Bonito, which has been caught in large quantities in the Black Sea since the beginning of the season, has begun its migration as the weather cools. The decline in catch volume and the adverse weather conditions that have been effective in recent days have also been reflected at fish stalls.
The price of bonito, which was sold in the 75-100 TL range during the season, has risen to the 125-150 TL level in recent days. Fishmongers state that bonito is approaching its "final days" and that species such as anchovy, whiting, and horse mackerel will become more prominent on the stalls in the coming period.
Fishmonger Bülent Ay said that bonito is slowly disappearing from the stalls. Ay said, "We are slowly saying goodbye to bonito. With the cooling of the weather, the bonito has started to migrate."
According to Ay, the productive bonito fishing season this year also led to a decrease in consumer interest over time. Stating that citizens have had their fill of bonito, Ay explained that consumers in the region are now looking for anchovies first, followed by whiting and horse mackerel.
WEATHER AFFECTED FISHING
Fishmonger Emin Avcı also said that the adverse weather conditions experienced over the last few days have negatively affected bonito fishing. Stating that fewer bonito have come to the stalls due to weather conditions, Avcı expressed that this is the time when bonito begins its migration.
Avcı noted that the bonito season could last for about another month, but the abundance will not be at the level of previous weeks. Stating that citizens have utilized bonito in different ways this season, Avcı said that there are those who salt it, put it in the freezer, and consume it grilled.
With the decrease of bonito on the stalls, fish variety is expected to shift. Fishermen state that anchovy, in particular, will be among the species that consumers will demand more in the coming period.
News Source : 12punto
