Putassu became the most affordable fish in Russia in July
Putassu became the most affordable fish in Russia in July, with an average price of 82 rubles per kilogram, according to the All-Russian Association of Fish Industry (VARPE). The ranking has shifted significantly over the past three years, with only three fish species remaining in the top five.
Consensus
- Putassu is the most affordable fish in Russia with an average price of 82 rubles/kg in July.
- The average price of putassu was 82 rubles per kilogram at the beginning of July.
- Tихоокеанская сельдь (Pacific herring) is the second most affordable fish at 93 rubles per kilogram.
- Kaspiyskaya tyulka (Caspian sprat) is the third most affordable fish at 95 rubles per kilogram.
- The ranking of fish affordability has changed significantly over the past three years.
- Only three fish species remained in the top five of the affordability ranking after three years.
Points of divergence
- Tихоокеанская сельдень (Pacific herring) has become even more affordable, while Atlantic mackerel (atlanтическая мойва) is gradually becoming a premium fish with an average price of 330 rubles per kilogram due to the suspension of fishing because of lack of quotas. — vm
- Switching from business lunches to home-cooked meals can reduce food expenses by 50–70 percent and save up to 70,000 rubles per year, though it raises the challenge of keeping food fresh; a dietitian shared tips on preserving meals for work. — vm
Coverage (2 sources)
- Which is the cheapest fish in Russia — Вечерняя Москва
- Named the most affordable fish in Russia — Вести