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Russian Salmon Fishing Season: Far Eastern Fishermen Catch Over 267,000 Tons of Pacific Salmon

RUSSIAN FEDERATION
Friday, August 08, 2025, 06:00 (GMT + 9)

Total harvest surpasses 50% of the annual projection, with Kamchatka leading and notable growth in other regions

VLADIVOSTOK — The 2025 salmon fishing season in the Russian Far East has reached a significant milestone, with a maximum of 89,000 tons caught last week, bringing the total catch of Pacific salmon to 267,300 tons. This success comes despite initial forecasts that projected an annual total of around 312,000 tons, indicating a strong performance this season

 Results by Region

• Kamchatka Territory: As is tradition, Kamchatka leads the production with 225,400 tons, representing 84.3% of the total volume.

• Khabarovsk Krai: In second place, the region has caught approximately 15,500 tons, a significant increase of 5,200 tons compared to the 10,300 tons in 2023.

• Magadan Region: Fishermen have caught over 11,100 tons of salmon.

• Primorsky Krai: The "red fishing" season is nearing completion in Primorye, with over 8,800 tons produced, a notable increase of 7,300 tons from the 1,550 tons in 2023.

• Sakhalin and Chukotka: Production in Sakhalin amounts to 6,000 tons, while in Chukotka, over 307 tons have been caught.

Composition of the Catch

The catch structure reflects the dominance of certain species in the two-year cycle. Pink salmon (горбуша) makes up the largest portion of the catch, with 209,368 tons (78.3%). It is followed by sockeye salmon (нерка) with 37,405 tons (14%) and chum salmon (кета) with 20,078 tons (7.5%). Catches of other species include:

Scientific Support and Quota Increase:

Groups of specialists from the All-Russian Research Institute of Fisheries and Oceanography (VNIRO) are providing crucial scientific support throughout the season. Scientists have prepared 19 science-based recommendations to adjust the catch volumes of pink, chum, and sockeye salmon in various regions, which has allowed for an increase of 118,261 tons in quotas. This demonstrates the dynamic nature of the fishing season and the role of science in managing marine resources. The season will continue until autumn, with fishing in the Southern Kuril Islands extending until November 30.

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