Russia plans to double Pacific wild salmon fishing fees

A new law that increases the cost of fishing licenses could have devastating consequences for salmon companies operating in the Russian Far East.

Higher license fees for Pacific wild salmon in Russia's Far East could affect more than 8,000 fishermen and 97 companies.
Higher license fees for Pacific wild salmon in Russia's Far East could affect more than 8,000 fishermen and 97 companies.Photo: Konstantin Baidin / Shutterstock.com