# Peruvian fishing industry labor protests

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/peruvian-fishing-industry-labor-protests
> Updated: 2026-10-15T17:34:37.000Z. Sources: 8. Developments: 2.

Artisanal fishermen in Peru’s Piura and Lambayeque regions announced an indefinite macro-regional strike scheduled to begin on October 6. The strike was organized following failed negotiations with the Ministry of Production. Fishermen demanded the dismissal of Vice Minister of Fisheries and Aquaculture Jesús Eloy Barrientos and called for higher catch quotas for giant squid (pota), arguing that current limits of 4 to 6 tons per vessel threaten industry viability.

By mid-October, fishing industry grievances expanded to include national protests. The National Association of Fishing Shipowners of Law 26920 (ANAP 26920) scheduled a national march for October 21 to protest the suspension of anchoveta fishing, which has been halted since April. The association is seeking government intervention, including access to the CRECER Fund, the suspension of tax collections, and maintained health coverage for workers.

## Claims

- The National Association of Fishing Shipowners of Law 26920 (ANAP 26920) announced a national march for October 21. (reported by 1 source)
- Fishing activities have been halted since April due to the lack of authorization for the anchoveta season. (reported by 1 source)
- The decision to march was adopted unanimously by the ANAP 26920 General Assembly. (reported by 1 source)
- ANAP 26920 has presented four demands to the Central Government, including access to the CRECER Fund. (reported by 1 source)
- The Tacna Regional Government denied owing money to the consortium responsible for the Avenida Productores project. (reported by 1 source)
- Approximately 50 construction and transport workers are owed two fortnights of pay. (reported by 1 source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-15: Peru labor and fishing groups announce protests over economic crises

Labor and industry groups in Peru are protesting: fishing shipowners have announced a national march over anchoveta shortages, while construction and disability rights workers demand unpaid wages and legal enm.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/peru-labor-and-fishing-groups-announce-protests-over-economic-crises

### 2026-09-27: Artisanal fishermen in Peru announce indefinite strike

Artisanal fishermen in Peru's Piura and Lambayeque regions have announced an indefinite strike starting October 6, demanding the dismissal of the Vice Minister of Fisheries and higher catch quotas.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/artisanal-fishermen-in-peru-announce-indefinite-strike

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