Top 5 types of imported fish products on the Russian market

Published 2023년 11월 24일

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Imports in the last three months decreased in cost by 18% in dollars, resulting in less imported products in both weight and value in October 2023. Frozen mackerel took the lead among imported fish products, with Atlantic mackerel accounting for the majority. Surimi dropped from first to second place, with lower import volumes and prices compared to 2022. Vannamei shrimp dropped to third place, indicating a decrease in demand from importers. Salmon's share increased, showing its popularity among Russians, while giant squid also saw an increase in its share and lower prices due to the introduction of cheaper squid from Peru.

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At the same time, a comparison of imports over the last three months (August-October) with the same period in 2022 gives a different picture. Thus, the weight of imports did not change, but imported products “fell in price” in dollars - their total cost decreased by 18%. The volumes of imports over the last month differ sharply: in October 2023, 29% less products were imported in weight and 41% less in value (in foreign currency). The reason is the growth of the dollar, which is gradually transferred to prices on store shelves. Top 5 types of imported fish products 1. In 2023, frozen mackerel is in the lead (in 2022 it was in sixth place), accounting for 9% by weight of supplies over 10 months and 13% in October. The share of mackerel in dollar value is also growing: since the beginning of the year it amounted to 4%, in October - 6%. At the same time, the volume of supplies decreased in every month starting from August (in 2022 and 2021, the dynamics during this period were ...

Source: Fishretail