Saturday's Egg Day Unagi Somewhat lower price Due to increased catch of juveniles 4:21 on July 21
21st is the day of the earth for the earth. Although eels have been at high prices for the past few years, they have fallen somewhat due to the increase in the catch of fry.
According to the Fisheries Agency, the number of Japanese eel fry caught in the current season from November last year to April this year was 17.1 tons, the highest level in 6 years.
As a result, the amount of fry put in the pond for aquaculture this season was 20.1 tons, including the amount that was imported, an increase of about 30% compared to last year.
As a result, shipping prices from aquaculture companies have fallen by about 10% compared to the same period last year.
The prices have dropped somewhat at retail stores such as supermarkets, and one of the major distributors, Aeon, sells a sardine broth for 2080 yen, which is about 10% cheaper than last year.
The fry of this season are shipped after they have been raised for half a year to one year, so it is expected that the prices will drop further after the fall in full swing.
On the other hand, Japanese eel has been designated as an endangered species by international organizations, and there is concern that the amount of resources will decrease.