Krainy pointed out that the Russian government had earlier set this task to the country’s fishermen only for 2018.
“We can provide Russians with high-quality domestic fish products, because we currently catch more than the country’s population consumes,” said the head of the Federal Agency for Fishery.
According to Krainy, “Consumption of fishery products in the country is increasing annually, and the culture of consumption is improving.” According to the Federal Fisheries Agency, “
Krainy reported that “this year, the total catch of Russian fishermen has reached some 4 million tonnes, slightly lower than in 2011, but that is enough to meet the population’s fish consumption demand.”
“In 2013, even more fish will be caught, especially salmon,” promised the head of Federal Agency for Fisheries, citing scientists’ data on the study of biological resources of the
Krainy also noted that “in 2012, Russian fishermen have significantly increased their presence in the territorial waters of West Africa, where a few more countries have been added to the traditional places of fishing, such as
He specified that “a fishing agreement with
Krainy explained that “the fish caught in the territorial waters of West Africa is sent for the production of canned products to
According to head of the Russian Federal Agency for Fisheries, in 2013 “it is planned to open in the Russian territory fish stores of sales networks, principled and final agreements with their owners have been reached.” Krainy said that in 2013, a total of 15 such outlets will be opened in big grocery shopping centres in Moscow, and then up to 3 thousand - across Russia.
Krainy also said that “negotiations are underway on making electronic cards for Russians in which the system of providing of families in need with certain fish products at low prices will be integrated.” It is planned to provide all citizens of the country with such cards.
With this end in view, he said, “In most stores it is planned to create special sections where the needy families will be able to buy fish products at low prices, paying with this card.” “Certainly, no black caviar and expensive fish will be sold in these outlets, but good quality fish products at affordable prices,” said Krainy.
He pointed out that “already now it is possible to buy at stores of the
Asked by Itar-Tass to comment on the question of red tape regarding reports on catches of fishermen of fishing farms in the lower Volga area, put to President Vladimir Putin at a press conference on December 20, Krainy said that he would defend in the Russian government the system of control and accounting introduced in 2012 in this region, as it addresses the issues of poaching, overfishing, speculation and theft.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) In the first six months of 2026, Ha Tinh province continued to implement comprehensive solutions to combat IUU fishing; strictly manage the fishing fleet, control fishing vessels entering and leaving ports, operate vessel tracking devices, trace the origin of seafood, and severely punish violations.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam's tilapia exports reached USD 7 million in June 2026, down 32% compared with the same month in 2025. Nevertheless, thanks to strong growth in the first five months of the year, cumulative tilapia exports in the first half of 2026 totaled USD 69 million, up 67% year on year.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Sa Giang Import-Export Joint Stock Company, a member of the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), has been honored with the "Famous Brand - Competitive Vietnamese Brand 2026" certification at an award ceremony organized by the Vietnam Intellectual Property Association (VIPA).
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) China imported nearly $1.4 billion worth of Vietnamese seafood in the first half of the year, a 40% increase compared to the same period last year, surpassing the US to become the largest export market for the industry.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) As part of Vietfish 2026, the International Seafood Hosted Buyer Program has been designed as a dedicated B2B matchmaking initiative for selected international buyers. The program provides opportunities to meet directly with Vietnamese seafood companies, gain market insights, and experience Vietnam's seafood supply chain firsthand.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) A Story from Cà Mau’s Coast It’s 5 AM in Cà Mau. Minh, a third-generation fisherman, is ready to set sail. But unlike his father and grandfather, his boat no longer runs on an old diesel engine that burns fuel and clouds the sky with smoke. Instead, it’s powered by a hybrid engine that saves 40% fuel—funded by an ESG program from a major seafood exporter.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Vietnam's pangasius industry is shifting its focus from increasing production volume to enhancing value-added products in order to meet the increasingly stringent requirements of export markets. In An Giang Province—the country's leading hub for pangasius farming and processing—businesses and farmers are prioritizing product quality, traceability, food safety, and sustainable development rather than expanding output.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Following strong growth in 2025, Vietnam’s tuna exports to Sweden continued to edge higher during the first five months of 2026. However, the picture is far from straightforward. Orders have fluctuated significantly from month to month, indicating that this market remains cautious, with purchasing decisions closely tied to actual demand and the import cycles of Nordic distributors rather than to a steady upward trend.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) China’s shrimp imports in the first five months of 2026 continued to surpass the same period in 2025, indicating that demand in the world’s largest seafood-consuming market remains strong. However, behind the growth figures lies an increasingly competitive landscape: Ecuador dominates the competitively priced whiteleg shrimp segment, India remains the second-largest supplier, while Vietnam stands out in the lobster segment but still needs to strengthen its advantages through quality, traceability, and reliable supply.
(seafood.vasep.com.vn) Lobster exports to China continued to surge in the first half of this year, putting the lobster industry on the verge of reaching an export value exceeding $1 billion.
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