Fish supply for Holy Week is guaranteed with stable prices and ample supply nationwide

Consumption projected between 45,000 and 50,000 tons during the season Photo: iStock

Fish supply for Holy Week is guaranteed with stable prices and ample supply nationwide

TL;DR

  • Fish supply for Holy Week in Colombia is guaranteed with a wide offering and stable prices.
  • Producers planned production cycles in advance to meet demand.
  • An estimated 45,000 to 50,000 tons of fish are expected to be sold.
  • Prices have remained stable, which benefits consumers but concerns producers.
  • Pisciculture products like tilapia, cachama, and trout are more economical than marine or continental fishing products.
  • The appreciation of the Colombian peso has helped maintain stable internal prices but negatively impacted exporters.