The president of Hungarian Aquaculture and Fisheries István Németh: It gets significantly more expensive, but at least there will be fish

The winter fisheries have started in Hungary; as István Németh, the president of the Hungarian Aquaculture and Fisheries Interprofessional Organization, told InfoRádio, we are after a difficult year. Unfortunately, we have very bad results, the fishing industry is in a difficult situation due to the established drought, increased feed prices and skyrocketing energy prices. The few thermal baths are primarily used by players in the fishing sector, and we ensure Hungary's fish supply at Christmas," he outlined the situation. Exports are "voluntarily limited" - from 18-20 percent to less than 10 percent - although from neighboring countries (Romania, Poland, Croatia, Serbia) there is also a great demand for good quality Hungarian fish, especially carp. "We are forced to publish the changes in the price of the products. Compared to last year's price of carp, consumers can get raw fish at a price that is about 35-40 percent higher," said István Németh. This can mean HUF 1,800-2,000 for ...