Norway has Record Cod Exports This Quarter, Driven by Strong Demand for Clipfish, Saltfish
SEAFOODNEWS.COM by John Sackton April 6, 2018
The Norwegian seafood council reported that cod exports reached a record value in the first quarter. This happened while overall seafood exports declined 8% in volume, and 2% in value.
"This is the best quarter for cod ever, with a total export value of over NOK 3 billion. In particular, clipfish, salted fish and fresh whole cod in particular have experienced price increases, with 19%, 12% and 7% per cent respectively. This is due to strong demand in our most important consumer markets, such as Portugal and Spain”, says Ingrid Kristine Pettersen, seafood analyst with the Norwegian Seafood Council.
Clipfish exports are up
Norway exported 21,500 tonnes of clipfish...
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