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Global Squid Market Holds Steady as Regional Dynamics Reshape Prices

CHINA
Thursday, April 02, 2026, 00:10 (GMT + 9)

Diverging product demand and rising costs redefine industry trends in late March 2026 During week 13 of 2026 (March 20–26), China’s domestic deep-sea squid market maintained overall stability, though notable regional and product-based differences continued to shape pricing and trade flows. Data from the Zhoushan International Agricultural Products Trade Center in Zhejiang Province highlighted limited price volatility, but clear structural divergence across origins and product specifications. China Ocean Squid Index 2018-2026. Click on the image to enlarge it Southeast Pacific (dosidicus gigas squid): Divergent Prices Reflect Processing Demand In the Southeast Pacific, squid prices showed mixed movements depending on product type. Prices for small and medium-sized whole squid declined by approximately $48–$76 per ton, while ... FULL STORY

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New Zealand Storm Over Fisheries Reform: Critics Warn New Bill Could Reshape New Zealand’s Oceans Apr 1, 00:10 Environmental groups say proposed legislation risks sustainability, transparency, and public access while favo... FULL STORY		United Kingdom Scotland Injects US$8.7M Into Aquaculture Innovation Hub to Drive Sustainable Growth Apr 1, 00:10 Five-year investment backs independent research cluster, targeting climate resilience, fish health, and indust... FULL STORY

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