Bangladesh-hilsa

A total of 352,786 kg of Indian hilsa was imported through the Benapole land port in July and August. The fish were imported by 22 importers. The declared value of the imported hilsa was Tk 69,294,510. According to the Benapole Fisheries Quarantine Office, 29,440 kg of hilsa was imported through three importers in July. The import value of the hilsa was Tk 3,548,796. In August, another 323,346 kg of hilsa was imported through 19 importers. The value of the hilsa imported that month was Tk...

The peak season for hilsa is underway in the Meghna River. Fishermen have become busier on the river. Boats and trawlers are returning to the landing stations one after another. However, fishermen are frustrated as they are not getting the expected amount of hilsa. Along with the lower catch, fishing costs have increased. As a result, many fishermen have no reason to smile even during the peak season. Meanwhile, hilsa prices are high in local markets. A one-kilogram hilsa is being priced...