China’s seafood export prices continue to rise

Chinese seafood exports rose 10 percent by value in the first 10 months of 2022, even as traded volumes remained flat.

China’s seafood exporters have complained of weak demand, particularly in the European Union, due to inflationary pressure on consumers. China’s processors, meanwhile, have reported rising input costs and difficulties sourcing whitefish. 

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