Russia: Pollock catch decline in the Bering Sea approaches a quarter

Alexey Osintsev, President of the Association of Fishing Fleet Owners, emphasizes that changes in hydrological conditions and fish migration within the Russian economic zone have decreased fish catches. He cautions that keeping the current Total Allowable Catch (TAC) levels may lead to quota underutilization. Fishing industry associations propose reducing the TAC for 2025 to boost economic profitability, while experts advise considering both biological and economic factors in setting TAC to adapt to actual conditions and ensure the sustainability of the industry.