Russia's total pollock catch exceeds 400,000 tons

The article reports on the dynamic fishing trends in various sea areas, with a focus on the Far East, where pollock dominates 70% of the catch. The Sea of Okhotsk is experiencing expanded ice coverage but does not hinder fishing activities, supported by enhanced safety measures. Other seas such as the Northern, Western, Azov-Black Sea area, and the Volga-Caspian Sea Basin also contribute to the fishing industry, witnessing fluctuations in production. Notably, the Russian fleet's fishing volume in international waters has doubled, showing a significant increase in catch. Additionally, the article highlights logistical challenges in the Primorsky Krai, including high storage utilization rates and backlogs in transport ships, anticipating challenges as the Sea of Okhotsk fishing season progresses and pollock catches are expected to rise further.

Regional fishing details 1. Far East waters: Pollock accounts for 70% · Pollock: The cumulative catch reached 405,500 tons, accounting for 70% of the total production in the sea area. In the week of February 16 alone, 86 large and medium-sized fishing vessels participated in the operation. · Pacific herring: The output was 125,600 tons, an increase of 13,100 tons over the same period in 2024, completing 111.6% of the annual plan. · Cod: The catch was 19,200 tons. The Sea of Okhotsk is currently in the "A season" (January-April), during which the pollock catch usually accounts for 80% of the annual total. Although the ice coverage in the western and northern parts of the sea area has expanded to 40.4% (close to the historical low), the Russian Far East rescue team has ensured the safety of fishing boat operations by strengthening ice monitoring. 2. Other sea areas · Northern sea area: total production of 32,900 tons, mainly cod (23,700 tons) and haddock (4,900 tons). · ...