Regional Origins
From the legendary Caspian Sea to modern aquaculture farms worldwide, discover where the world's finest caviar originates.
Caspian Sea
The legendary home of the world's most coveted caviar. The Caspian Sea has produced premium sturgeon caviar for centuries, though wild stocks are now strictly regulated.
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Aquaculture China
Modern Chinese sturgeon farms have become major producers, particularly of Kaluga and Amur sturgeon caviar. Quality has improved dramatically in recent years.
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North America
Both countries have thriving sturgeon aquaculture industries. American caviar production is centered in the Pacific Northwest and California.
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Europe
European aquaculture focuses on sustainable production of Osetra and Siberian sturgeon varieties. France remains a major processing and distribution hub.
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Black Sea
The Black Sea region produces authentic Russian Sturgeon and Sevruga caviar, though political instability has impacted production in recent years.