Keta and nerka became the cheapest fish species in Russia during the… (цена · кета · нерка)
Keta and nerka became the cheapest fish species in Russia during the first half of 2026, with prices dropping by 10% and 5% respectively on the Far East. The decline is attributed to seasonal fishing patterns and supply levels.
Consensus
- Keta and nerka became the cheapest fish species in Russia during the first half of 2026
- Prices for keta dropped by 10% and for nerka by 5%
- Current prices are 450 rubles per kg for keta and 750 rubles per kg for nerka
- The decline is linked to seasonal fishing patterns
Points of divergence
- The decrease in prices was not due to a sharp drop in supply, as the main reserves of cod were sold off at the end of last year and early this year. — kommersant
- In August, there will be a significant price reduction for several products including potatoes, onions, carrots, and cabbage due to fresh harvests entering stores. — vm
- The fishing season for salmon began on May 20th with an estimated catch of 227 thousand tons this year, which is a third less than in 2025. — kommersant
- In Russia, the price of pollock sharply increased due to export demand, especially from China. — kommersant
Coverage (3 sources)
- VARP named the cheapest fish in Russia — Коммерсантъ
- Herring and Whitefish Become the Cheapest Fish in Russia — Вечерняя Москва
- Cheapest Fish in Russia Identified — Вести