8,400 tons of fish will be consumed in Peru

Published 2024년 3월 26일

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In Peru, Minister of Production Ana María Choquehuanca has announced an expected consumption of approximately 8,400 tons of fish and seafood during Holy Week, despite a slight increase in the prices of bonito and parakeet fish due to holiday demand. This seasonal tradition is anticipated to support the livelihoods of 80,000 artisanal fishermen and 30,000 aquaculturists. To ensure the safety and health of hydrobiological products, the ministry is overseeing visits to fishing terminals and coordinating training with the National Fisheries Health Organization (Sanipes). Furthermore, Produce is launching training initiatives for social leaders to encourage fish consumption in soup kitchens, aiming to maintain the tradition and promote healthy eating.

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03/26/2024 The Minister of Production, Ana María Choquehuanca, projected that during Holy Week, approximately 8,400 tons (t) of fish and seafood will be consumed in Peru. “That is the projection we have, but we are also attentive to the conditions under which these resources will be commercialized,” he stated. Choquehuanca stated that an increase was observed in the prices of bonito and parakeet due to the demand for the holiday. “There is an increase, but it is not significant. It is tradition in the population that fish consumption registers an increase on these dates. There will be 80,000 artisanal fishermen and 30,000 aquaculturists who will be impacted by the Easter purchase,” he added. Training The head of Produce reported that visits are being made to the fishing terminals of Lima and other coastal regions to learn about the situation of artisanal fishing ...

Source: PEelperuano