Russia ramps up imports of Chinese aquatic products, with a surge in mackerel and trout

Imports of mackerel and trout have seen significant growth. In terms of categories, the growth of frozen mackerel and frozen trout is particularly notable. The import volume of frozen mackerel more than doubled, reaching 14,000 tons, with an import value of $19 million. This growth is mainly due to the decline in Russia's domestic mackerel catch in 2024, with China quickly filling the supply gap. Frozen trout imports showed even stronger growth, with a year-on-year increase of 2.2 times, reaching 4,000 tons, valued at $35 million. Industry insiders point out that as domestic consumption demand for "salmon-like fish species" in Russia rises, and with traditional supplier Turkey reducing exports, China has become an important source to fill the gap. At the same time, imports of frozen saury (Scomberesox) have also risen significantly, with a year-on-year increase of 45%, reaching 7,500 tons, with an import value of $13 million, a year-on-year increase of 85%. This indicates that the ...