There is a big problem in the Hungarian fishing industry, even the producers are helpless

Published 2024년 8월 16일

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Hungary's fish farms are facing a severe crisis due to high temperatures leading to low oxygen levels and the release of toxic gases in fish ponds, causing mass fish deaths. The evaporation rate is escalating, and water shortages are expected to worsen by September, marking a more significant issue than in previous years. The country, which has the most water per capita in Europe, is experiencing drying issues due to water loss and illegal flow out of the country. The aquaculture sector is grappling with a decrease in demand and price drops for carp, a staple product, with an anticipated 20-30% reduction in fish production. Additionally, the reduced fish consumption is seen as a public health concern by industry leaders.

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Due to the high heat, a brutal lack of oxygen developed and unhealthy sludge gas (hydrogen sulfide and ammonia) was released in the fish ponds. The temperature of the water in the upper layer has been around 30 degrees Celsius for weeks, and the evaporation is two centimeters per day - Ferenc Lévai, the spokesperson of the Hungarian Aquaculture and Fisheries Professional Association (Ma-Hal) and the CEO of Aranyponty Zrt., described the situation in the lake farms to Világgazdaság . Fish deaths due to lack of water are now affecting many farms, but the extent of this is not seen until the end of September, but it is already certain that the extent is more significant than in a normal year. In Transdanubia, access to the water needed to fill fish ponds has already been restricted. The reservoirs have been emptied, and according to the specialist, a long-term water management policy is needed. Per capita, Hungary has the most water in Europe, yet we are drying up, because even a ...

Source: Agronaplo