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EP 739 | AIRED 05/05/2025
May 5th, 2025 - As the pollock “A” season wraps up in both Alaska and Russia, combined harvests from the two countries have reached over 1.7 million metric tons—about 40% from Alaska and 60% from Russia.
Alaska has landed roughly 44% of its total allowable catch, totaling over 678,000 metric tons, while Russia has landed about 42% of its TAC, just over 1 million metric tons. Both countries saw an increase to their TACs for 2025.
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Our recommendation is that you secure your Pacific Cod and Pollock requirements appropriately given current trade and harvest dynamics.
Price reports are noting rising prices for Alaska Pacific cod driven by strong demand and limited supply, while Russia Pacific cod prices remain stable.
Alaska pollock fillet prices are holding firm in the U.S. wholesale market supported by strong demand, while Russian H&G pollock prices are softening slightly but still remain high.
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