Tag Archives: Albacore

Tuna Fish: Market Remains Firm on All Species

Posted on November 15, 2012 by foodblog

The market has been steady the past few months with very firm prices.  Typically, the market is strong in September/October as demand is robust for product to arrive here to make entry on January 2, for a potential duty rate … Continue reading →

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Tuna: Market Update

Posted on April 26, 2012 by foodblog

The Skipjack species of tuna typically drives the market.  The raw material of Skipjack, the whole fish, now costs an almost record high $2,200/mt (metric ton=2,204 lbs.).  As recently as 18 months ago, it was about half the cost it … Continue reading →

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Tuna Fish: Prices to Remain High

Posted on August 8, 2011 by foodblog

Tuna Fish of all species remains very strong, especially Tongol and Yellowfin.  The current fishing ban in effect is putting further pressure on available raw material.  Skipjack appears to have taken a slight dip, but is again moving up in … Continue reading →

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Tuna: Market Update

Posted on April 4, 2011 by foodblog

All grades are extremely short in supply, and very expensive.  Fishing has not been good for several months now, and many fishing vessels that were operated out of Japan’s damaged coast have been destroyed. Skipjack prices are at historic highs. … Continue reading →

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