Egypt's fish prices remained stable on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, according to fish traders. The country's natural water bodies, including lakes, seas, and the Nile River, produce 400,000 tons of fish annually. Egypt's total fish production stands at 2 million tons per year, with 1.6 million tons coming from fish farms. This stable production has contributed to the steady prices in the market.
The price of Denes fish ranges between 350 and 475 Egyptian pounds per kilogram. Egypt aims to increase its fish export rates, but currently, the average Egyptian citizen consumes 18 kilograms of fish per year, which is lower than the global average of 20 kilograms per year. The country's fish production is dominated by fish farms, which account for 79.7% of the total production.
The price of Bream fish is between 175 and 250 Egyptian pounds per kilogram. Lake production contributes 183,000 tons to Egypt's fish production. The price of Plaice fish ranges from 85 to 100 Egyptian pounds per kilogram, depending on the region. The country's fish production is divided among various sources, including fish farms, lakes, marine waters, freshwater, and rice fields.
In the Obour market, wholesale prices for various types of fish are as follows: Bream fish costs between 100 and 240 Egyptian pounds per kilogram, while Catfish costs between 50 and 180 Egyptian pounds per kilogram. The price of eel ranges from 100 to 700 Egyptian pounds per kilogram. Additionally, the price of D Nile Tilapia is between 275 and 425 Egyptian pounds per kilogram.
The Obour market also reports the following wholesale prices: Pearl and Coral fish cost between 100 and 240 Egyptian pounds per kilogram, while Squid, Cuttlefish, and Sepia cost between 25 and 400 Egyptian pounds per kilogram. Furthermore, the price of frozen fish in Egypt ranges from 30 to 60 Egyptian pounds per kilogram for pasta-style frozen fish.
Egypt has achieved a self-sufficiency rate of 85% in fish production. The country's frozen fish market offers various options, including frozen squid for 250 Egyptian pounds per kilogram and frozen eel for 90 to 280 Egyptian pounds per kilogram. Moreover, the price of shrimp ranges from 250 to 1000 Egyptian pounds per kilogram.
The Egyptian government focuses on developing its fish wealth through the development of lakes, including Manzala, Burullus, Mariout, and Bardawil. These lakes play a crucial role in increasing fish production. Currently, the price of Swiss pasta-style fish ranges from 100 to 170 Egyptian pounds per kilogram for consumers.
Key points
- Egypt produces 2 million tons of fish annually.
- The country's fish production is dominated by fish farms.
- Egypt aims to increase its fish export rates.
