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Fish prices in Azerbaijan have increased over the past week, driven by stronger demand, limited local catch, and reliance on imports from neighboring countries.
Fish prices in Azerbaijan have climbed noticeably in recent days, particularly for imported products, as rising consumer demand coincides with a shortage of locally sourced supply.
Vendors at local markets report that the cost of imported fish has increased by roughly 1-2 manats per kilogram within a single week. Much of the fish sold in the country is brought in from Iran, Russia, and Turkey, making domestic prices sensitive to external supply conditions.
White fish that previously sold for about 33-34 manats per kilogram is now priced closer to 36-37 manats, while species such as sea bream, sea bass, and trout have also recorded increases of around 1 manat, with some regional varieties showing differences of up to 3 manats per kilogram.
Consumers confirm the upward trend, noting that imported fish in particular has become more expensive and that price stability remains uncertain.
Market participants attribute the situation primarily to a scarcity of local fish.
Catches from the Caspian Sea remain extremely limited, and river fish are also rarely available. As a result, the market increasingly depends on imports and aquaculture raised in artificial ponds, volumes that still fall short of meeting overall demand.
If high demand and constrained supply persist, sellers say further price increases cannot be ruled out, suggesting continued pressure on seafood costs in the near term.