Russian Fishermen Set New Annual Catch Record in 2021
February 13, 2025

In 2021, Russian fishermen set a new record for fish catch, exceeding 5.05 million tons, which is 1.5% higher than in 2020. This result is the highest in the past three decades, surpassing the 2018 figure (5 million tons) and becoming the best since 1992.

Catch Distribution by Regions:

• Far East — 3.55 million tons

• Northern Basin — 541.3 thousand tons

• Volga-Caspian Basin — 100.5 thousand tons

• Western Basin — 78.63 thousand tons

• Azov-Black Sea Basin — 64 thousand tons

The catch in international waters and foreign zones amounted to 657.3 thousand tons.

Industry representatives comment:

“This record-breaking result was made possible through the effective work of the fishing industry, improved fishing conditions, and state support for the sector. We continue to actively develop our fishing capabilities to achieve further success in the future.”