The mahi mahi fishery generates US$ 90 million a year for Peru

According to a report published by WWF Peru, our country exported 12 thousand tons of frozen mahi mahi per year in the last decade. The mahi mahi fishery, a vital marine resource, is a significant pillar of Peru's economy. It not only generates considerable income, but also contributes to food security, employment and sustainable development of coastal communities. According to a recent report published by WWF Peru, which presents a historical-statistical analysis of this activity, an average of 42 thousand tons of mahi mahi have been landed annually during the period 2000-2022. The years 2015 and 2021 were particularly notable, recording the largest landings. Additionally, the report reveals that, in the last decade, an average of 12 thousand tons of frozen mahi mahi have been exported annually, generating an average FOB value of US$ 90 million per year for the country. These data underline the economic relevance of the parakeet for Peru. “The mahi mahi is the second most ...