# Chubut fishing industry developments

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/chubut-fishing-industry-developments
> Updated: 2026-10-26T18:42:00.000Z. Sources: 13. Developments: 3.

The industrial sector in Chubut, Argentina, is exploring strategies to reactivate hake fillet processing to meet growing demand from European markets. Industry representatives at the Conxemar fair in Spain noted a significant increase in interest for processed fish products, specifically peeled and deboned varieties without chemical treatments. This shift aims to add value to local production and provide year-round industrial activity as a strategic alternative to the profitability crisis currently facing the shrimp industry. To succeed, the region must overcome obstacles related to infrastructure, local costs, and specialized labor.

While the Provincial Fisheries Secretariat had previously scheduled shrimp prospecting to begin on October 26 to support the 2026/2027 season, the operation has since been suspended. Following initial acoustic surveys, authorities and the Chubut Yellow Fleet Chamber (CAFACh) detected high concentrations of common hake (Merluccius hubbsi) alongside low shrimp yields. The suspension was implemented to prevent excessive incidental hake catches and ensure long-term resource sustainability.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Fishing industries face challenges in Chile and Argentina

El Niño is causing an anchoveta shortage in northern Chile, while Chubut, Argentina, has suspended shrimp prospecting to protect hake populations.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/fishing-industries-face-challenges-in-chile-and-argentina

### 2026-10-21: Chubut and Picachos fisheries prepare for upcoming seasons

Chubut will begin shrimp prospecting on October 26 to prepare for the 2026/2027 season, while Mexican tilapia producers plan November harvests to avoid low prices caused by international competition.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chubut-and-picachos-fisheries-prepare-for-upcoming-seasons

### 2026-10-08: Chubut seeks to revive hake fillet production for European markets

Chubut is seeking to revive its hake fillet industry to meet growing European demand and offset profitability issues in the shrimp sector.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chubut-seeks-to-revive-hake-fillet-production-for-european-markets

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