Looming El Niño remains a concern
Based on data from IFFO’s membership, raw material supply intended for fishmeal and fish oil production improved in August 2026, with stronger intake in several regions outweighing ongoing softness elsewhere.…
Investment to protect against El Niño’s effects
Peru’s Ministry of Production, through the FONDEPES mechanism, is implementing preventive and corrective interventions in artisanal fishing infrastructure in six regions to reduce risks from possible impacts of El Niño.…
Artisanal fishermen are able to target jumbo squid up to the end of this year
Peru authorises exploratory squid fishery
As a precaution against the possible effects of El Niño on fishing activity, Peru’s Ministry of Production has authorised and exploratory fishery for jumbo squid (dosidicus gigas) for the artisanal fleet…
The frequency and intensity of ENSO (El Niño and la Ninã) events appear to have increased in the past two decades. Image: FAO
Assessing El Niño’s impact on fisheries and aquaculture
A new report presents the main regional consequences caused by the five types of the climate pattern. While considerable resources are invested in seasonal forecasts and early-warning systems for food…
