German tuna imports increased sharply

Published Oct 8, 2020

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In the first half of 2020, Germany experienced a significant surge in the demand for canned tuna, with imports reaching a five-year high of over 58,000 tons, marking a 47% increase compared to the same period in 2019. This trend is largely attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic, with families stockpiling tuna as a reliable source of protein. The Philippines dominates the supply of tuna for the German market, contributing 24% to the total imports, followed by Ecuador and Papua New Guinea, which have also seen growth in their exports to Germany. Despite the challenges posed by the epidemic, Papua New Guinea and Vietnam have managed to recover and grow their market share in Germany, with Papua New Guinea experiencing an 84% increase and Vietnam a 12% increase.

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Original content

According to the Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), in the first half of 2020, demand for German tuna (especially canned tuna) increases. The volume of imported tuna of this country reached the highest level in the past 5 years. This is mainly due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, which prompted many families in Germany to stock up on tuna to ensure a healthy, long-term source of protein. According to Eurostat's statistics, the total volume of German tuna imported in the first half of 2020 reached more than 58 thousand tons, up 47% over the same period in 2019, equivalent to more than 18.5 thousand tons. German tuna imports are mainly canned tuna, accounting for nearly 98% of the total import volume. Compared to the same period in 2019, German tuna imports increased. Specifically, in the first half of 2020, German imports of canned processed tuna increased by 48%, while imports of fresh, raw and frozen tuna increased 19%. While the volume of tuna ...

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