Fisheries

'Even gloomier than expected': Norwegian fishermen fear the decline in Barents Sea cod will continue for years to come

Norway's fishing organizations are concerned about the cod in the Barents Sea.

Scientists recommended a further 20 percent cut to the cod quota for 2024, reducing the total allowable catch (TAC) to 453,427 metric tons, the lowest level in 15 years.
Scientists recommended a further 20 percent cut to the cod quota for 2024, reducing the total allowable catch (TAC) to 453,427 metric tons, the lowest level in 15 years.Photo: Lena Knutli
Published 23 June 2023, 05:29Updated 23 June 2023, 12:56