Fish prices on 9-17-2024 in Egypt

Published Sep 17, 2024

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The article provides an overview of the fish production and pricing in Egypt, particularly in the Giza Governorate. It highlights that the production reached 183 thousand tons, with fish farms being the primary contributor at 79.7%. The prices for various fish species such as sea bass, tilapia, and mullet were noted, with the prices fluctuating based on the type and region. The article also mentions efforts to increase export rates and the importance of improving lakes for fish wealth development. It provides the wholesale prices for different fish and pasta in the Obour market and shares information on Egypt achieving 85% self-sufficiency in fish production. The article concludes by mentioning the annual fish production figures and the per capita fish consumption in Egypt.

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Traders in Giza Governorate confirmed to Al Mal that the fish production in the lakes reached 183 thousand tons, and a kilo of sea bass recorded 230 pounds, and Swiss pasta ranged between 140 and 200 pounds for the consumer. Tilapia fish prices Tilapia fish prices ranged between 90 and 100 pounds - depending on the region - and fish farms account for the lion's share of fish production in Egypt at 79.7%, followed by lakes at 10.8%, and shrimp production at Al-Diba farm reached 102 tons. Then came production in sea water at 4.9%, then fresh water at 3.8%, ending with rice fields at 0.8% of the total production, according to a statement issued by the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics. Mullet prices Mullet prices ranged between 150 and 190 pounds, and Egypt seeks to increase export rates, according to Sayed El-Quseir, the former Minister of Agriculture, and the axes of fish wealth development depend on developing and improving lakes, which include Manzala, ...

Source: Almalnews