Peru has extended its anchovy fishing ban with no date set for its removal, adding further uncertainty to global fishmeal and fish oil supplies.
The suspension, which had been due to expire on 10 June, remains in place across much of Peru’s northern and central coastline. Authorities said the restrictions could be lifted fully or gradually following further scientific assessments by IMARPE.
The ban remains in force amid ongoing Coastal El Niño conditions and concerns over a high proportion of juvenile fish in the stock.
Peru is the world’s largest producer of fishmeal and fish oil, making developments in its anchovy fishery closely watched by aquaculture feed markets.
The extension comes as global marine ingredient production is already running below last year’s levels. According to IFFO, global fishmeal production fell 21% year-on-year in April, with cumulative output down 26% compared with the same period in 2025.
Fish oil production also declined, falling 19% year-on-year in April, while cumulative output was down 14%.
“Peru accounts for a large share of global fishmeal and fish oil supply, implying that disruptions quickly tighten availability,” said IFFO market director Enrico Bachis.
