🐟 Crude Fish Oil Supply Rebounds in 2025 — What Exporters Need to Know

🐟 Crude Fish Oil Supply Rebounds in 2025 — What Exporters Need to Know

1️⃣ Introduction

Global supply of crude fish oil is showing signs of recovery in 2025 after years of stagnation. For exporters and processors, this rebound presents both opportunities and strategic decisions. Understanding catch dynamics, pricing trends, and value-chain changes is now more critical than ever.

🎣 2️⃣ Key Supply Drivers in 2025

• Increased catches of small pelagic fish in some regions — early reports show up to +30% YOY in certain fisheries.

• Improved by-product yield from fishmeal operations, boosting crude fish-oil output as a co-product.

• Better logistic and processing efficiency after earlier disruptions (COVID-19, shipping costs, regulatory delays).

• Weather/climate shifts favouring certain fisheries, reducing raw-material stress.

📈 3️⃣ Price Trends & Market Impact

With stronger supply, crude fish-oil prices remain volatile but show downward easing from peak levels. Key observations:

• Spot prices in major markets (e.g., Norway, Peru) have moderated but remain higher than historical averages.

• Margins for crude oil producers remain under pressure but clearer than previous years due to better volume.

• Exporters that secure raw material contracts early are in a better position to supply consistent volumes and negotiate favourable terms.

🌊 4️⃣ Exporter Strategies — What to Focus On

For exporters aiming to capitalise on this rebound, here are five effective strategies:

1. Secure supply agreements with fisheries or fishmeal plants to stabilise feedstock.

2. Monitor species composition and by-product yield — different fish produce different oil grades.

3. Ensure quality documentation (FFA content, moisture, contaminants) to meet buyer specs.

4. Diversify markets — look beyond traditional feed buyers into nutraceutical and pet-food sectors.

5. Build traceability and sustainability credentials (certifications, chain-of-custody) to access premium segments.

⚠️ 5️⃣ Risks & What to Watch

• Over-catch or regulatory clampdowns could reverse the rebound momentum.

• Rising input costs (fuel, energy, labour) still impact refining and shipping margins.

• Quality risks — crude fish oil is vulnerable to oxidation and contaminant issues, which can damage reputation.

• Substitution risks — buyers might opt for alternative oils if fish-oil premiums persist.

6️⃣ Outlook — Next 12–24 Months

• Expect modest growth in crude fish-oil volumes globally, particularly from by-products of fishmeal operations.

• Premium-grade refined fish oils will continue to demand higher margins — exporters of crude have a chance to climb the value chain.

• Sustainability and documentation will increasingly influence buyer decisions, not just volume or price.

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