Fisheries

Peru anchovy season boosts fishmeal

2025-10-08T08:37:00

New regulations governing the management of the northern subpopulation of northern anchovy are illegal

The extended anchovy fishing season in Peru’s North-Centre region this year has had a significant impact on global fishmeal and fish oil production

While the 2024 season ended around 19 June, fishing activity in 2025 continued into late July, providing a longer window for catch and processing.

Peru typically accounts for about 20% of the world’s fishmeal and fish oil supply, making its seasonal trends particularly influential on the global market.

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