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Impact of the COVID-19 crisis: Analysis of the fishing and shellfishing sectors performance in Galicia (Spain)

The COVID-19 crisis has had consequences in every area of the Spanish economy. The fisheries and shellfishing sectors in Galicia have been significantly affected due to the measures taken to curb the pandemic. In particular, the closure of the HORECA channel and the confinement of the population hav...

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Published in:Marine pollution bulletin 2021-08, Vol.169, p.112463-112463, Article 112463
Main Authors: Fernández-González, Raquel, Pérez-Pérez, Marcos I., Pérez-Vas, Raisa
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Language:English
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Summary:The COVID-19 crisis has had consequences in every area of the Spanish economy. The fisheries and shellfishing sectors in Galicia have been significantly affected due to the measures taken to curb the pandemic. In particular, the closure of the HORECA channel and the confinement of the population have adversely affected the production of fresh fish and shellfish. In this study, a three-stage analysis of the management of the pandemic in Spain has been carried out (confinement, “new normality” and closure of the HORECA channel). The direct and indirect effects of the pandemic have been considered, as well as other factors independent of it, which usually influence production. The results show a decrease in catches, revenue and average price (euros/kg) at first sale of Galician fish and shellfish products over the three study periods, with an incidence level that varies between phases, species, fleet segments and sectors. •Catches, revenue and average price at first sale have fallen significantly.•The species with the highest average price per kg have been the most affected.•The shellfish sector has had worse consequences than the fishing industry.•This is a three-stage analysis (confinement, “new normality” and HORECA closure).
ISSN:0025-326X
1879-3363
DOI:10.1016/j.marpolbul.2021.112463