Fishing season for carps commences in Franconia, yet prospects appear dismal

The Bavarian State Ministry of Food, Agriculture, Forestry, and Tourism has announced the start of the carp season, which runs from September to April, with a lower catch expected compared to previous years.

The carp season in Baunach, Bamberg district, officially began on Monday, but the estimated catch for this year is between 4,000 to 4,500 tons, a significant drop from the around 6,000 tons reported by the Bavarian State Institute of Agriculture (LfL) in previous years.

Around 5,500 pond farmers in Franconia and the Upper Palatinate manage an area of approximately 20,000 hectares, responsible for about 50% of Germany’s total carp production. The most carp farms in these regions, totaling about 5,000 pond farmers, are managed by these operators.

The lower catch is attributed to the impact of wild animals like otters, cormorants, and herons on the harvest quantities of carp. These animals have been causing damage to the carp farms, contributing to the stagnating harvest quantities.

Despite the lower catch, the best carp restaurants in the region have not been specified in the provided information. The readers are encouraged to explore and discover the top carp restaurants in Bavaria, enjoying the traditional dish during the carp season.

The Bavarian State Ministry of Food, Agriculture, Forestry, and Tourism made an announcement regarding the carp season, emphasising the importance of sustainable farming practices to ensure the long-term survival of the carp industry in the region. The ministry also encouraged consumers to support local pond farmers by purchasing carp from certified sources.

The carp season in Bayern has started, and the lower catch is expected to impact the availability of the traditional dish in the region. However, with the support of consumers and sustainable farming practices, the carp industry in Bavaria is hopeful for a successful season.