Top Chum Keta=Dog Salmon Fishing Countries

Chum salmon (Oncorhynchus keta), also known as keta or dog salmon, is a widely distributed Pacific salmon species valued for its roe and lean meat. These fish are anadromous, migrating from the ocean to freshwater rivers in Asia and North America to spawn. The top chum salmon fishing countries are Russia, the United States (primarily Alaska), and Japan. Russia leads global harvests, especially in the Far East, due to extensive hatchery programs and abundant natural runs. Alaska is the main producer in the U.S., with sustainable management and significant commercial landings. Japan also maintains a robust chum salmon industry, heavily reliant on hatchery releases to support both commercial and recreational fisheries. Together, these countries dominate the global chum salmon market, supplying both domestic and international demand for this versatile species.

Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.