It has been announced what fish Ukrainian aqua farmers grow

Published 2021년 8월 25일

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Ukrainians consume less fish compared to Europeans due to a lack of cultural tradition and higher prices. However, there is a shift towards a healthier lifestyle leading to an increase in fish consumption. The preference for fish and seafood imports remains stable, with herring, mackerel, hake, sprat, and salmon being the most popular. The price range and quality of fish products are important factors. There is also a move towards trying more luxurious seafood like lobsters and Argentine shrimp, but there are challenges in introducing local seafood products in restaurants due to preferences for traditional fish species.

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According to statistics, one Ukrainian eats 15 kg of fish a year. This is much lower than European figures, where a person mostly has 22 kg of products. There are several reasons for this, including the lack of a culture of fish consumption and higher prices compared to meat, which is why buyers prefer meat products. According to the Etcetera agency for 2019, a Ukrainian eats mostly 52.8 kg of meat a year. However, recently the taste habits of Ukrainians are changing. This was reported by Livestock today, writes agronews.ua. According to fish and seafood market expert Ksenia Horova, the preferences of buyers are strongly influenced by the trend of a healthy lifestyle and diet, which is gaining popularity around the world. "People are interested in different resources with information about the right diet, choice of products and their preparation," - says Gorova. For example, at the end of 2020 in Ukraine launched a free educational platform Easyfish.club, where consultants advise ...

Source: AgronewsUA