Peru: The price of squid remains high and impacts the economy of families and businesses

Squid continues to have a high price in different markets in the capital. Currently, in the fishing terminal of Villa María del Triunfo, squid is sold at 24 soles per kilo. They also emphasize that the price varies constantly. Shortage of squid reported due to illegal fishing by 300 Chinese vessels in Peruvian sea On the other hand, a merchant indicates that for now Chilean squid is entering the country; however, she specifies that the quality is very different from the national squid. She also points out that due to the increase in price, several people have opted for other ...