The Portuguese fishing fleet has significantly increased its catches in the first three months of the year, especially in March.
The monthly statistical report from the Government states that landings increased by 35% in the months from January to March, 2019.
There were 22,947 tons landed, compared to 16,944 tons in the same period last year.
In value, the increase was 26.8%, from €52.1 million to €66.1 million in the first quarter.
Each of the first three months of the year were better than in 2019.
The average price of fish landed was €3.07 per kilo.
