Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries Expands Protections for Wild Atlantic Halibut
Last week, Norway’s Directorate of Fisheries extended the winter closure of commercial fishing for Atlantic halibut by almost three weeks. Effective immediately, the new rule prohibits fishing for halibut from December 20 to April 20, rather than the previous opening date of March 31.
Per the new rule, fishing is allowed no earlier than April 21, 2025.
Exceptions to this rule remain very limited and in line with Section 44 of the Harvesting Regulations. The conservation closure applies to all gear throughout the country.
“This is an important measure to..."
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