Bumper anchovy quota catches fishmeal industry off guard

The latest anchovy fishing season in Peru has begun with vessels chasing a higher-than-expected quota. A short-term shift in prices might follow.

The first Peruvian anchovy quota of 2025 is the highest since 2018. — The first Peruvian anchovy quota of 2025 is the highest since 2018.Photo: Peru Ministry of Production

John Evans

Correspondent

Published 23 April 2025, 14:22Updated 23 April 2025, 14:22

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