In 2024, Khorezm region emerged as the top fish-catching area in Uzbekistan.

Fish catch volumes by regions:

Khorezm Region — 32.9 thousand tons

Andijan Region — 21.7 thousand tons

Samarkand Region — 19.9 thousand tons

Tashkent Region — 19.1 thousand tons

Namangan Region — 17.2 thousand tons

Jizzakh Region — 16.3 thousand tons

Fergana Region — 14.1 thousand tons

Republic of Karakalpakstan — 12.7 thousand tons

Syrdarya Region — 10.6 thousand tons

Navoi Region — 9.3 thousand tons

Surkhandarya Region — 7.1 thousand tons

Bukhara Region — 6.2 thousand tons

Kashkadarya Region — 4.4 thousand tons

Experts note that the high figures for Khorezm Region are due to favorable natural conditions, the presence of a well-developed infrastructure for the fishing industry, and significant investments in the sector. The authorities continue to support the fishing industry, which contributes to its further development.