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'There won’t be enough cod for everyone in 2026'

Scientific advice to cut next year's Barents Sea quota is disconnected from what fisherman are seeing on the water, according to the Norwegian Coastal Fishermen’s Association.

Arne Karlsen, deputy CEO of the Norwegian Seafood Federation, said the advice wasn’t unexpected but remains a major blow.
Arne Karlsen, deputy CEO of the Norwegian Seafood Federation, said the advice wasn’t unexpected but remains a major blow.Photo: Silje Helene Nilsen
Published 2 July 2025, 11:50Updated 2 July 2025, 11:50
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