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Capelin Fish Price 2021

The two main capelin fisheries in Newfoundland and Labrador are on the west coast (4R) and the northeast coast (2J3KL), and are harvested by both small and large boat fleets. The capelin fishery is an important component of the economy in Newfoundland and Labrador. Capelin make up 49.4% of pelagic landings in the province and contribute $8.8 million in landed value to the economy.

Capelin 2021 Price Table

2021 Prices
Percent Female CapelinPrice per pound -70 or less count Ocean RunPrice per pound – 65 or less count Ocean RunPrice per pound – 55 or less count Ocean RunPrice per pound – 45 or less count Ocean Run
30%-34.9%13.317.321.325.2
35%-39.9%15.919.923.926.6
40%-44.9%19.923.926.630.6
45%-49.9%21.325.229.233.2
50%-54.9%23.926.630.634.5
55%-59.9%25.229.233.237.2
60%-64.9%26.630.634.538.5
65%-69.9%29.233.237.241.2
70%-74.9%30.634.538.542.5
75%-79.9%35.037.241.245.2
80% or greater34.538.542.546.5
Capelin must have a minimum 23% roe content