# Mar del Plata fishing industry developments

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mar-del-plata-fishing-industry-developments
> Updated: 2026-10-26T23:23:53.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

The fishing and canning industry in Mar del Plata, Argentina, is experiencing both environmental and supply-related challenges. A legal complaint has been filed in Federal Court No. 1 seeking an investigation into alleged cadmium contamination by fishmeal plants Coomarpes Ltda. and Agustiner S.A. The filing cites a 2021 CONICET Food Security Network report indicating that some samples showed cadmium concentrations as high as 13.04 mg/kg, exceeding the 2 mg/kg reference limit.

In terms of raw material availability, the industry is seeing a shift in species. Skipjack tuna has returned to the area after a 35-year absence, which may allow the domestic canning industry to reduce import reliance. However, the sector is simultaneously facing a 90% drop in mackerel landings. This shortage has caused supply difficulties for La Campagnola, an Arcor Group company, resulting in temporary suspensions for approximately 60 workers.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-26: Mar del Plata fishing industry faces shifts in species availability

Mar del Plata's canning industry faces a dual reality: the return of skipjack tuna after 35 years and a 90% decline in mackerel landings, causing production disruptions at La Campagnola.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mar-del-plata-fishing-industry-faces-shifts-in-species-availability

### 2026-10-04: Mar del Plata fishmeal plants face cadmium contamination allegations

Legal action has been taken against fishmeal plants Coomarpes Ltda. and Agustiner S.A. in Mar del Plata for alleged cadmium contamination.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mar-del-plata-fishmeal-plants-face-cadmium-contamination-allegations

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