Cod Academy - Sustainability

Sustainability

Norway's coastline is teeming with cod. But that’s no coincidence – while we have been blessed with a gift, it’s vital we protect it. That’s why we ensure our fisheries are sustainable, allowing us to ensure the future of our stocks. From our pioneering management and regulations to our diverse fishing fleet, everything we do has sustainability at its heart. Looking to learn more? We’ve condensed a wealth of information into seven resourceful pages to help you discover why you can trust Norwegian cod.

Management and monitoring

Forward thinking

Norway is surrounded by vast oceans and has built its culture around harnessing the natural resources to hand. Our location in northern Europe, close to the Barents Sea and the Norwegian Sea, means we have plentiful stock to harvest from.

Learn about our management

Stocks

Waters teeming with life

It’s fortunate that our cold, clear waters create the perfect environment for cod. Norway’s management and regulation of the seas will help to ensure this remains the case, keeping our stocks stable for the future. Not only will this mean we have an abundance of cod for ourselves, but there will be plenty to share with everyone else.

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Quotas

Safeguarding our stocks

Norway was the first nation to introduce a quota system to ensure the future of cod. Our close work with the International Council for Exploration of the Sea and other authorities guarantees that this strict but necessary process is maintained. Because of this, we know that we will be able to rely on our cod stocks for years to come.

Find out about quotas

Regulation

Protecting our fisheries

The regulatory chain is followed by Norwegian fisheries to guarantee each aspect of cod fishing remains sustainable and safe. All stakeholders have a consensual, inclusive approach to the process, ensuring the involvement of every stakeholder, from fishermen to government bodies.

Read about our regulations

Fishing fleet and catch methods

Rewarding sustainable fishing

Our enviable and composite fishing fleet ensures cod is harvested in a way that’s sustainable. From the moment the fish is caught, there is an emphasis on quality, providing you with cod you can trust. Over-fishing is penalised, while sustainable practices are incentivised, proving that we’re serious about safeguarding our fisheries.

Learn about the fleet

Traceability

From fjord to fork

Pioneering traceability systems allow the information on Norwegian cod to be traced throughout the food chain. Details about the vessel, the catch area, the catch equipment used, and trade information are all readily available. It means we can guarantee that our cod is sustainable and high quality.

Discover the chain of custody