Hokkaido's Herring Fishery Season is Open, but Supply Remains Uncertain
Ishikari Bay’s coastal fishery may fall below 2,000 tons for the first time in four years. While Hokkaido herring catches have been stable at around 20,000 tons in recent years, dark clouds are hanging over the future of this fishing season, Minato Shimbun reported.
Gillnet fishing in the Sea of Japan, which began in mid-January, is nearing the end of its season. According to the Hokkaido government’s summary, the total catch as of March 10—mainly in the Shiribeshi, Ishikari, and Rumoi areas—was 1,446 tons, down 61% from...
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