increase by 5% to 600,000t, while production in China and Vietnam are also expected to grow by 14% and 10% to 570,000t and 510,000t respectively this year.
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Chinese exports of Alaska pollock fillets, blocks crash due to COVID-19
China exported some 152,320 metric tons of Alaska pollock fillets and blocks in 2020, down 42% year-on-year, according to data published by the Chinese customs.
Exports to Germany accounted for almost half of all China’s exports of this product, ranking first with a total of around 70,736t. However, exports to Germany also fell by 43% y-o-y, as the second chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Chilean salmon down 5% in 2020
The US imported some 159,005 metric tons of Chilean Atlantic salmon in 2020, a 5% decrease year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Imports of fresh salmon from the Latin American country accounted for 80% of the total, with frozen accounting for the remaining 20%, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Alaska pollock from the US increase in 2020
The EU imported some 10,606 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock from the US in 2020, up 20% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also increased by 32% y-o-y to €20.03 million ($23.7m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan dive in 2020
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 49,930 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $12.74 million in 2020, down 30% year-on-year.
Additionally, this product’s total export value was $125.9 million, also down 35% when compared to 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Vietnamese pangasius exports at lowest in recent years
In total, Vietnam exported some 38,263 metric tons of pangasius in January, down 20% and 49% year-on-year compared to 2020 and 2019 figures, data published by Vietnam customs shows.
Additionally, exports to China and Hong Kong, which ranked first, also fell y-o-y by 19% and 46%, respectively, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Americas farmed shrimp production to grow 8% in 2021
According to data published in Undercurrent News‘ supply page and provided by Robins McIntosh, senior vice president at Charoen Pokphand Foods, farmed shrimp production in Latin America is expected to grow by 8% year-on-year to around 1.1 million metric tons.
Ecuadorian shrimp production is forecasted to increase by 6% to 750,000t, as production in Mexico also is by 8% to 130,000t this year.
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EU frozen yellowfin tuna imports from Philippines skyrocket in 2020
The EU imported some 13,016 metric tons of frozen yellowfin tuna from the Philippines in 2020, up 358% year-on-year compared to 2,839t in 2019, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also increased by 341% y-o-y to €30 million ($19.6m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared, preserved Chilean mussels fall in 2020
The EU imported some 5,924 metric tons of prepared or preserved Chilean mussels — in airtight containers — in 2020, down 21% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also dropped by 22% y-o-y to €16.7 million ($19.6m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of chum salmon dive in 2020
The US exported some 18,371 metric tons of chum salmon in 2020, down 42% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, this product’s total export value also fell by 46% y-o-y to $46.8 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Norway’s prepared, preserved herring rise in 2020
The EU imported some 26,322 metric tons of prepared or preserved — whole or in pieces, but not minced — herring from Norway, up 8% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also increased by 8% y-o-y to €28.4 million ($33.3m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon halve in 2020
The US exported some 37,277 metric tons of pink salmon in 2020, down 48% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, this product’s total export value also fell by 35% y-o-y to $139.6 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled Nile perch from Uganda drop in 2020
The EU imported some 5,797 metric tons of fresh or chilled Nile perch from Uganda in 2020, down 40% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also dropped by 16% y-o-y to €30.1 million ($35.3m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US sockeye salmon exports fall in 2020
The US exported some 45,126 metric tons of sockeye salmon in 2020, down 9% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, this product’s total export value also fell by 21% y-o-y to $326 million, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Faroese frozen mackerel dive in 2020
The EU imported some 15,339 metric tons of frozen mackerel from the Faroe Islands in 2020, down 29% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also fell by 28% y-o-y to €25.6 million ($30.16m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of coho salmon fall y-o-y in 2020
The US exported some 4,879 metric tons of coho salmon in 2020, down 26% year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, this product’s total export value also decreased by 24% to $22.5 million compared to 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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EU imports of Norwegian rainbow trout almost double in 2020
The EU imported some 12,895 metric tons of Norwegian farmed fresh rainbow trout in 2020, up 87% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also increased by 55% y-o-y to €60.8 million ($39.9m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings drop y-o-y in February
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 40,749 metric tons of illex squid in February, down 5% year-on-year.
Additionally, as of Mar. 17, the fleet has landed around 22,937t, already over 6,300t compared to the overall total landings during March last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen haddock from Norway dive in 2020
The EU imported some 12,895 metric tons of frozen haddock from Norway in 2020, down 39% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s total import value also dropped by 48% y-o-y to €33.8 million ($39.9m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports drop y-o-y in January
The US exported some 1,178 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $3.6 million in January, down 21% in volume and 24% in value year-on-year, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Also, the average export price also fell by 3% to $3.11 per kilogram when compared to January 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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EU imports of Norway’s fresh, chilled Atlantic salmon rise in 2020
The EU imported some 705,362 metric tons of fresh and chilled Atlantic salmon from Norway in 2020, up 6% year-on-year despite the pandemic, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the product’s total import value dropped by 8% y-o-y to €3.72 billion during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen lobster from Canada increase despite pandemic
The EU imported some 865 metric tons of frozen lobster from Canada in 2020, up 4% year-on-year despite the pandemic, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the product’s total import value dropped by 9% y-o-y to €18.8 million ($22.4m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Moroccan frozen squid double in 2020
The EU imported some 18,352 metric tons of frozen squid from Morocco in 2020, up by 97% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value increased by 47% y-o-y to €122.2 million ($145.4m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of US live lobster halve in 2020
The EU imported some 1,289 metric tons of live lobster from the US in 2020, down by 50% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value dropped by 50% y-o-y to €20.33 million ($24.2m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Moroccan squid skyrocket in 2020
The EU imported some 2,325 metric tons of live fresh or chilled squid from Morocco in 2020, significantly up by 588% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, the product’s total import value increased by 488% y-o-y to €20.48 million ($24.42m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s fish, seafood total exports rise in 2020
Argentina exported some 488,410 metric tons of fish and seafood in 2020, up 3% year-on-year, according to data published by the country’s ministry of agriculture, livestock and fisheries.
However, the total export value dropped by 9% y-o-y to €1.69 billion ($1.91bn) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen squid from Falklands crash in 2020
The EU imported some 56,138 metric tons of frozen squid from the Falkland Islands in 2020, significantly down by 30% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, the product’s total import value dropped by 8% y-o-y to €200.2 million ($238m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared, preserved herring from Norway fall in 2020
The EU imported some 23,624 metric tons of prepared and preserved Norwegian herring in 2020, down by 3% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the product’s total import value rose by 8% y-o-y to €28.3 million ($33.6m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of skipjack tuna from Ecuador drop in 2020
The EU imported some 41,532 metric tons of processed Ecuadorian skipjack tuna —in vegetable oil, whole or in pieces — in 2020, down by 26% year-on-year, according to the data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The product’s total import value fell by 32% y-o-y to €154 million ($183.6m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings fall y-o-y in February
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 9,529 metric tons of red shrimp in February, down 22% year-on-year.
Besides, as of Mar. 10, the fleet has landed around 1,308t, representing 13% of the overall total landings during March last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings rise y-o-y in January
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna increased by 26% year-on-year to 38,691 metric tons in January.
Landings of yellowfin, skipjack and Pacific bluefin tuna increased y-o-y by 47%, 17% and 200%, respectively, to 16,584t, 16,992t and 3,026t during the same period, as the first chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled yellowfin tuna from Maldives crash in 2020
The EU imported some 641 metric tons of fresh and chilled yellowfin tuna from Maldives in 2020, down 47% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The product’s total import value fell by 46% y-o-y to €5.49 million ($6.54m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports from China fall in January
The US imported some 2,089 metric tons of squid from China worth $9.3 million in January, down 28% in volume and 27% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, this product’s average import value remained mostly stable y-o-y at over $4.40 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled hake from Namibia halve in 2020
The EU imported some 1,062 metric tons of fresh and chilled hake from Namibia in 2020, down 58% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The product’s total import value fell by 49% y-o-y to €5.4 million ($6.4m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen hake fillets from Argentina drop in 2020
The EU imported some 21,925 metric tons of frozen hake fillets from Argentina in 2020, down 5% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The product’s total import value dropped by 14% y-o-y to €60.5 million ($71.8m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import volume rises, value drops in January
The US imported some 4,939 metric tons of squid worth $27.7 million in January, up 34% in volume but down 3% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also fell by 5% to $5.61 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Norwegian prepared, preserved herring rise in 2020
The EU imported some 26,322 metric tons of prepared and preserved herring from Norway in 2020, up 8% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, this product’s total import value increased by 8% y-o-y to €28.4 million ($33.8m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US Alaska pollock catches show significant drop
The US has caught around 226,815t of Alaska pollock so far in A season, 17% of the total quota allocation for both A and B seasons, according to data up to Feb. 27 and available on Undercurrent News’ supply page.
Last year at this very point, the US had already caught 24% of the quota, which means catches are slowing down this year.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of frozen Alaska pollock fillets from China fall in 2020
The EU imported some 141,482 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock fillets from China in 2020, down 18% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, this product’s total import value fell by 14% y-o-y to €394.4 million ($470.7m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen scallops from the US halve in 2020
The EU imported some 883 metric tons of frozen scallops from the US in 2020, down 52% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, this product’s total import value fell by 43% y-o-y to €13.7 million ($16.4m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen sardines from Morocco climb in 2020
The EU imported some 45,877 metric tons of frozen sardines from Morocco in 2020, up 27% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Also, this product’s total import value rose by 24% y-o-y to €35.3 million ($42.5m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen mussels from New Zealand drop in 2020
The EU imported some 3,219 metric tons of frozen mussels from New Zealand in 2020, down 28% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import value also dropped by 25% y-o-y to €19.6 million ($23.6m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentina’s illex squid landings climb y-o-y in January
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 10,375 metric tons of illex squid in January, up 84% year-on-year.
Besides, the fleet landed around 171,158t in 2020, also up 78% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of Moroccan frozen octopus increase despite pandemic
The EU imported some 34,185 metric tons of frozen octopus from Morocco in 2020, up 11% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s total import value dropped by 12% y-o-y to €243.45 million ($292.1m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared, preserved shrimp from Greenland rise in 2020
The EU imported some 21,064 metric tons of prepared, preserved shrimp from Greenland in 2020, up 14% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s import value dropped slightly to €151.8 million ($190m) during the same period, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEastern Pacific tuna landings drop in 2020
According to data published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna dropped by 9% year-on-year to a total of 596,182 metric tons in 2020.
Landings of yellowfin and skipjack tuna dropped y-o-y by 3% and 10%, respectively, to 217,227t and 318,738t, compared with figures from the previous year, as landings of bigeye, bonitos, black skipjack also did to 49,558t, 3,158t and 3,279t.
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China imports 1.42m metric tons of fishmeal in 2020
China’s fishmeal imports in 2020 were level with 2019 at 1.42 million metric tons, according to Chinese customs data.
The value of imports came to $1.95bn, down 1% compared with 2019, the data compiled by Undercurrent News shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
Norway’s exports of frozen mackerel of over 600g crash in 2020
Norway exported some 3,984 metric tons of frozen mackerel weighing over 600 grams in 2020, down 65% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value for this period also dropped by 62% y-o-y to NOK 89,217 (€8,645) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import volume, value drop in 2020
The US imported some 44,933 metric tons of squid worth $239 million in 2020, slightly down by 25% in volume and 24% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
In December, the total import volume also fell by 21% to 4,398t, while its average per kilogram increased by 8% y-o-y to $5.65/kg, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreNorway’s frozen haddock exports fall in 2020
Norway exported some 37,654 metric tons of frozen haddock in 2020, down 7% year-on-year compared to 2019, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value during the year also fell by 8% y-o-y to NOK 1.09m (€129,700) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s frozen cod exports stayed mostly flat in 2020
Norway exported some 57,938 metric tons of frozen cod in 2020, only up 1% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value for this period also rose very slightly y-o-y to NOK 2.16 million (€210,803) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s fresh haddock exports climb in 2020
Norway exported some 17,828 metric tons of fresh haddock in 2020, up 12% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value for this period also rose by 3% y-o-y to NOK 312,632 (€30,607) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings drop y-o-y in January
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 19,694 metric tons of red shrimp in January, down 15% year-on-year.
Besides, as of Feb. 3, the fleet has landed around 2,094t, representing 15% of the overall total landings during February last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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Norway’s exports of frozen herring slump in 2020
Norway exported some 127,730 metric tons of frozen herring in 2020, down 33% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value for this period fell by 23% y-o-y to NOK 996,469 (€98,053) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norwegian exports of fresh Atlantic cod rise in 2020
Norway exported some 36,946 metric tons of fresh Atlantic cod in 2020, up 5% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The total export value for this period rose by 2% y-o-y to NOK 1.46 million (€143,765) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen cod from the US dive in first weeks of 2021
The EU imported some 567 metric tons of frozen cod from the US from Jan. 1 to Jan. 31, down 42% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also dropped significantly by 55% y-o-y to €1.75 ($2.12) per kilogram in week four of 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Norway’s exports of frozen mackerel of under 600g climb in 2020
Norway exported some 283,652 metric tons of frozen mackerel weighing under 600 grams in 2020, up 36% year-on-year compared to 2019 figures, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
Additionally, the total export value for this period also rose by 18% y-o-y to NOK 4.63 million (€449,579) as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen herring from Norway slump in first weeks of 2021
The EU imported some 1,173 metric tons of frozen herring from Norway from Jan. 1 to Jan. 31, down 52% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value increased by 19% y-o-y to €1.04 ($1.26) per kilogram in week four of 2021, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared sardines from Morocco drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 29,494 metric tons of prepared or preserved sardines in olive oil from Morocco between Jan. 1 and Dec. 20, 2020, down 8% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value increased by 3% y-o-y to €4.13 ($4.99) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen lobster from Canada fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 3,114 metric tons of frozen lobster from Canada from Jan. 1 to Dec. 27, down 5% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, the average import value of this product also dropped by 19% y-o-y to €11.39 ($13.71) per kilogram in week 52, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page —shows.
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EU imports of frozen hake from South Africa increase y-o-y
The EU imported some 15,202 metric tons of frozen hake from South Africa from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, up 31% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import price for this product fell by 7% y-o-y to €2.84 ($3.42) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page —shows.
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US imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam increase 10% in 2020
The US imported some 58,036 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $157.5 million, up by 10% in volume but down 24% in value compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the US imported some 7,452 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $18.3 million in December, up by 73% in volume and 42% in value y-o-y.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
Eastern Pacific tuna landings drop y-o-y in December
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna dropped by 16% year-on-year to 28,028 metric tons in December.
Landings of bigeye and skipjack tuna dropped y-o-y by 20% and 27%, respectively, to 2,896t and 14,051t, compared with figures from the previous year.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
US imports of frozen tilapia fillets drop y-o-y in November
The US imported some 6,515 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets worth $22 million, down 31% in volume and 32% in value compared to figures from November 2019, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Also, China accounted for 85% of this product’s total imports to the US during this period — which is also available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of dried, salted cod from Norway drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 23,105 metric tons of dried and salted cod from Norway from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, down 11% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price for this product also decreased by 17% y-o-y to €7.53 ($9.03) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below —which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page —shows.
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EU imports of frozen sockeye salmon from the US fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 9,729 metric tons of frozen sockeye salmon from the US from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, down 17% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 51, the average import value of this product also fell by 24% y-o-y to €2.96 ($3.56) per kilogram, as the chart below —which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page —shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan surge y-o-y in November
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 5,017 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $12.74 million in November, more than doubling imports over the same period of 2019.
Additionally, this product’s total export value was $12.74 million in November, also up 98% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of fresh, chilled redfish from Iceland fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 11,091 metric tons of fresh, chilled redfish from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, down 2% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price also dropped by 15% to €2.14 ($2.58) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of frozen cod fillets from China drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 13,361 metric tons of frozen cod fillets from China from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, down by 15% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 51, the average import value of this product decreased by 25% y-o-y to €3.97 ($4.81) per kilogram, as the chart below —which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page —shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled Atlantic halibut from Norway drop
The EU imported some 1,644 metric tons of fresh, chilled Atlantic halibut from Norway from Jan 1. to Dec. 20, down 21% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 51, the average import value of this product also fell by 35% y-o-y to €6.27 ($7.60) per kilogram, as the chart below —which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page —shows.
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US Alaska pollock exports rise y-o-y in November
The US exported some 22,627 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $60.98 million in November, up 59% in volume and 88% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Besides, the average export price also rose by 17% to $2.69 per kilogram when compared to November 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen hoki fillets from New Zealand drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 8,542 metric tons of frozen blue grenadier (hoki) fillets from New Zealand from Jan 1. to Dec. 20, down 34% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price also fell by 29% to €3.30 ($4.00) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh halibut from Greenland slightly fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 33,238 metric tons of fresh, chilled Greenland halibut from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, a slight decrease of around 200t y-o-y, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, this product’s average import value also decreased by 12% y-o-y to €4.50 ($5.47) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of coho salmon rise y-o-y in November
The US exported some 584 metric tons of coho salmon worth $2.86 million in November, up 28% in volume and 57% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Additionally, the average export price also increased by 21% to $4.88 per kilogram when compared to November 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen saithe from Norway fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 15,705 metric tons of frozen saithe from Norway from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, down 10% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Additionally, the average import price also fell by 11% y-o-y to €1.49 ($1.81) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of skipjack tuna from Ecuador significantly drop
The EU imported some 41,236 metric tons of processed Ecuadorian skipjack tuna —in vegetable oil, whole or in pieces — from Jan 1. to Dec. 27, down by 26% year-on-year, according to the data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price of this product also fell by 4% to €3.89 ($4.74) per kilogram in week 52, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of Chinese squid fall y-o-y
The US imported some 2,004 metric tons of squid from China worth $8.88 million in November, down 6% in volume and 7% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average unit value remained flat y-o-y at over $4.40 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 48,358 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam from Jan. 1 to Dec. 27 down 30% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price also dropped by 40% to €1.50 ($1.82) per kilogram in week 52, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops up y-o-y in November
The US imported some 1,539 metric tons of scallops worth $17.76 million in November, up 36% in volume and 5% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average import value fell by 23% y-o-y to $11.54 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen herring from Norway fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 22,903 metric tons of frozen herring from Norway from Jan. 1 to Dec. 27, down 5% compared to the same period of 2019, data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products shows.
In week 52, the average import value of this product also fell by 15% y-o-y to €0.75 ($0.91) per kilogram, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of Faroese frozen mackerel drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 15,579 metric tons of frozen mackerel from the Faroe Islands between Jan. 1 and Dec. 20, 2020, down 27% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s average import value also dropped by 9% y-o-y to €1.46 ($1.77) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon drop y-o-y in November
The US exported some 2,225 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $18.18 million in November, down 27% in volume and 21% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased by 9% y-o-y in November to $8.16 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen saithe fillets from Iceland drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 9,699 metric tons of frozen saithe fillets from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, down 16% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price for this product also dropped by 24% y-o-y to €2.96 ($3.58) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius from Vietnam remain flat y-o-y
The EU imported some 3,416 metric tons of frozen pangasius from Vietnam from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, flat year-on-year as exports during the same period of 2019 amounted to 3,426t, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
However, according to the European Market Observatory data for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products, the average import price dropped by 30% y-o-y to €1.33 ($) per kilogram in week 51.
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US import value of Chilean fresh, frozen Atlantic salmon fillets at lowest in recent years
The US imported 11,527 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets and 3,405t of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile in November, up 33% and 34%, respectively, year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average import price for these products fell to its lowest in recent years, as the two charts below — which are available on Undercurrent News’ data page — show.
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EU imports of frozen hake fillets from Namibia fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 44,668 metric tons of frozen hake fillets from Namibia from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, down 13% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import price for this product increased by 2% to €4.90 ($5.95) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon drop y-o-y in November
The US exported some 1,410 metric tons of pink salmon worth $7.63 million in November, down 39% in volume and 45% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased by 24% y-o-y to $5.41 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of preserved sardines from Morocco drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 29,494 metric tons of prepared and preserved sardines from Morocco between Jan. 1 and Dec. 20, 2020, down 15% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value increased by 13% y-o-y to €3.58 ($4.36) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen herring fillets from Norway climb y-o-y
The EU imported some 43,132 metric tons of frozen herring fillets from Norway from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, up 74% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price also rose by 11% to €1.56 ($1.90) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid import volume drops, value remains stable in November
The US imported some 4,444 metric tons of squid worth $24.3 million in November, slightly down by 2% in volume year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the total import value remained stable at over $24m, while its average per kilogram increased by 3% to $5.47/kg, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings fall y-o-y in November
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna dropped by 20% year-on-year to 27,207 metric tons in November.
Landings of almost all main tuna species also decreased y-o-y, according to the data. Bigeye, yellowfin and skipjack tuna landings dropped by 40%, 3% and 24%, respectively, to 1,898t, 7,761t and 16,982t, compared with figures from the previous year.
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EU imports of frozen tilapia from China drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 10,061 metric tons of frozen tilapia from China from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, down 14% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import price remained stable at over €1.30 ($1.58) per kilogram in week 50, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU imports of prepared, preserved Chilean mussels rise y-o-y
According to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products, the EU imported some 32,402 metric tons of prepared, preserved — not in airtight containers — mussels from Chile from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, up by 18% year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value dropped by 9% y-o-y to €2.33 ($2.85) per kilogram in week 50, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen tilapia fillets from China drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 7,920 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets from China from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, down 32% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import price for this product remained stable y-o-y at over €1.30 ($1.60) per kilogram in week 50, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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Argentine red shrimp landings fall y-o-y in December
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 17,851 metric tons of red shrimp in December, down 8% year-on-year.
In total, the Argentinian fleet landed some 172,702 metric tons in 2020, down 20% compared to 2019’s figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled Atlantic salmon from Norway increase y-o-y
The EU imported some 677,365 metric tons of fresh and chilled Atlantic salmon from Norway from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, up 5% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value dropped by 35% to €4.44 ($5.45) per kilogram in week 50, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU frozen Alaska pollock imports from the US rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 10,357 metric tons of Alaska pollock from the US from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, up 20% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value remained stable y-o-y at over €1.80 ($2.21) per kilogram in week 50, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of seabass from Turkey drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 22,413 metric tons of fresh and chilled seabass from Turkey from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, down 13% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value rose by 15% y-o-y to €4.23 ($5.18) per kilogram in week 50, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of seabream from Turkey rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 35,082 metric tons of fresh and chilled seabream from Turkey from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, up by 3% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value fell by 11% y-o-y to €3.49 ($4.29) per kilogram in week 50, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen monkfish from Namibia remain flat y-o-y
The EU imported 2,808 metric tons of frozen monkfish from Namibia from Jan. 1 to Dec. 20, only up by 2t compared to the same period of 2019, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value decreased by 8% y-o-y to €7.84 ($9.62) per kilogram in week 51, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen shrimp from Ecuador rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 119,454 metric tons of frozen shrimp from Ecuador from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, up 21% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import value of this product decreased by 15% y-o-y to €5.14 ($6.30) per kilogram in week 50, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen cod fillets from Iceland drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 20,879 metric tons of frozen cod fillets from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, down 44% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 50, the average import value of this product also decreased by 4% to €6.71 ($8.22) per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU imports of frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 29,457 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, up by 35% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 50, the average import value of this product also decreased by 13% to €2.35 ($2.86) per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU imports of frozen mackerel fillets from Iceland triple y-o-y
The EU imported some 9,145 metric tons of frozen mackerel fillets from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, almost tripling figures from the same period of time last year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import value, however, remained flat at over €2.50 ($3.05) per kilogram in week 50, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan flat y-o-y in October
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan remained flat year-on-year in October at over 6,300 metric tons.
However, this product’s total export value was $14.99 million in October, down 10% compared to the same period of 2019.
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Argentine red shrimp landings fall y-o-y in November
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 10,000 metric tons of red shrimp in November, down 14% year-on-year.
In total, the Argentinian fleet landed some 153,447 metric tons from January to November, down 2% compared to the same period of 2019, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
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US exports of chum salmon halve y-o-y in October
The US exported some 2,132 metric tons of chum salmon worth $4.9 million in October, down 50% in volume and 49% in value, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average export value remained stable at around $2.30 per kilogram compared to October 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared, preserved herring from Norway rise
The EU imported some 23,849 metric tons of prepared or preserved herring from Norway from Jan. 1 to Dec. 6, up 4% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 49, the average import value of this product came to €1.27 ($1.55) per kilogram, up 11% year-on-year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile rise in October
The US imported some 12,856 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile worth $105.88 million in October, up 44% in volume and 24% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average import price fell by 14% to $8.23 per kilogram compared to October 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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Norway’s export volume of frozen mackerel of under 600g significantly increase y-o-y
Norway exported 268,113 metric tons of frozen mackerel weighing under 600 grams from Jan. 1 to Dec. 13, up 34% year-on-year, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
In week 50, the average export price decreased to NOK 15.06 (€1.40) per kilogram, down 13% compared with the corresponding period of last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile significantly increase in October
The US imported some 3,875 metric tons of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile worth $40.6 million in October, up 60% in volume and 37% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average import price fell by 12% to $10.73 per kilogram compared to October 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled yellowfin tuna from Maldives halve y-o-y
The EU imported some 549 metric tons of fresh or chilled yellowfin tuna from the Maldives from Jan. 1 to Nov. 22, down 49% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 47, the average import value of this product came to €7.85 ($9.60) per kilogram, down 2% year-on-year.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings fall y-o-y in October
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna dropped by 30% year-on-year to 56,484 metric tons in October.
Landings of almost all main tuna species also decreased y-o-y, according to the data. Bonitos, bigeye, skipjack and yellowfin tuna landings dropped by 77%, 63%, 30%, and 20%, respectively, compared with figures from the previous year.
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EU imports of rainbow trout from Norway almost double y-o-y
The EU has imported some 12,554 metric tons of Norwegian farmed fresh rainbow trout from Jan. 1 to Nov. 22, up by 90% and almost doubling imports over the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 47, the average import value of rainbow trout came to €4.27 ($5.19) per kilogram, down 12% year-on-year.
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US Alaska pollock exports drop y-o-y in October
The US exported some 36,744 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $97.39 million in October, down 14% in volume and 22% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Besides, the average export price also fell by 9% to $2.65 per kilogram when compared to October 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen Alaska pollock fillets from China decrease y-o-y
The EU imported some 129,758 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock fillets from China from Jan 1. to Nov. 22, down 17% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In addition, this product’s average import also decreased by 13% y-o-y to €2.55 ($3.10) per kilogram in week 48, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreUS exports of coho salmon halve y-o-y in October
The US exported some 890 metric tons of coho salmon worth $4.08 million in October, down 56% in volume and 50% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average unit price increased by 15% to $4.58 per kilogram when compared to October 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ data page — shows.
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EU prepared, preserved yellowfin tuna imports from Seychelles rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 15,370 metric tons of prepared or preserved yellowfin tuna from Seychelles from Jan. 1 to Nov. 29, slightly up by 2% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In addition, this product’s average import also increased by 6% y-o-y to €4.94 ($5.99) per kilogram in week 48, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled Namibian hake halve y-o-y
The EU imported some 902 metric tons of fresh, chilled Namibian hake from Jan. 1 to Nov. 22, down 56% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import remarkably increased by 41% y-o-y to €5.71 ($6.91) per kilogram in week 47, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of sockeye salmon remain flat y-o-y in October
The US exported some 3,243 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $25.46 million in October, flat at over 3,200t in volume but still up 3% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
The average export value also increased by 2% y-o-y to $7.85 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of prepared, preserved shrimp from Greenland rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 19,189 metric tons of prepared or preserved shrimp from Greenland from Jan. 1 to Nov. 29, up 10% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import price fell by 19% y-o-y to €6.70 ($8.13) per kilogram in week 48, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US exports of pink salmon crash y-o-y in October
The US exported some 3,140 metric tons of pink salmon worth $10 million in October, down 70% in volume and 65% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average export value increased by 13% y-o-y to $3.18 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen redfish fillets from Iceland drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 1,177 metric tons of frozen redfish fillets from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Nov. 22, down 32% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s average import price also fell by 19% y-o-y to €5.60 ($6.79) per kilogram in week 47, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US squid imports drop y-o-y in October
The US imported some 4,256 metric tons of squid worth $23.04 million in October, down 16% in volume and 14% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average import value increased by 3% y-o-y to $5.41 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen squid from China drop significantly y-o-y
The EU imported some 10,663 metric tons of frozen squid from China from Jan 1. to Nov. 22, down 43% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s average import price also fell by 2% y-o-y to €4.08 ($4.94) per kilogram in week 47, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of scallops rise y-o-y in October
The US imported some 1,688 metric tons of scallops worth $19.56 million in October, up 19% in volume but down 8% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
The average import value dropped by 14% y-o-y to $11.58 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen haddock from Norway fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 12,505 metric tons of frozen haddock from Norway, from Jan. 1 to Nov. 29, down 35% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s average import price also fell by 14% y-o-y to €2.07 ($2.52) per kilogram in week 48, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen sardines from Morocco drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 29,795 metric tons of frozen sardines from Morocco from Jan. 1 to Nov. 22, down 11% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import price remained flat y-o-y at €0.79 ($0.96) per kilogram in week 47.
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EU imports of frozen hake fillets from Argentina drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 20,330 metric tons of frozen hake fillets from Argentina from Jan. 1 to Nov. 22, down 7% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import price decreased by 13% y-o-y to €2.48 ($2.99) per kilogram in week 47.
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US average import price of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile reaches lowest level
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration data, the US average import price of frozen Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile fell further to $10.65 per kilogram in September, the lowest level in the last three years.
The US imported some 2,851 metric tons of this product worth $30.4 million in September, down 4% in volume and 13% in value year-on-year, as the chart below — which is now available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled saithe from Norway rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 17,774 metric tons of fresh or chilled saithe from Norway from Jan. 1 to Nov. 22, up 4% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import price for this product decreased by 25% y-o-y to €1.12 ($1.34) per kilogram in week 47.
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US imports of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile rise y-o-y in September
The US imported some 11,194 metric tons of fresh Atlantic salmon fillets from Chile worth $94.7 million in September, up 10% in volume but down 13% in value year-on-year, according to the data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price dropped by 21% to $8.46 per kilogram compared to September 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is now available on Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen mussels from New Zealand drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 3,042 metric tons of frozen mussels from New Zealand from Jan. 1 to Nov. 15, down 25% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price for this product also decreased by 21% y-o-y to €5.06 ($6.06) per kilogram in week 46.
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Argentine red shrimp landings decrease y-o-y
According to official data published by the Argentinian ministry of agriculture, livestock and fishing, the Argentinian fleet landed some 143,447 metric tons of red shrimp from January to October, down 22% year-on-year.
Besides, as of Nov. 18, the fleet has landed around 2,986t, representing only 15% of the overall total landings during November last year, as the chart below — which is available on Undercurrent News‘ supply page — shows.
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Norway’s frozen herring exports significantly drop y-o-y
Norway exported some 107,826 metric tons of frozen herring from Jan. 1 to Nov. 22, down 33% year-on-year, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
However, the average export price for this product increased by 6% y-o-y to NOK 6.86 (€0.65/$0.77) per kilogram in week 47.
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Norway’s frozen haddock exports drop y-o-y
Norway exported some 34,711 metric tons of frozen haddock from Jan. 1 to Nov. 22, down 7% year-on-year, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
Besides, the average export price for this product also decreased by 9% to NOK 27.90 (€2.64/$3.15) per kilogram in week 47.
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EU imports of frozen cod from the US fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 7,930 metric tons of frozen cod from the US from Jan 1. to Nov. 1, down 26% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price for this product also fell by 31% y-o-y to €2.64 ($3.14) per kilogram in week 44, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen hake from South Africa rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 13,257 metric tons of frozen hake from South Africa from Jan. 1 to Nov. 1, up 38% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price for this product also increased by 6% y-o-y to €2.95 ($3.52) per kilogram in week 44.
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EU imports of dried, salted cod from Norway fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 19,034 metric tons of dried and salted cod from Norway from Jan. 1 to Nov. 1, down 13% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price for this product also decreased by 12% y-o-y to €7.82 ($9.29) per kilogram in week 44.
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EU imports of frozen tilapia fillets from China drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 7,095 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets from China from Jan. 1 to Nov. 8, down 37% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price for this product also decreased by 13% y-o-y to €1.75 ($2.08) per kilogram in week 45.
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US exports of coho salmon fall y-o-y in September
The US exported some 968 metric tons of coho salmon worth $3.53 million in September, down 37% in volume and 46% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Besides, the average unit price also decreased by 14% to $3.65 per kilogram when compared to September 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled cod from Norway fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 41,258 metric tons of fresh or chilled cod from Norway from Jan 1. to Nov. 8, down 4% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price for this product also decreased by 8% y-o-y to €3.81 ($4.52) per kilogram in week 45.
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EU frozen Alaska pollock imports from the US rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 8,962 metric tons of Alaska pollock from the US from Jan. 1 to Nov. 1, up 15% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s average import value also increased by 9% y-o-y to €1.83 ($2.17) per kilogram in week 44.
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EU imports of frozen redfish from Iceland drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 3,843 metric tons of frozen redfish from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Nov. 1, down 19% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s average import value also fell by 13% y-o-y to €2.86 ($3.39) per kilogram in week 44. Week-on-week, however, it increased by 6%, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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US imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam rise y-o-y in September
The US imported some 4,467 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $12 million, up by 46% in volume and 43% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price, however, decreased by 15% to $1.26 per pound when compared to September 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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By María Feijóo
EU imports of preserved sardines from Morocco drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 23,497 metric tons of prepared and preserved sardines from Morocco from Jan 1. to Oct. 18, down 13% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value increased by 2% y-o-y to €3.31 ($3.94) per kilogram in week 42.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan halve in September
The US exported some 4,845 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $11.48 million in September, down 48% in volume and 55% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Besides, the average export value also decreased by 14% y-o-y to $2.36 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen mackerel from the Faroe Islands fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 12,409 metric tons of frozen mackerel from the Faroe Islands from Jan. 1 to Oct. 17, down 30% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
This product’s average import value also dropped by 7% y-o-y to €1.63 ($1.93) per kilogram in week 42.
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EU imports of frozen cod from Russia rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 43,338 metric tons of frozen cod from Russia from Jan. 1 to Oct. 18, up 9% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value dropped by 17% y-o-y to €3.22 ($3.82) per kilogram in week 42.
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US chum salmon export volume drops, average price rises in September
The US exported some 2,773 metric tons of chum salmon worth $7.49 million in September, down 32% in volume and 29% in value compared with the same period last year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, the average export value rose by 4% y-o-y to $2.70 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreBy Louis Harkell
Fishmeal prices drop in China on bumper Peruvian anchovy quota
Prices of Peruvian superprime fishmeal in China fell by CNY 400 per metric ton ($60/t) this week after Peru announced its bumper second season anchovy quota.
According to Undercurrent News’ price dashboard, this week — week 46 — average offer prices stood at CNY 11,550/t for the marine ingredient held in Shanghai port.
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US exports of sockeye salmon nearly halved in September y-o-y
The US exported some 4,766 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $36.8 million in September, down 41% in volume and 43% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit value also fell by 5% y-o-y to $7.70 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled Atlantic salmon from Norway increase y-o-y
The EU imported some 543,789 metric tons of fresh and chilled Atlantic salmon from Norway from Jan. 1 to Oct. 18, up 3% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value dropped by 19% to €4.40 ($5.20) per kilogram in week 42.
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US Alaska pollock exports drop y-o-y in September
The US exported some 36,016 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $104.4 million in September, down 19% both in volume and value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit value, however, remained flat y-o-y at around $1.90 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen squid from Morocco double y-o-y
The EU imported some 13,851 metric tons of frozen squid from Morocco from Jan. 1 to Oct. 18, more than doubling imports over the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value came to €6.68 ($7.87) per kilogram in week 42, down 17% year-on-year.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings fall y-o-y in September
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna dropped by 35% year-on-year to 27,962 metric tons in September.
Landings of almost all main tuna species also decreased y-o-y, according to the data. Black skipjack, bonitos, bigeye, and skipjack tuna landings dropped by 13%, 84%, 40%, and 54%, respectively, compared with figures from the previous year.
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Norway’s fresh haddock exports rise y-o-y
Norway exported some 14,845 metric tons of fresh haddock from Jan. 1 to Oct. 25, up 15% year-on-year, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The average export price, however, decreased by 20% to NOK 16.04 (€1.50/$1.78) in week 43.
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US pink salmon exports drop significantly in September y-o-y
The US exported 11,194 metric tons of pink salmon worth $36.3 million in September, down 58% in volume and 53% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit value, however, increased by 12% y-o-y to $3.24 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 40,056 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam from Jan. 1 to Oct. 18, down 31% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price also dropped by 30% to €1.60 ($1.90) per kilogram in week 42.
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US imports of squid from China halve y-o-y in September
In September, the US imported some 1,783 metric tons of squid from China worth $7.47 million, down 55% in volume and 58% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit value also dropped by 6% y-o-y to $4.19 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled redfish from Iceland drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 9,236 metric tons of fresh, chilled redfish from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Oct. 18, down 7% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price also dropped by 50% to €1.91 ($2.26) per kilogram in week 42.
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US imports of scallops rise y-o-y in September
The US imported some 1,416 metric tons of scallops worth $16.15 million in September, up 22% in volume and 14% in value year-on-year, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, the average unit value dropped by 8% y-o-y to $11.40 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen tilapia from China fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 8,596 metric tons of frozen tilapia from China from Jan. 1 to Oct. 18, down 12% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price also dropped by 13% to €1.30 ($1.53) per kilogram in week 42.
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US imports of squid fall y-o-y in September
The US imported some 4,164 metric tons of squid worth $21.5 million in September, down 33% in volume, and 47% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price slightly dropped y-o-y to $5.15 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen pangasius from Vietnam rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 2,889 metric tons of frozen pangasius from Vietnam from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, up 11% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price also rose by 33% to €2.31 ($2.70) per kilogram in week 40.
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Prices for Thai vannamei shrimp stable, down in week 44
According to new data available in Undercurrent News’ price portal, ex-farm prices for Thai vannamei shrimp from the Talay Thai market remained stable or decreased depending on sizes in week 44, as the chart below shows.
Prices for 60 and 80-count shrimp from Thailand remained flat at THB 140 (€3.85/$4.51) and THB 120 per kilogram, respectively, in week 44. Prices 70-count shrimp, however, slightly dropped to THB 130/kg after five consecutive weeks stable at THB 132.50/kg.
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EU imports of frozen saithe from Norway drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 12,483 metric tons of frozen saithe from Norway from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, down 4% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import price remained flat at €1.47 ($1.72) per kilogram in week 40.
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China’s fresh Atlantic salmon imports down by 43%
China imported 43% less whole fresh Atlantic salmon in the first nine months of this year, as imported volumes dropped to 32,200 metric tons, according to Chinese customs figures.
The biggest decline in supply over the period was from Chile, which supplied just 5,000t of China’s fresh Atlantic salmon imports, down 77% year-on-year.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled cod fillets from Iceland fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 13,514 metric tons of fresh, chilled cod fillets from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, down 14% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price also dropped by 4% to €11.26 ($13.13) per kilogram in week 40.
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EU imports of frozen hoki fillets from New Zealand fall
The EU imported some 6,347 metric tons of frozen blue grenadier (hoki) fillets from New Zealand from Jan 1. to Oct. 4, down 35% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, the average import price also fell by 14% to €3.95 ($4.62) per kilogram in week 40.
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EU imports of frozen herring fillets from Norway rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 28,670 metric tons of frozen herring fillets from Norway from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, up 57% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price remained stable at over €1.35 ($1.58) per kilogram in week 40.
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US exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan drop y-o-y in August
The US exported some 6,585 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $17 million in August, down 55% in volume and 58% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
For its part, the average export price also fell by 7% y-o-y to $2.58 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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Prices for large-sized seabream in Spain rise in week 43
According to new data available in Undercurrent News’ price portal, prices for large-sized seabream weighing over 600 grams traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, rose by 18% week-on-week to €7.50 ($8.81) per kilogram in week 43, as the chart below shows.
However, prices for small and medium-sized bream fell during the same period.
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Indian vannamei shrimp prices remain flat in week 44
The latest prices for head-on, shell-on, farm-gate vannamei shrimp from India followed the same trend in week 44 across all regions and sizes, according to data supplied by aquatech and farming services company Aquaconnect — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ prices portal.
Prices in Andhra Pradesh remained stable at INR 490 ($6.65) per kilogram for 30-count shrimp; INR 400 for 40 counts; INR 320 for 60 counts; INR 260 for 80 counts; and INR 230 for 100-count shrimp.
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Norway’s frozen cod exports fall y-o-y
Norway exported some 43,521 metric tons of frozen cod from Jan. 1 to Oct. 18, down 3% year-on-year, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
Besides, average unit prices slightly decreased y-o-y to NOK 37.75 (€3.47/$4.09) per kilogram in week 42.
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EU import volume of frozen Ecuadorian shrimp rises as value crashes y-o-y
The EU imported some 89,723 metric tons of frozen Ecuadorian shrimp from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, which meant an increase of 16% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import price crashed y-o-y, falling by 28% to €4.20 ($4.96) per kilogram in week 40, its lowest level this year.
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EU imports of frozen hake fillets from Namibia drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 36,750 metric tons of frozen hake fillets from Namibia from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, down 10% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import price for this product remained stable y-o-y at over €4.40 ($5.20) per kilogram in week 40.
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Prices for small, medium-sized seabream from Spain fall
According to new data available in Undercurrent News‘ price portal, prices for both small and medium-sized seabream traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, fell in week 42.
Prices for bream weighing between 300 grams and 400g fell slightly after being stable for seven weeks to €4.30 ($5.08) per kilogram, while prices for seabream weighing between 400g and 600g also fell to €5.30/kg after four weeks of continuous increase.
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EU imports of frozen Alaska pollock from the US rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 8,104 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock — other than fillets and surimi — from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, up 7% compared to 2019 figures, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price for this product also rose by 7% y-o-y to €1.84 ($2.18) per kilogram in week 40.
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EU imports of frozen saithe fillets from Iceland fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 6,710 metric tons of frozen saithe fillets from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, down 30% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price for this product also dropped by 27% y-o-y to €2.92 ($3.46) per kilogram in week 40.
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EU imports of mussels from Chile increase y-o-y
According to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products, the EU imported some 29,433 metric tons of prepared, preserved — not in airtight containers — mussels from Chile from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, up by 19% year-on-year.
However, this product’s average import value remained stable y-o-y at around €2.50 ($2.97) per kilogram in week 40.
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EU imports of fresh, chilled haddock from Norway rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 14,083 metric tons of fresh, chilled haddock from Norway from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, up by 17% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value decreased by 9% y-o-y to €1.99 ($2.36) per kilogram in week 40.
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US exports of Alaska pollock halve y-o-y in August
The US exported some 28,881 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $81.4 million in August, down 48% in volume and 49% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
For its part, the average export price remained flat y-o-y at over $2.80 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of fresh halibut from Greenland increase y-o-y
The EU imported some 22,980 metric tons of fresh, chilled Greenland halibut from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, an increase of 3% y-o-y, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, this product’s average import value decreased by 7% y-o-y to €4.38 ($5.15) per kilogram in week 40.
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EU imports of seabream from Turkey remain flat y-o-y
The EU imported some 27,775 metric tons of seabream from Turkey from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, down by just 1% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import price of this product remained stable y-o-y at around €3.85 ($4.51) per kilogram in week 40.
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EU imports of skipjack tuna from Ecuador significantly fall
The EU imported some 35,606 metric tons of processed Ecuadorian skipjack tuna —in vegetable oil, whole or in pieces — from Jan 1. to Oct. 4, down by 20% year-on-year, according to the data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price of this product also fell by 8% to €3.36 ($3.94) per kilogram in week 40, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of seabass from Turkey drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 19,326 metric tons of seabass from Turkey from Jan. 1 to Oct. 4, a 7% decrease year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price of this product, however, significantly increased by 20% to €4.46 ($5.22) per kilogram in week 40.
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US exports of chum salmon halve in August y-o-y
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 4,225 metric tons of chum salmon worth $11 million in August, down 48% and 50%, respectively, year-on-year.
Besides, the average unit price fell by 4% to $2.60 per kilogram y-o-y and by 10% compared to figures from the previous month, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of seabream from Turkey decrease y-o-y
The EU imported some 26,811 metric tons of seabream from Turkey from Jan. 1 to Sep. 27, down 3% y-o-y, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price of this product, however, remained stable at €3.87 ($4.54) per kilogram in week 39.
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US exports of sockeye salmon fall y-o-y in August
The US exported some 12,078 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $97.2 million in August, down 19% in volume and 9% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price of this product hit its highest level since the beginning of the year at $8.04 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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Prices for large-sized seabream from Spain continue falling
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ price portal, prices for large-sized seabream weighing over 600 grams traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, fell by 2% week-on-week to €6.40 ($7.51) per kilogram in week 41, as the chart below shows.
However, prices for medium-sized seabream weighing between 400g and 600g rose for the third consecutive time by 2% w-o-w to €5.40/kg.
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US average import price of squid at lowest since 2017
The US imported some 3,870 metric tons of squid at an average price of $4.86 per kilogram in July, down by 32% and 1% y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
In addition, the average unit value of this product hit its lowest level since March 2017, when prices were $4.80/kg, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen cod from Russia increase as value falls
The EU imported some 40,101 metric tons of frozen cod from Russia from Jan. 1 to Sept. 27, up by 5% y-o-y, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import price of this product, however, fell by 22% y-o-y to €3.12 ($3.68) per kilogram in week 39.
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US squid imports from China drop in August y-o-y
The US imported some 1,730 metric tons of squid from China worth $7.47 million, down by 39% in volume and 38% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price, however, increased by 2% to $4.32 per kilogram when compared to August 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen cuttlefish from Morocco up 44% y-o-y
The EU imported some 16,455 metric tons of frozen cuttlefish from Morocco between Jan. 1 and Sep. 27, up 44% y-o-y, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import value of this product is down by 16% y-o-y to €3.33 ($3.93) per kilogram in week 39.
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US imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam rise y-o-y in August
The US imported some 5,012 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets mainly from Vietnam worth $13.64 million, up by 61% in volume and 26% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price, however, decreased by 22% to $1.23 per pound when compared to August 2019 figures, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen octopus from Morocco rise y-o-y
The EU imported some 26,462 metric tons of frozen octopus from Morocco from Jan. 1 to Sep. 27, up 5% y-o-y, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import value of this product decreased by 15% y-o-y to €6.54 ($7.70) per kilogram in week 39.
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US pink salmon exports halve in August y-o-y
The US exported some 10,167 metric tons of pink salmon worth $35.43 million in August, down by 48% in volume and 37% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price, however, rose by 20% to $3.48 per kilogram when compared to August 2019 figures.
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EU shrimp imports from Vietnam drop in volume, rise in value
The EU imported some 6,080 metric tons of prepared, preserved shrimp — not in airtight containers — from Vietnam from Jan. 1 to Sep. 27, down 19% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average import value of this product rose by 9% y-o-y to €7.22 ($8.49) per kilogram in week 39.
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US imports of scallops drop in August y-o-y
The US imported some 1,064 metric tons of scallops worth $14.86 million in August, down 34% in volume and 28% in value y-o-y, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
However, both the import volume and value of this product decreased by 24% and 11%, respectively, when compared to the previous month’s figures.
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Eastern Pacific tuna landings crash in August
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna dropped by 40% year-on-year to 33,240 metric tons.
Landings of almost all main tuna species also decreased in August y-o-y, according to the data. Skipjack, yellowfin and bigeye tuna landings dropped by 44%, 40%, and 7%, respectively, compared with figures from the previous year.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of frozen cod from the US fall
The EU imported some 7,013 metric tons of frozen cod from the US from Jan.1 to Sep. 20, down by 28% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 38, the average import value of this product also fell by 38% y-o-y to €2.10 ($2.48) per kilogram.
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EU imports of frozen herring from Norway remain stable y-o-y
The EU imported some 19,184 metric tons of frozen herring from Norway from Jan. 1 to Sep. 20, only seven tons less than during the same period of 2019, data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products shows.
In week 38, the average import value of this product, however, rose by 13% y-o-y to €1.15 ($1.35) per kilogram.
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EU imports of frozen cod fillets from Iceland drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 16,136 metric tons of frozen cod fillets from Iceland from Jan. 1 to Sep. 20, down 42% y-o-y, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 38, the average import value of this product also fell by 6% y-o-y to €6.58 ($7.72) per kilogram.
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EU imports of Norwegian rainbow trout soar in 2020
The EU has imported some 10,669 metric tons of Norwegian farmed fresh rainbow trout from Jan. 1 to Sept. 20, more than doubling imports over the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 39, the average import value of rainbow trout came to €4.10 ($4.80) per kilogram, down 18% year-on-year.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
Prices for seabass in Spain continue stable in week 39
According to the data available on Undercurrent News’ prices portal, prices for seabass of all sizes traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, have remained stable since week 31, as the chart below shows.
Prices for bass weighing under 600 grams remained at €4.90 ($5.78) per kilogram, as was also the case for prices of medium-sized fish weighing between 600g and 1kg, which continued at €6.90/kg.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
Prices for large-sized seabream from Spain drop in week 39
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ price portal, prices for large-sized seabream weighing over 600 grams traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, fell by 3% to €6.60 ($7.74) per kilogram in week 39, as the chart below shows.
However, prices for medium-sized seabream weighing between 400g and 600g rose by 8% to €5.20/kg.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of frozen sockeye salmon from the US drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 6,030 metric tons of frozen sockeye salmon from the US from Jan. 1 to Sep. 13, down 31% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 37, the average import value of this product also fell by 16% y-o-y to €3.24 ($3.80) per kilogram.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of fresh, chilled Atlantic halibut from Norway fall
The EU imported some 919 metric tons of fresh, chilled Atlantic halibut from Norway from Jan 1. to Sep. 13, down 14% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 37, the average import value of this product also fell by 6% y-o-y to €8.03 ($9.37) per kilogram.
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EU imports of frozen lobster from Canada drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 1,676 metric tons of frozen lobster from Canada from Jan. 1 to Sep. 13, down 17% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 37, the average import value of this product, however, rose by 22% y-o-y to €15.79 ($18.40) per kilogram.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
Norwegian exports of frozen herring down y-o-y
Up until Sep. 20, Norway exported some 82,838 metric tons of frozen herring, down by 13% in comparison with the same period of 2019, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
In addition, average unit prices also decreased by 11% year-on-year to NOK 11.31 (€1.01/$1.18) per kilogram in week 38.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
US imports of frozen tilapia fillets continue rising in July
The US imported some 15,467 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets worth $48.3 million, up 33% in volume and 31% in value in comparison with the previous month figures, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
In addition, both import volume and average import value rose year-on-year by 53% and 35%, respectively, according to the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
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Norway’s frozen haddock exports down y-o-y
Norway exported some 29,894 metric tons of frozen haddock from Jan. 1 to Sep. 20, down by 7% y-o-y, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
The average unit price of this product, however, increased by 8% y-o-y to NOK 30.98 per kilogram in week 38, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of frozen sardines from Morocco slightly increase
The EU imported some 20,627 metric tons of frozen sardines from Morocco from Jan. 1 to Sep. 6, slightly up by less than 1% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 37, the average import value of this product also rose by 20% y-o-y to €0.84 ($0.98) per kilogram.
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US exports of pink salmon down in July y-o-y
The US exported some 2,035 metric tons of pink salmon worth $7.3 million in July, down 29% in volume and 6% in value in comparison with July 2019 figures, according to the data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
However, figures are up from the 1,303t worth $4.3m exported one month before, in June 2020, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
Eastern Pacific tuna landings rise in July
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna rose by 18% to 53,376 metric tons in July, versus June. That was also up 9% year-on-year.
Although landings of almost all main tuna species went up in July, skipjack landings slightly decreased by 2% to 25,400t, as the first chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ supply page — shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of frozen cod fillets from China fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 10,029 metric tons of frozen cod fillets from China from Jan. 1 to Sep. 6, down by 12% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 37, the average import value of this product decreased by 5% y-o-y to €5.34 ($6.33) per kilogram.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of frozen tilapia from China drop y-o-y
The EU imported some 7,001 metric tons of frozen tilapia from China from Jan. 1 to Sep. 6, down by 16% compared to the same period of 2019, data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products — also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
In week 37, the average import value of this product increased by 3% year-on-year to €1.52 ($1.79) per kilogram. It also rose by 15% week-on-week, as it is shown in the chart below.
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EU frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US up y-o-y
The EU imported some 18,926 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US from Jan. 1 to Sep. 6, up by 27% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 36, the average import value of this product, however, decreased by 3% to €2.61 ($3.09) per kilogram.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
Prices for seabass in Spain remain stable in week 37
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ prices portal, prices for seabass of all sizes traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, have remained the same since week 31, as the chart below shows.
Prices for bass weighing under 600 grams continue stable at €4.90 ($5.78) per kilogram, as is also the case for prices for larger and medium-sized fish.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
Prices for medium, large-sized seabream in Spain drop
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ price portal, for large-sized seabream weighing over 600g traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, fell significantly by 9% to €6.80 ($8.07) per kilogram in week 37, as the chart below shows.
In addition, prices for medium-sized seabream weighing between 400g and 600g also fell by 6% to €4.80/kg. For their part, prices for small-sized seabream weighing between 300g and 400g remained stable at €4.35/kg for the third consecutive time.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
US exports of chum salmon fall significantly in July
According to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the US exported some 1,333 metric tons of chum salmon worth $3.86 million in July, down 66% and 64%, respectively, year-on-year.
The average unit price, however, rose by 7% to $2.89 per kilogram year-on-year and up by 24% in comparison with the previous month, as the chart below — available at Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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EU imports of frozen squid from China down 42%
The EU imported some 8,222 metric tons of frozen squid from China from Jan. 1 to Sep. 6, down 42% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 36, the average import value of this product remained stabled over €4.60 ($5.47) per kilogram in comparison with figures from week 36, 2019.
Read moreUS exports of Alaska pollock drop y-o-y in July
The US exported some 21,186 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $59.5 million in July, down 22% both in volume and value year-on-year, according to the data published by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit price continued increasing in July to $2.80 per kilogram, up by 4% in comparison with the previous month but stable y-o-y, as the chart below — available at Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreNorway’s export volume of frozen haddock decrease as export value rises
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council — also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — export volumes of Norwegian frozen haddock decreased by 51% to 773 metric tons in week 36.
The average unit value of this product continued rising in week 36 to NOK 25.7 (€2.40) per kilogram, up by 12.6% week-on-week as the chart below shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
US imports of scallops up in July
The US imported some 1,398 metric tons of scallops worth $16.68 million in July, up 42% in volume and 14% in value compared to the previous month figures, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Year-on-year, however, both import volume and value of this product decreased by 12% and 3%, respectively.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
US average import price of Chinese squid at lowest since 2016
The US imported some 1,096 metric tons of squid at an average price of $4.14 per kilogram in July, up by 18% in volume but down by 7% in value compared to the previous month figures, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
In addition, the average unit value of this product hit its lowest level since May 2016, when prices were $4.06/kg, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of fresh Atlantic salmon from Norway stable y-o-y
The EU imported some 431,770 metric tons of fresh, chilled Atlantic salmon from Norway from Jan. 1 to Sep. 6, down by less than 1% y-o-y, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 36, the average import value of this product decreased by 8% to €4.73 ($5.59) per kilogram in comparison with week 36, 2019.
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US exports of sockeye salmon drop y-o-y in July
The US exported some 9,137 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $66.1 million in July, down 22% in volume and 28% in value y-o-y, according to the data published by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration,
In addition, the average unit price continued increasing in July to $7.23 per kilogram, up by 9% in comparison with the previous month but down 7% % y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of Moroccan frozen squid almost double
The EU imported some 9,679 metric tons of frozen squid from Morocco from Jan. 1 to Sep. 6, up by 87% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 36, the average price for this product dropped to €6.43 ($7.57) per kilogram though, down 20% in comparison with week 36, 2019 levels.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of frozen sockeye salmon from the US drop
The EU imported some 5,375 metric tons of frozen sockeye salmon from the US from Jan. 1 to Aug. 30, down 35% year-on-year, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products and now available in Undercurrent News trade flows data page.
In week 35, the average unit value of this product also fell by 20% to €3.19 ($3.76) per kilogram in comparison with week 35, 2019, as the chart below shows.
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Norway coldwater shrimp landings down y-o-y
Norway’s landings of coldwater shrimp are down quite significantly on 2019 levels, according to data provided to Undercurrent News by sales organization Norges Rafisklag.
Market manager Synne Guldbrandsen noted that several landings were yet to be inspected for quality and sold through final contracts before the graph below, so actual volumes as of the end of August 2020 were likely to be 13,500 metric tons — down from 18,800t at the same stage of 2019.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of frozen hake fillets from Argentina drop
The EU imported some 16,594 metric tons of frozen hake fillets from Argentina from Jan. 1 to Aug. 30, down by only 2% y-o-y, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products and now available in Undercurrent News trade flows data page.
In week 35, the average import price of this product also decreased by 10% in comparison with week 35, 2019. It dropped to €2.76 ($3.26) per kilogram, up by 9% week-on-week, however, as the chart below shows.
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EU imports of frozen Alaska pollock fillets from China fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 96,720 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock fillets from China from Jan. 1 to Aug. 30, down by 17% year-on-year according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 35, the average import value of this product, however, slightly increased by 2% to €2.78 ($3.29) per kilogram compared to the corresponding period of last year, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
EU imports of live lobster from the US crash
The EU imported some 373 metric tons of live lobster from the US from Jan. 1 to Aug. 30, down 68% compared with the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products — also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
As of Aug. 30, the EU imported less live lobster than it did only during the first 10 weeks of 2019, as the chart below shows.
Read moreNorwegian exports of live king crab fall
Norway exported 340 metric tons of king crab worth NOK 107 million in August, down by 8% in volume and 9% in value compared to August last year, according to the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC).
In addition, South Korea, Japan, and the Netherlands were the largest markets for Norwegian king crab in August.
Read moreBy María Feijóo
Chile’s Atlantic, Pacific salmon harvest volumes rise
According to data published by Chile’s National Fisheries and Aquaculture Service, Sernapesca, Chilean harvests of Atlantic and Pacific salmon rose for the fourth consecutive year to 697,399 metric tons and 176,395t in 2019.
Year-on-year, harvests of both products grew by 10% and 29%, respectively, as the charts below — which are now available in Undercurrent News‘ supply page — show.
Read morePrices for seabass in Spain continue stable in week 35
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ prices portal, prices for seabass of all sizes traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, remained stable for the fifth consecutive week in week 35.
Prices for bass weighing under 600 grams remained stable at €4.90 ($5.78) per kilogram, as is also the case for prices on larger and medium-sized fish, which remained stable at €6.90/kg for sizes weighing between 600g and 1kg, and at €8.60/kg for sizes over 1kg.
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Small-sized seabream prices in Spain continue falling
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ price portal, prices for small-sized seabream weighing between 300 grams and 400gr traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, decreased again to €4.35 ($5.14) per kilogram in week 35.
For their part, prices for both large and medium-sized seabream remained stable at €7.50/kg for seabream weighing over 600 grams and at €5.10/kg for seabream weighing between 400gr and 600gr.
Read moreEU imports of Alaska pollock surimi from the US double
The EU imported some 28,229 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi from the US from Jan. 1 to Aug. 23, up by 92% and almost doubling figures from the same period last year according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import value of this product, however, remained stable y-o-y at around €2.41 per kilogram, only down by €0.05/kg in comparison with week 34, 2019, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU imports of Moroccan frozen octopus fall y-o-y
The EU imported some 19,103 metric tons of Moroccan frozen octopus from Jan 1. to Aug. 23, down 16% year-on-year according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In addition, the average import price for this product also fell by 16% y-o-y to €6.36 ($7.54) per kilogram in week 34, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreLandings of eastern Pacific tuna in Ecuador, Panama rise in H1
According to the data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna in Ecuador and Panama increased by 11% and 16% to 171,522 metric tons and 41,412t, respectively, during the first half of 2020.
On the contrary, landings of eastern Pacific tuna in Mexico and Venezuela slightly declined by 3% and 2% to 78,853t and 16,619t respectively, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ supply page — shows.
Read moreEU imports of Alaska pollock from China fall
The EU imported some 94,669 metric tons of Alaska pollock from China from Jan. 1 to Aug. 23, down 16% year-on-year according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In addition, the average import price for this product fell by 1% y-o-y to €2.82 ($3.38) per kilogram in week 34, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
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US chum salmon exports down in H1
The US exported some 5,061 metric tons of chum salmon worth $13.2 million during the first half of 2020, up down 32% in volume and 42% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
In addition, export volumes of this product also rose to 828t in June, also down by 26% y-o.y. The average unit price of this product, for its part, also dropped by 23% y-o-y in June to $2.33 per kilogram.
Read moreUS imports of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam down in H1
The US imported some 23,031 metric tons of frozen pangasius fillets from Vietnam worth $66.06 million, down 23% in volume and 49% in value, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
In June, both import volume and average unit value decreased by 42% and 22% to $1.29 per pound, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEastern Pacific tuna landings continued falling in June
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna dropped again by 16% to 45,104 metric tons in June, also down 20% year-on-year.
Although landings of all main tuna species went down in June, the two with the largest percentage drop were yellowfin.
Read moreUS exports of pink salmon more than double in H1
The US exported some 8,376 metric tons of pink salmon worth $36.8 million during the first half of 2020, up by 54% in volume and 70% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
In addition, export volumes of this product also rose to 1,303t in June, a figure more than four times higher than that of the same month of 2019. The average unit price, however, dropped by 53% to $3.31 per kilogram.
Read moreUS imports of frozen tilapia fillets rise by 17% in H1
The US imported some 54,546 metric tons of frozen tilapia fillets worth $184.6 million — up 17% in volume and 2% in value — in the first half of 2020, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The interactive data is also available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
Read moreEU imports of frozen shrimp from Ecuador down 1% y-o-y
Despite the strong impact the COVID-19 crisis has had on shrimp exports from Ecuador, the EU imported some 54,529 metric tons of frozen shrimp from the Latin American country from Jan. 1 to July 26 — down only 1% year-on-year, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average unit value, however, fell by 9% y-o-y to €5.33 ($6.34) per kilogram in week 30, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreIndian vannamei prices continue rising in Andhra Pradesh; stable in Gujarat, West Bengal
According to the data available on Undercurrent News’ prices portal, prices for head-on, shell-on (HOSO) farmgate vannamei shrimp from India followed different trends in week 34 depending on the area, as shown in the charts below.
Taking prices for 50 and 60-count per kilogram shrimp as a reference, prices for shrimp from Andhra Pradesh rose again by 2% and 4% week-on-week to INR 315 ($4.21) and INR 280/kg, respectively.
Read moreUS exports of coho salmon up in H1
The US exported some 1,626 metric tons of coho salmon worth $8.27 million during the first half of 2020, up by 31% in volume and 29% in value as data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
The average unit value, for its part, was higher in June 2020 than it was at that time the year before. Average unit prices in June increased by 29% year-on-year to $5.50 per kilogram, as the chart below shows.
Read morePrices for seabass, bream in Spain remain stable in week 33
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ prices portal, prices for both seabass and seabream for all sizes traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, remained stable for the third consecutive week in week 33.
Prices for bass weighing under 600 grams remained stable at €4.90 ($5.78) per kilogram, as was also the case for prices on larger and medium-sized fish, which remained stable at €6.90/kg for sizes weighing between 600g and 1kg, and at €8.60/kg for sizes over 1kg.
Read moreNorway’s frozen cod exports double in week 33
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council and available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page, export volumes of Norwegian frozen cod increased by 97% to 1,086 metric tons in week 33.
For its part, the average unit value decreased by 5% to NOK 33.60 (€3.18) per kilogram, as the chart below shows.
Read moreUS sockeye salmon exports up by 46% in H1
The US exported some 9,589 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth $62.9 million, up by 46% in volume and 30% in value year-on-year, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association.
In addition, the average unit price continued increasing in June to $6.65 per kilogram, up by 6% in comparison with the previous month and 10% y-o-y, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU Norwegian frozen, prepared herring imports rise
The EU imported 16,767 metric tons of Norwegian frozen herring from Jan. 1 to July 26, slightly up by 1% year-on-year, as data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products shows.
The average unit price for this product also rose by 14% y-o-y to €0.82 per kilogram in week 30.
Read moreEU Alaska pollock imports from China down y-o-y
The EU imported some 87,882 metric tons of Alaska pollock from China from Jan. 1 to Aug. 2, down 11% year-on-year according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average unit price for this product rose by 7% y-o-y to €2.99 ($3.56) per kilogram in week 31, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreNorway’s frozen cod exports drop in week 32
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council and available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page, export volumes of Norwegian frozen cod decreased by 42% to 552 metric tons in week 32.
For its part, the average unit value rose by 4% to NOK 35.30 (€3.35) per kilogram, as the chart below shows.
Read moreIndian vannamei prices up in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat; stable or down in West Bengal
According to the data available in Undercurrent News‘ prices portal, prices for head-on, shell-on (HOSO) farmgate vannamei shrimp from India followed different trends in week 33 depending on the area, as it is shown in the charts below.
Taking prices for 50 and 60-count shrimp per kilogram as a reference, prices for Indian vannamei shrimp from Andhra Pradesh rose by 19% and 13% week-on-week to INR 310 ($4.14) and INR 270/kg, respectively.
Read morePrices for seabream in Spain stable, down in week 32
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ price portal, prices for seabream traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, decreased or remained stable, depending on sizes, in week 32.
In the first place, the price for both large and medium-sized seabream remained stable at €7.00 ($8.27) per kilogram for seabream weighing over 600 grams and at €5.20/kg for seabream weighing between 400gr and 600gr.
Read morePrices for seabass in Spain stable, up in week 32
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ price portal, prices for large, medium-sized seabass traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, remained stable in week 32.
Prices for seabass weighing under 600 grams, however, slightly rose by 1% to €4.89 ($5.78) per kilogram, while prices for larger fish remained stable at €6.90/kg for sizes weighing between 600gr and 1kg and to €8.60/kg for sizes over 1kg.
Read moreUS exports of pollock surimi to Japan fell by almost 75% in H1
The US exported some 81,418 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan worth $57.2 million during the first half of 2020, down by 73% in volume and 35% in value year-on-year, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association.
In June, export volumes decreased by 71% y-o-y to 546t. The average unit value, however, rose by 34% to $2.85 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU imports of seabass from Turkey down in H1 2020
The EU imported some 14,052 metric tons of seabass from Turkey from Jan. 1 to July 26, down 9% year-on-year, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
However, the average unit price for this product rose by 22% y-o-y to €4.46 ($5.28) per kilogram in week 30.
Read moreUS Alaska pollock export volume, value drop in H1
The US exported some 174,397 metric tons of Alaska pollock worth $527.9 million during the first half of 2020, down 9% in volume and 10% in value year-on-year, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association
For June, export volumes rose by 11% y-o-y to 5,353t, but the average unit value also dropped by 12% to $2.68 per kilogram, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU shrimp imports from Vietnam up 7% in H1 2020
The EU imported some 11,702 metric tons of prepared or preserved shrimp from Vietnam from Jan. 1 to July 26, up 7% year-on-year, as data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products shows.
However, the average unit price for Vietnamese shrimp was down by 28% y-o-y to €6.70 ($7.87) per kilogram in week 30.
Read moreUS Chinese squid imports reach lowest level in 2020
The US imported some 922 metric tons of Chinese squid in June, the lowest level since the beginning of the year according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association — also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
This meant a decrease of 70% in the export volume year-on-year. For its part, the average unit price also fell by 3% to $4.39 per kilogram in comparison with June 2019.
Read moreEU imports of Moroccan frozen squid up 40%
As of July 26, the EU has imported some 6,526 metric tons of frozen squid from Morocco, up 40% in comparison with the same period of 2019, as data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products shows.
In week 30, the average unit value of this product, however, came to €6.55 ($7.69) per kilogram, down 37% year-on-year.
Read moreNorway exports of frozen haddock down y-o-y
Norway exported some 25,909 metric tons of frozen haddock from Jan. 1 to Aug. 2, down by 10% year-on-year in comparison with the volumes exported during the corresponding period of 2019, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
Moreover, the average unit value also fell by 11% year-on-year to NOK 24.07 (€2.26) per kilogram in week 31, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreUS imports of scallops down in June
The US imported some 985 metric tons of scallops worth $14.6 million in June, down 17% in volume but up 6% in value in comparison with May figures, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association.
The average unit value, however, rose by 28% to $14.86 per kilogram, as the chart below — which can be found in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU imports of rainbow trout from Norway double y-o-y
The EU imported some 7,566 metric tons of fresh rainbow trout from Norway from Jan. 1 to July 26, roughly doubling imports from the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 30, the average import value of rainbow trout came to €3.84 ($4.54) per kilogram, down 21% year-on-year.
Read morePrices for seabream in Spain rise, stable in week 31
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ price portal, prices for seabream traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, increased or remained stable, depending on sizes, in week 31.
In the first place, the price for medium-sized seabream weighing between 400 grams and 600gr remained stable at €5.20 ($6.16) per kilogram.
Read morePrices for seabass in Spain continue rising in week 31
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ price portal, prices for seabass from all sizes traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, continued increasing in week 31.
Prices for seabass weighing under 600 grams rose by 3% to €4.85 ($5.74) per kilogram, while larger fish also followed the same trend, increasing to €6.90/kg for sizes weighing between 600gr and 1kg and to €8.60/kg for sizes over 1kg.
Read moreNorwegian exports of frozen cod drop slightly
As of Aug. 2, Norway exported some 35,553 metric tons of frozen cod, down 1% in comparison with the volumes exported during the corresponding period of 2019, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
In addition, the average unit value also fell by 10% year-on-year to NOK 33.93 (€3.17) per kilogram in week 31, as the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU imports of frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US rise
The EU imported some 16,405 metric tons of frozen Alaska pollock surimi from the US from Jan. 1 to July 19, up 16% compared with the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 29, the average import value of this product was €2.64 ($3.11) per kilogram, down 4% compared with the corresponding period of last year.
Read moreNorwegian exports of fresh Atlantic cod up y-o-y
Norway exported some 28,266 metric tons of fresh Atlantic cod from Jan. 1 to July 26, up 2% compared with the same period of 2019 according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
In week 30, the average import value also rose by 9% to €39.43 ($46.53) per kilogram in comparison with week 30, 2019.
Read moreEU imports of live lobster from the US down 68% y-o-y
The EU imported some 293 metric tons of live lobster from the US from Jan. 1 to July 19, down 68% compared with the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products — also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
In week 29, the average import value of this product decreased to €13.34 ($15.66) per kilogram, down 16% compared with the corresponding period of last year and 6% week-on-week.
Read moreNorway’s export volume of frozen mackerel of under 600g increase
Norway exported 119,579 metric tons of frozen mackerel weighing under 600 grams from Jan. 1 to July 26 of this year, up 60% compared with the same period of 2019, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council — also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
In week 30, the average export price decreased to NOK 15.55 (€1.56) per kilogram, down 4% compared with the corresponding period of last year.
Read moreLarge-sized Indian shrimp prices slightly up in week 31
Prices for 30 count shrimp from Andhra Pradesh, India, increased by 2% week-on-week to INR 430 ($5.74) in week 31, according to the data available in Undercurrent News’ price portal.
Prices for medium and small-sized shrimp, however, dropped by 9% for 40 count shrimp per kilogram to INR 310 and by 14% for both 60 and 100 count shrimp to INR 240 and INR 180, respectively.
Read morePrices for seabass in Spain slightly up in week 30
According to new data available on Undercurrent News’ price portal, prices for seabass from all sizes traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, increased slightly by €0.01 and €0.03 in week 30.
Year-on-year, in week 30, prices increased for all sizes. According to the chart below, prices rose by 5% y-o-y for seabass weighing under 600 grams; 22% y-o-y for seabass weighing between 600gr-1kg; and 10% y-o-y, for seabass weighing over 1kg.
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Prices for large, small-sized seabream in Spain up in week 30
According to the data available on Undercurrent News‘ price portal, prices rose for both large and small-sized seabream traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, to €6.57 ($7.81) per kilogram and €4.27/kg, respectively.
For the fourth consecutive time, prices of medium-sized seabream weighing between 400 grams and 600g continued stable at €5.20/kg in week 30.
Read moreNorway’s export volumes of fresh haddock up, frozen down
As of July 26, Norway has exported some 10,879 metric tons of fresh haddock, up 9% compared to the same period of 2019, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
In parallel, exports of frozen haddock, however, fellby 9% to 24,857t, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreUS exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan drop significantly
Up until May, the US exported some 21,719 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi worth $55.6 million — down 69% in volume and 36% in value according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
Average export prices also went down by 9% in May to $2.62 per kilogram, in comparison with May 2019’s figures. Since the beginning of the year, export volumes of this product — which steadily went up until April — also fell in May to 2,823t.
Read moreNorway’s frozen herring exports down y-o-y
Up until July 26, Norway exported some 78,715 metric tons of frozen herring, down by 12% in comparison with the same period of 2019 — according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
Average unit prices, however, rose by 33% in week 30 to NOK 10.65 (€1.00) per kilogram in comparison with week 30, 2019.
Read moreUS squid imports from China drop in May
The US imported some 1,102 metric tons of squid from China worth $4.9 million in May, down 58% in volume and 60% in value in comparison with the same month of 2019 — the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
In addition, import volumes of this product also went down by 20% in volume in comparison with the figures from the previous month, in April. For its part, the average unit price rose by 3% to $4.45 per kilogram.
Read moreUS chum salmon exports down in May
The US exported 563 metric tons of chum salmon worth $1.7 million in May, down 52% in volume and 54% in value in comparison with May 2019. In addition, May figures are also below the 665t worth $1.9m exported one month before, in April 2020.
Meanwhile, average unit prices rose by 5% to $2.95 per kilogram, in comparison with the previous month, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration — also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
Read moreEU import volume of Moroccan frozen octopus down y-o-y
Up until July 19, the EU imported some 9,679 metric tons of frozen octopus from Morocco — down 27% in comparison with the same period of 2019 —, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Week-on-week, volumes rose by 69% to 538t in week 29 — up 55% y-o-y in comparison with week 29, 2019. For its part, the average unit value fell by 3% week-on-week to €6.61 ($7.73) per kilogram.
Read moreEU import value, volume of frozen shrimp from Ecuador fall in week 28
The EU average import value of frozen shrimp from Ecuador fell for the second consecutive week to €5.22 ($6.06) per kilogram while volumes also went down by 7% to 2,277 metric tons, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Up until July 12, the EU imported some 49,693t of this product, up 2% year-on-year in comparison with the same period of 2019, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page —, shows.
Read moreNorway’s fresh, frozen haddock exports down in week 29
Exports of both fresh and frozen haddock from Norway fell by 7% and 4% to 200 metric tons and 900t, respectively, in week 29, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council and available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
Meanwhile, average unit prices for these products also decreased by 3% and 8% to NOK 17.52 (€1.64) per kilogram for fresh and NOK 22.21/kg for frozen haddock.
Read moreUS sockeye salmon exports up in May
The US exported some 1,479 metric tons of sockeye salmon worth around $9 million in May, more than doubling volumes and up 80% in value year-on-year in comparison with May 2019, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Volumes are also slightly up by 3% in comparison with the 1,443t worth $7m exported one month before, in April 2020, as the chart below — which can also be found in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read morePrices for small-sized seabream in Spain continue falling in week 29
According to the data available on Undercurrent News‘ price portal, prices keep falling for small-sized seabream traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, to €4.20 ($4.87) per kilogram.
In week 29, prices of seabream weighing between 300 grams and 400g fell by 3% to €4.20/kg. For larger sized-fish, weighing over 600g, prices also dropped to €6.50/kg.
Read morePrices for small, large-sized seabass in Spain stable in week 29
According to new data available on Undercurrent News‘ price portal, prices for seabass weighing under 600 grams remained stable at €4.70 ($5.37) per kilogram in week 29 in Spain’s Mercamadrid market.
Larger fish follow the same trend, remaining at €6.70/kg for sizes weighing between 600g and at €8.55/kg for sizes over 1kg.
Read morePeruvian fishmeal prices in China remain stable in week 29
According to the data available in Undercurrent News‘ price portal, in week 29, offer prices for Peruvian superprime fishmeal remained stable at CNY 13,450 per ton ($1,920/t) for the fifth consecutive week.
For its part, total inventory levels fell by 6% compared with the week prior to 97,800 metric tons.
Read moreNorwegian exports of frozen mackerel of under 600g up 63%
Norway exported 117,029 metric tons of frozen mackerel weighing under 600 grams from Jan. 1 to July 12 of this year, up 63% compared with the same period of 2019, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council — also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
The average export price increased slightly to NOK 16.42 (€1.56) per kilogram, up 1% compared with the corresponding period last year.
Read morePrices for vannamei shrimp from Thailand down in week 29
Ex-farm prices for vannamei shrimp from Thailand went down by between 2% and 3% week-on-week in week 29, according to the data available in Undercurrent News’ price portal.
Prices for 60 count shrimp went down by 2% to TBH 157.50 ($4.95) per kilogram and by 3% for both 70 and 80 counts to TBH 147.50/kg and TBH 142.50/kg, respectively, as the data in the chart below shows.
Read moreNorwegian exports of frozen herring down 13% y-o-y
Up until July 12, Norway exported some 76,614 metric tons of frozen herring, down 13% in comparison with the same period of 2019, according to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council and available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
Week-on-week, volumes fell by 81% to 302t in week 28 — also down 64% y-o-y in comparison with week 28, 2019.
Read moreUS scallop imports up 16% month-on-month in May
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and which can also be found in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page, the US imports of scallops increased by 16% month-on-month to 1,187 metric tons in May.
This meant, however, a 34% decrease in comparison to the same month of 2019.
Read moreNorwegian exports of fresh haddock almost triple in week 28
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page –export volumes of fresh haddock from Norway went up by nearly three times the figure from the previous week, from 81 metric tons to 215t in week 28.
Meanwhile, average unit prices for this product also went up by 20%, from NOK 15.03 (€1.42) per kilogram to NOK 18.07/kg, as the chart below shows.
Read moreSmall-size Indian shrimp prices stable or up, larger down
Prices for small-sized Indian shrimp from Andhra Pradesh remained stable week-on-week in week 29 while prices for larger shrimp went down by 2% for 30 count shrimp per kilogram — from INR 440 ($5.85) to INR 430 — and by 3% for 40 counts — from INR 350 to INR 340, according to the data available in Undercurrent News‘ price portal.
Year-on-year, prices for larger sizes are also down by 9% for 30 counts and 8% for 40 counts, in comparison with week 29, 2019.
Read moreUS imports of frozen tilapia fillets continue rising
Imports of frozen tilapia fillets to the US continue rising in May to 10,245 metric tons, up by 43% from 7,180t compared to the previous month, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration — which can also be found on Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
Import volumes of this product also went up by 3% year-on-year. Average unit prices, however, went down by 11% after two weeks of continuous ascent, from $1.32 per kilogram to $1.18/kg.
Read morePrices for small-sized seabream in Spain fell after several weeks of stability
According to the data available on Undercurrent News‘ price portal, prices fell for small-sized seabream traded in Mercamadrid, Spain, after two months at €4.50 ($5.15) per kilogram.
In week 28, prices of seabream weighing between 300 grams and 400g fell by 4% to €4.32/kg. For larger sized-fish, weighing over 600g, prices dropped from €6.80/kg to €6.62/kg.
Read morePrices for small-sized seabass in Spain continue increasing for week 28
According to new data available on Undercurrent News‘ price portal, prices for seabass weighing under 600 grams increased to €4.70 ($5.37) per kilogram in week 28 in Spain’s Mercamadrid market, slightly up week-on-week from €4.68 in week 27 and €4.54 in week 26.
Larger fish, however, are priced at €6.70/kg for sizes weighing between 600g and 1kg, while sizes over 1kg are priced at €8.55/kg on average.
Read moreEU imports of frozen hake from South Africa up in week 25
According to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products, EU imports of frozen hake from South Africa rose from 185 metric tons to 287t in week 25, a rise of 55% week-on-week.
Average unit prices, however, continued falling for the third consecutive week, dropping from €3.04 per kilogram to €2.99/kg.
Read moreEU imports of Norwegian dried, salted cod drop
According to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products, the EU imported some 8,917 metric tons of dried and salted cod from Norway up until June 21, down 15% from 8,917t imported in the same period of 2019.
Average unit prices also fell 3% year-on-year, from €8.60 per kilogram in week 25 2019 to €8.30/kg in the same week of 2020.
Read morePink salmon exports from the US decrease in May
The US exported 1,035 metric tons of pink salmon worth $4.2 million in May, almost tripling volumes and doubling their value year-on-year in comparison with May 2019. However, it is slightly below the 1,079t worth $4.1m exported one month before, in April 2020.
Meanwhile, average unit prices rose by 7%, from $3.84 per kilogram to $4.09/kg, in comparison with the previous month, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Read moreEU imports of Moroccan squid rise y-o-y as prices fall
Despite the pandemic the EU has imported 10% more Moroccan squid so far this year.
In the period to June 21, the EU imported 3,843 metric tons of squid from the North African country, up from 3,502t during the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Read moreUS Alaska pollock exports rise 7% y-o-y in May
According to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, exports of Alaska pollock from the US rose by 7% in May compared with the same month in 2019.
Alaska pollock exports grew from 13,856 metric tons in May of last year to 14,892t in May of this year. The value of exports fell, however, from $41.4 million to $39m, a decrease of 5% y-o-y.
Read moreNorwegian frozen haddock export volumes down by 13%
Norway has exported some 21,684 metric tons of frozen haddock so far in 2020, according to latest trade figures to June 28, down 13% in comparison with the 24,875t exported during the same period of 2019.
The value of exports came to NOK 687 million ($73m).
Read moreEU import value of frozen shrimp from Ecuador drops in week 25
EU average import value of Ecuadorian frozen shrimp fell by 10% from €6.03 per kilogram in week 24 to €5.43/kg in week 25, according to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Import volumes, however, went up slightly from 737t to 783t, an increase of 6% week-on-week, as the chart below — which can also be found at Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreEU import volumes of bass, bream from Turkey down
According to the data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products — also available at Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page —, the EU imported 16,992 metric tons of fresh seabass and 11,512t of fresh seabream in the year 2020 to June 21.
This amounts to a drop in imports of 4% and 13%, respectively, compared with the same period of 2019.
Read moreUS squid imports reduced to about a half in May
US squid imports fell by almost 50% in May compared with the same month last year to 1,997t, according to the latest data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
The average unit value also fell, but remained above $5.20 per kilogram, as it also did in April.
Read moreNorway’s fresh Atlantic cod exports down over 20%
According to the data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council — and available at Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page —, Norway’s export volumes of fresh Atlantic cod fell by 22% in comparison with week 25, 2019, from 331 metric tons to 260t.
The average unit value also decreased year-on-year, from NOK 40.32 ($4.28) per kilogram in the same period of 2019 to NOK 39.17/kg in week 25.
Read moreImports of frozen pangasius fillets to the US down again
After a strong rise in April, import volumes of frozen pangasius fillets to the US are down again in May to levels similar to those in March, according to the data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Volumes went down by almost 40% from 4,508 metric tons to 2,787t — but up 7% year-on-year in comparison with the same month of 2019. The US imports this product mainly from Vietnam, as the second chart below shows — which is also available at Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
Read moreEastern Pacific tuna landings down 34% in May
According to data recently published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, landings of eastern Pacific tuna were some 53,757 metric tons in April, down 34% from 81,311t in the previous month — and also down 36% year-on-year compared to May 2019.
Although landings of all main tuna species went down in May, the two with the largest percentage drop were black skipjack — down 98% from 764t the previous month to 16t in May — and yellowfin tuna — down 36% from 29,496t to 19,018t, as the chart below shows.
Read moreUS shrimp imports crash in May
After months of anticipation that the coronavirus pandemic would cause US shrimp imports to take a fall, evidence has finally arrived that it happened roughly two months ago, reveals the latest update by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration of its trade data, as analyzed by Undercurrent News.
The US imported 37,961 metric tons of shrimp worth $319.0 million in May, 29% less volume and 28% less value than imported in May 2019. That’s also well below the 51,733t worth $439.4m imported just one month before, in April 2020.
Read moreNorway’s export value of fresh, frozen salmon down in week 26
Norway’s average export value of fresh and frozen salmon went down by 5% and 8% in week 26, according to the latest data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council and available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
Average unit prices of (head-on, gutted) fresh and frozen salmon went down from NOK 61.90 ($6.54) per kilogram to NOK 51.91/kg and from NOK 61.84/kg to NOK 55.73/kg, respectively.
Read moreUS exports of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan down 74%
Year-to-date, the US exported some 18,896 metric tons of Alaska pollock surimi to Japan, down 74% year-on-year in comparison with the 73,131t of this product exported during the same period of 2019.
According to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration —which can also be found in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — average export prices also fell in April, from $2.75 per kilogram in the same month of 2019 to $2.56/kg in 2020.
Read moreImports of Norwegian dried, salted cod to the EU rise for the fifth consecutive time
According to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Product, imports of Norwegian dried and salted cod to the EU rose for the fifth consecutive time from 368 metric tons the previous week to 568t in week 24.
Average unit prices, however, fell by around 10% from €9.31 ($10.46) per kilogram to €8.46/kg, as the chart below — which is available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page — shows.
Read moreUS coho salmon exports up 45% y-o-y
Up until April, the US exported some 1,077 metric tons of coho salmon, up 45% year-on-year from 744t. Exports of this product were worth $817,000, down 23% y-o-y, from $1.06 million in 2019, as data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Besides, export volumes fell again in April, from 354t in March to 242t. Average unit prices, however, rose by 4% from $5.01 per kilogram to $5.21/kg, as shown in the chart below — which is also available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
Read moreEU imports of processed shrimp from Vietnam down 24%
Up until June 14, the EU imported some 3,256 metric tons of prepared or preserved shrimp from Vietnam, down by 24% from 4,261t during the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products and available in Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
In week 24, however, volumes went up 9% from 148t in the same week of 2019 to 162t. Average unit prices also rose by 11% y-o-y, from €6.97 ($7.83) per kilogram in week 24, 2019 to €7.73/kg in the same week of 2020.
Read moreFirst rise of US squid imports in 2020
For the first time this year, the US import volume of squid went up by 15%, from 3,312 metric tons in March to 3,808t in April, as the latest data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
According to the chart below — which can be found in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page –, up until April, the US imports of this product were some 16,473t, up 6% in comparison with the same period of 2019.
Read moreNorway’s frozen cod exports drop again in week 25
According to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council and available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page, export volume and average unit value of Norwegian frozen cod went down by 10% and 3%, respectively.
Volumes decreased from 946 metric tons the previous week to 852t in week 25, as the chart below shows. For its part, the average unit value went down slightly from NOK 37.89 per kilogram to NOK 36.72/kg.
Read moreUS imports of Chinese shrimp down
US imports of shrimp from China were down in April compared with the same month of 2019, data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
According to the chart below — which can be found in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page — volumes went down by 33% in April year-on-year, from 1,189t to 794t. On top of the decline in volumes, average import prices for this product decreased y-o-y, from $5.92 per kilogram to $4.79/kg — down by 19%.
Read moreNorwegian frozen herring export volumes down 11% year-on-year
Up until June 21, Norway’s export volumes of frozen herring were some 71,757 metric tons, down 11% year-on-year from 80,896t in the same period of 2019, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council and available in Undercurrent News’ trade flows data page.
In week 25, volumes went down 31% from 2,936t in the same week of 2019 to 2,017t. Average unit prices, however, slightly rose by 5% y-o-y, from NOK 12.17 ($1.26) per kilogram in week 25, 2019 to NOK 12.75/kg in the same week of 2020.
Read moreBy Neil Ramsden
European coldwater shrimp prices begin reacting to supply from Canada
The price of coldwater shrimp being traded through Iceland has begun reflecting increased supply levels, a source told Undercurrent News.
The “northern shrimp” season begins in April (ice permitting) and most harvesting tends to kick off fully from May onwards.
Read moreNorway’s fresh salmon export volume, value drop in week 25
Norway exported lower volumes of fresh salmon in week 25 at reduced prices, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council and available on Undercurrent News‘ trade flows data page.
Export volumes of fresh salmon decreased by 6% week-on-week to 16,123t, which is also a 9% decrease in comparison with the same period of 2019. Meanwhile, the average price per kilogram dropped 12% w-o-w to NOK 61.90/kg.
Read moreEU imports of tuna from Ecuador, Maldives down y-o-y
Data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Product — also available on Undercurrent’s data page — shows that import volumes of prepared or preserved, whole or in pieces Ecuadorian skipjack tuna to the EU went down 8% year-on-year as of June 7, from 22,659 metric tons to 20,805t.
In addition, EU import volumes of fresh yellowfin tuna from the Maldives have also decreased y-o-y by 44%, from 482t to 272t during the same period.
Read moreEastern Pacific tuna landings up 25% y-o-y
According to the latest data published by the Inter-American Tropical Tuna Commission, and which can now be found in Undercurrent‘s data page, landings of eastern Pacific tuna were some 81,311 metric tons in April, up 25% from 64,975t in the same period of 2019.
For their part, landings of skipjack and yellowfin tuna accounted for 55% and 37% of the total, respectively. Total volumes also went up month-on-month by 17% — from 69,250 in March — as the first chart below shows.
Read moreEU import value of frozen pangasius from Vietnam rises rapidly in week 23
The average import value of pangasius from Vietnam rose by 33% from €1.75 ($1.98) per kilogram in the previous week to €2.33/kg in week 23.
The same trend was observed for imports of frozen pangasius fillets, whose average unit prices went up by 11% from €2.48/kg to €2.75/kg.
Read moreEU Alaska pollock imports from China down 16% y-o-y
Up until June 7, EU imports of Alaska salmon from China were some 68,356 metric tons, down 16% from 81,819t in the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 23, both import volumes and average unit prices of this product have also fallen significantly.
Read moreUS Atlantic salmon export value down 21% in April y-o-y
US exports of Atlantic salmon in April were worth $248m, down 21% y-o-y, while volumes rose by 60% in comparison with the same month of 2019 — from 252 metric tons to 401t, as data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration shows.
Both export volume and average unit value of Atlantic salmon from the US continued to fall in April, from 730t to 401t and from $7.25 per kilogram to $6.64/kg, in comparison with the previous month.
Read moreNorwegian frozen haddock exports rose by 76% in week 24
Norwegian exports of frozen haddock increased by 76% week-on-week, from 424 metric tons to 747t, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council.
This takes place after the sharp fall in export volumes that was seen the previous week, where volumes went down by 70% from 1,407t to 424t.
As volumes rose in week 24, average unit prices went down by 4% from NOK 28.35 ($2.97) per kilogram to NOK 27.34/kg.
Norwegian exports of frozen mackerel dropped again in week 24
Norwegian export volumes of frozen mackerel under 600 grams fell in week 24 for the fourth time in succession, from 1,967 metric tons to 1,500t, according to data published by the Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC).
Average export prices of this product also went down by 7% from NOK 18.57 ($1.96) per kilogram in week 23 to NOK 17.19/kg in week 24.
Read moreEU imports of frozen hoki from New Zealand down 23% y-o-y
Up until June 7, EU imports of frozen hoki from New Zealand reached 4,105 metric tons, down 23% from 5,353t imported during the same period of 2019, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
The average import value, however, is higher now than it was in 2019, fluctuating between €3.50 ($3.94) per kilogram and €4.90/kg, as the chart below shows.
Read moreEU import value of fresh Atlantic salmon from Norway continues increasing
In week 23, average import prices of Norwegian fresh Atlantic salmon went up again after a slight drop during the previous week, from €6.00 ($6.75) per kilogram to €6.39/kg, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Besides, imported volumes also rose again after three weeks of falling by 6%, from 10,367 metric tons in week 22 to 11,009t.
Read moreEU bass, bream imports from Turkey down in week 23
According to EU data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products, recent exports from Turkey of both seabass and seabream have been declining, with average EU import values fluctuating between €4.00 per kilogram and €4.10/kg.
In week 23, volumes reached 427 metric tons for bass and 706t for bream, down 2% week-on-week in both species. Average unit prices, however, remain stable for bass at almost €4.10/kg but decreased for the second consecutive week for bream — from €4.07/kg to €3.99/kg.
Read moreEU imports of frozen hake from South Africa continue rising in week 23
EU imports of frozen hake from South Africa rose for the seventh time in succession in week 23, from 410 metric tons to 487t, up 19% week-on-week. This was according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Average unit prices also went up from €2.77 per kilogram in week 21 and €2.85/kg in week 22 to €3.24/kg. As shown in the chart below, this market has been characterized by its high price volatility, fluctuating between €2.50/kg and €3.20/kg since the beginning of 2020.
Read moreEU imports of frozen Ecuadorian shrimp hold up despite COVID-19
EU import figures for frozen shrimp from Ecuador have seen little decline despite COVID-19, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
Up until June 7, import volumes of this product for 2020 were 38,491 metric tons, not even a 1% drop in comparison with the same period of 2019. Average unit prices, for their part, have fluctuated since the beginning of the year.
Read moreEU Norwegian herring import volume up 19% y-o-y
Up until June 7, the EU had imported 11,172 metric tons of preserved and prepared herring, up 19% y-o-y from 9,418t in the same period of 2019, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 23, import volumes of this product — which cover a range of processed herring, whole or in pieces — were down 4% to 370t in comparison with week 22.
Read moreFirst signs of recovery in EU imports of US scallops
After 12 weeks of roughly no activity, US scallop imports to the EU showed its first signs of recovery in week 23, according to data from the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products (EUMOFA).
Import volumes were over one ton for the first time since mid-March, reaching the same levels as in week 11. After that, the EUMOFA showed no data for this product for several weeks, as the chart below shows.
Read moreEU import volume, value of Chilean mussels continue rising in week 23
Import volume and average unit value of prepared and preserved Chilean mussels to the EU continued rising for the third consecutive week, according to data published by the European Market Observatory for Fisheries and Aquaculture Products.
In week 23, volumes rose by 10% from 134 metric tons to 148t. Up until June 7, the EU had imported 3,158t of processed Chilean mussels in airtight containers, down 26% y-o-y.
Read moreUS pink salmon export volume, value continue to fall
Both export volume and average unit value of pink salmon from the US continued to fall in April, from 1,409 metric tons to 1,079t, and from $5.07 per kilogram to $3.85/kg, in comparison with the previous month.
Volumes have been steadily decreasing since September 2019, when exports were of 26,450t. However, and despite the fall, the average export value was much lower then.
Read moreUS Alaska pollock exports down 15% in April
US export volumes of Alaska pollock decreased 15% in April, from 61,947 metric tons in March to 52,865t, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Although export volumes were around 1,500t at the beginning of the year, they steadily rose in February and March to reach over 60,000t.
Read moreUS import value of Ecuadorian shrimp dips, as volume increases y-o-y
US average import value for Ecuadorian shrimp has decreased year-on-year, from $6.55 per kilogram in 2018 to $5.73/kg in 2019, and $5.48/kg in 2020 — down 16% since two years’ prior.
Simultaneously, export volumes have risen from 48,134 metric tons is 2018 to 55,720t in 2019 and 57,947t in 2020, according to data published by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Read moreUS tilapia imports recover from rock-bottom
After hitting rock-bottom levels in March, US import volumes of frozen tilapia fillets showed an increase in April for the first time in 2020, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
Volumes in April almost doubled from March figures, going up from 3,616 metric tons to 7,180t. Imports from China accounted for 93% of the total in April.
Read moreUS imports of Chinese squid at lowest in past decade
According to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, during the first four months of 2020, the US imported 7,396 metric tons of Chinese squid worth $33 million, down 43% in volume and down 8% in value, year-on-year.
March and April figures represent the US’ lowest imports of Chinese squid by volume for the last decade.
Read moreNorwegian fresh haddock exports increase y-o-y
Up until June 1, 2020, Norway had exported 9,728 metric tons of fresh haddock — 20% more year-on-year — at a value of NOK 175 million ($19m), up 26% compared to the same period in 2019, according to the Norwegian Seafood Council.
On the other hand, export volume and value of frozen haddock from the Nordic country have both undergone a significant decrease in comparison with 2019.
Read moreUS scallop imports down 33% in April
According to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), US import volumes of scallops decreased by almost 500 metric tons in April, month-on-month: from 1,521t in March to 1,026t.
This meant, however, a 31% increase compared to the same month in 2019.
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