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Fish prices in Azerbaijan have increased in recent months, with sellers and buyers reporting noticeable changes across several popular varieties. Depending on the species, retail prices have risen by roughly 1 to 2 manats per kilogram compared with last year.
Market vendors attribute the increase largely to higher transportation costs affecting imported fish. Azerbaijan sources a significant share of its supply from countries such as Iran, Russia and Türkiye, making logistics expenses a key factor in retail pricing.
Recent market data show that white fish previously sold for about 33–34 manats per kilogram is now priced at roughly 36–37 manats. Other commonly consumed species are also affected, with sea bass (lavrak) selling for around 20 manats, sea bream (chupra) about 18 manats, and trout typically in the 12–13 manat range. Imported trout has likewise recorded an increase of approximately 1 manat.
Specialists say structural factors are also contributing to the trend. Fish stocks in the Caspian Sea have declined, limiting the availability of locally caught products and pushing more demand toward imports. Similar supply pressures are being observed in freshwater fish categories.
Together, reduced domestic catch and rising import-related costs are reshaping the country’s fish market, keeping prices elevated for consumers.