Saithe prices, trade flows and market trends

Saithe - Pollachius virens

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Saithe is a key product in global seafood trade, with significant volumes moving every year from Norway to import markets such as Nigeria. The category includes Pollachius virens. Production comes from FAO areas POK, 21, 27, using Trawling, Gillnet, Longline, Handline. The main season runs year-round, with peak landings in year-round, which is when availability and price levels are usually most competitive. Commercially, Saithe is sold in multiple frozen formats and packagings, including Naked Block, Shatterpack, Loose Bulk IQF, IVP Bulk, IVP Printed Bag, Printed Bag, Rider Bag, with a portfolio of around 0 SKUs covering retail, foodservice and industry specs. Based on recent trade data, export prices for Saithe products on this page average around N/A per kg, typically ranging from N/A to N/A depending on origin, size, specification and contract terms.

Active suppliers

34 suppliers

Top Exporter 2024

Norway

Top Importer 2024

Nigeria

Active offers

1 live offers

data points 2024

128 import / export d.p

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Items Included

Frozen Saithe Portion Skinless PBO Normal trimming Chemical free

Frozen Saithe Steak Skin–on PBI Normal trimming Chemical treatment

Frozen Saithe Cubes Chemical treatment

Frozen Saithe Portion Skin–on PBI Normal trimming Chemical free

Frozen Saithe Portion Skinless PBO Well–trimming Chemical free

Trawling

Gillnet

Longline

Handline

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Pollachius virens

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Packaging & Formats

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Naked Block

Shatterpack

Loose Bulk IQF

IVP Bulk

IVP Printed Bag

Printed Bag

Rider Bag

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Saithe

Saithe Skinless, PBO, Normal trimming, Chemical free Naked Block Shatterpack Loose Bulk IQF IVP Bulk IVP Printed Bag Printed Bag Rider Bag

Size

1-3lb

Inco term

EXW

Glazing

Packaging

Loose Bulk IQF

Poland

March 1, 2026

€

2.3

/ kg

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Export prices for Saithe

Latest reported export values

Real prices for Tilapia by origin and period for budgeting and negotiation.

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Catching Seasons

When supply peaks and dips

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Pollachius virens

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FAQs

What is Saithe?

Saithe refers to traded products within the Pollachius virens category, typically sourced across multiple origins and specifications. On this page you’ll find packaging options (Naked Block, Shatterpack, Loose Bulk IQF, IVP Bulk, IVP Printed Bag, Printed Bag, Rider Bag), and sourcing/traceability context (Atlantic, Northwest, Atlantic, Northeast).

What packaging formats are typical for Saithe?

The most common packaging formats for Saithe include Naked Block, Shatterpack, Loose Bulk IQF, IVP Bulk, IVP Printed Bag, Printed Bag, Rider Bag. Packaging affects logistics cost, cold-chain handling, storage efficiency, and how buyers position the product (bulk vs. retail-ready).

How is Saithe typically caught or harvested?

Common catching/harvesting methods for Saithe include Trawling, Gillnet, Longline, Handline. Catching method can influence sustainability claims, certification eligibility, and buyer acceptance depending on the market.

When is the catching/harvesting season for Saithe?

Typical catching/harvesting seasons include January - December. Seasonality may vary by fishing zone and origin, so always interpret seasons alongside the relevant FAO areas (Atlantic, Northwest, Atlantic, Northeast).

What certificates are common for Saithe?

Common certificates associated with Saithe include Marine Stewardship Council, Kosher, Halal. Certificate requirements depend on your buyer, destination market, and whether you’re targeting specific retail or foodservice standards.

Can I actually buy Saithe at the offered price?

Yes. The prices shown for Saithe come from real, live offers and reflect what suppliers are currently willing to sell.

Seafood prices depend on the exact spec (cut, size, packaging, origin, delivery terms). If the spec changes, the price changes. Tracea uses AI to standardize Saithe down to the SKU level, so you can clearly see what the price includes and compare offers properly.

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