Successfully using the wealth of waters, European Union and state funding, as well as purposeful work of whole industry, the fish processing sector is experiencing growth and change.
Companies are acquiring modern production lines and their turnover and the volume of exported products are constantly increasing. Various fish species are being processed, traditional and also new products, such as surimi and culinary fish products, are being manufactured.
The products of Latvian fish processing companies are in demand not only in the local market, but also in foreign markets - countries of European Union, Australia, Mexico, etc. The adaptation of local producers to the market requirements and investments in innovations ensure their competitiveness.
In RSS video story, the owners of Ltd. "Sudrablīnis" and Ltd. "Liedags" reveal main challenges and opportunities in the fish processing sector, as well as emphasize the importance of support received for development.
Captions in English are available.