It is understood Russian veterinary authorities initiated a major offensive to close off the borders for illegal imports.

Norwegian farmed fish producers are pleased a bigger gap hole is emerging in the Russian import wall, but Russian authorities summer trip along the Norwegian shoreline may have side effects that are not necessarily welcomed by all along the coast.

Russian veterinarians traveled to Salmar’s facilities on Thursday to carry out an inspection after inspecting Leroy Aurora, Nordlaks and Hollalaks in northern Norway.

Later, they paid a second visit to Marine Harvest and Pan Fish’ slaughter plants.