National production of canned fish in Portugal reached 468 million euros in 2022, “with a production volume of 80,000 tons. This performance represents a growth of 28% in value and 25% in quantity compared to 2021”, revealed ANICP – National Association of Fish Canned Industry, in a note sent to Lusa.
Tuna continues to be the main preserved product produced, having generated 209 million euros, that is, 45% of the sector's total.
Sardines, crustaceans and molluscs also play an important role in the sector's production, pointed out the association.
More than 60% of all production is destined for export, and last year this represented €334 million, 10% more than the previous year.
Spain and France are the main export destinations, representing 29% and 24% of exported volume, respectively.
In terms of sales price, the USA stands out (9.1 euros per kg), followed by Italy (8.5 euros).
Tuna is also the main exported product, representing 40% of the total, mainly to Spain (48%).
Last year, Portugal imported 289 million euros in canned goods, totalling 67,000 tonnes, equivalent to an increase of 8% in value and 6% in quantity.
More than half of these imports are canned tuna. Spain is the main supplier (59%).
In 2022, the sector's operating costs in Portugal were 384 million euros.
ANICP said that the sector “faces increasing difficulty in hiring local labor”, which represents a challenge, making talent attraction and retention strategies necessary.
Look at what's happening before publishing these type of news. UK is banning tuna in some nurseries and kitchens. In a recent study in Europe 1 in 10 canned tuna contains levels of mercury that are above what is considered safe. The canned industry for tuna is likely to change in a near future.
By AnthonyPeter from Other on 17 Nov 2024, 23:38