Fisheries

Russia's wild salmon season closes with worst catch in 20 years

This year's catch is almost 2.5 times lower than in 2023, making the 2024 salmon harvest the worst in the past two decades.

One Russian industry executive said this year's low salmon catches have to be looked at in a broader, historical context.
One Russian industry executive said this year's low salmon catches have to be looked at in a broader, historical context.Photo: Shutterstock
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Published 26 November 2024, 18:00Updated 26 November 2024, 18:00
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