Russian consumers face rocketing salmon roe prices

A sharp rise in salmon roe prices is putting the traditional Russian New Year treat beyond the reach of ordinary consumers.

A worker sorts chum salmon caviar in the far east of Russia. Domestic salmon roe prices have risen to levels beyond the reach of some domestic consumers.
A worker sorts chum salmon caviar in the far east of Russia. Domestic salmon roe prices have risen to levels beyond the reach of some domestic consumers.Photo: Artyom Zhitenev/RIA Novosti
Published 3 December 2024, 16:35Updated 3 December 2024, 16:35
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