Other wild fish, live, fresh or chilled

cpc code 04291 covers a diverse range of wild-caught fish species that are traded live, fresh, or chilled. This industry plays a vital role in the global seafood supply chain, providing a source of high-quality, sustainably harvested fish to consumers and other industries. The trade in live, fresh, and chilled wild fish is an important economic activity, contributing to the livelihoods of fishing communities and supporting related sectors such as transportation, processing, and distribution.

The production techniques for wild-caught fish under cpc code 04291 involve a range of fishing methods, including trawling, longlining, gillnetting, and artisanal techniques. Fishermen use specialized vessels, equipment, and techniques to locate, capture, and preserve the fish in a fresh state. Post-harvest handling, such as sorting, grading, and temperature control, is crucial to maintain the quality and freshness of the fish.

The main inputs required for the production of wild-caught fish under cpc code 04291 include fishing vessels, fishing gear (e.g., nets, lines, hooks), fuel, and labor. Fishermen also rely on navigational and communication equipment, as well as access to fishing grounds and ports for landing and distribution. Additionally, the industry requires supporting infrastructure, such as cold storage facilities, transportation networks, and processing facilities.

The primary output of the industry covered by cpc code 04291 is live, fresh, or chilled wild-caught fish. These fish are then consumed directly by households or used as inputs for other industries, such as 04292 Other wild fish, frozen, 04293 Other wild fish, dried, salted or in brine, and 04294 Other wild fish, smoked. The trade in live, fresh, and chilled wild fish supports a range of downstream industries, including seafood processing, distribution, and retail.