Global fishmeal production up 55% in 2023

The Organization of Marine Ingredients Manufacturers (IFFO) has estimated the production of fishmeal and oil in the world since the beginning of 2023, according to the All-Russian Association of Fisheries Industry (VARPE). The WARPE report indicated that Peru made the largest contribution to the production of fishmeal in the first two months of 2023. The increase in production was affected by the late start of the anchovy season, the report noted. During this period, Peru mastered 84% of the allowed anchovy catch, which is more than 2.3 million tons of fish. The competent departments of the country will soon complete the assessment of anchovy stocks and give a forecast for the next season. At the same time, the production of fish oil in the world decreased by 20%, largely due to the reduction in the production of this product in Iceland and ...