Top Mi Iuy (Brown Croaker Fishing Countries

The Mi Iuy, commonly known as the brown croaker (Miichthys miiuy), is a demersal fish species native to the coastal waters of the Northwest Pacific, particularly the Yellow Sea and East China Sea. Renowned for its mild flavor and firm texture, the brown croaker is highly valued in East Asian cuisine. The leading countries in brown croaker fishing are China, South Korea, and Japan, with China dominating global harvests through both wild capture and extensive aquaculture operations. The Chinese fishing industry, especially in provinces like Zhejiang and Jiangsu, has developed sophisticated breeding and farming techniques to meet high domestic and export demand. South Korea and Japan also maintain significant fisheries, focusing on both commercial and artisanal catches, making the brown croaker an important economic and culinary resource throughout the region.

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