Norway exported seafood worth NOK 15.6 billion in July. This represents an increase of NOK 1.8 billion, or 13 per cent, compared with the same period last year. “July was a strong month for Norwegian seafood exports. Salmon drove both increased export volumes and higher prices. Rising prices for cod, mackerel and trout also made a positive contribution. A stronger Norwegian krone has put a damper
Norway exported seafood worth NOK 84.5 billion in the first half of the year. This represents a decline of NOK 669 million, or 1 per cent, compared with the same period last year.
“Seafood exports in the first half of the year were influenced by both domestic and international factors. Here at home, low quotas for several wild-caught species have resulted in record-low export volumes and record
The news of how the Norwegian national football team brought 500 kilos of seafood from Norway to the World Cup in the US has gone viral.
National team chef Aron Espeland brings 500kg of Norwegian seafood to the World Cup. Read Espeland and Christian André Pettersen’s thoughts on seafood and nutrition.
Norway exported seafood worth NOK 13.4 billion in May. This represents a decline of NOK 146 million, or 1 per cent, compared with the same month last year.
“A turbulent geopolitical backdrop, trade barriers and reduced availability of raw materials continue to affect seafood exports. So far, 2026 has been far more challenging than last year for Norwegian seafood. Despite higher prices for salm
There are several factors affecting the decline in Norwegian seafood exports in April, such as the tariff dispute with the US and the war in the Middle East. The main explanation for the fall, however, is a sharp strengthening of the Norwegian krone against both the euro and the dollar.
The Norwegian Seafood Council’s consumer trends report focuses on China in 2026, outlining the trends influencing seafood consumption among Chinese consumers.
Norway exported seafood worth NOK 15.5 billion in March. This represents an increase of NOK 522 million, or 3 per cent, compared with the same month last year.
“Norwegian seafood exports performed well in March, despite the war in the Middle East, a stronger Norwegian krone and a continued decline in exports to the US. This is largely due to increased salmon volumes, higher prices for several s
The Norwegian Seafood Council and Erling Braut Haaland are extending their partnership, with the football star continuing as an ambassador and partner for Norwegian seafood.
Launched in March 2024, the collaboration has increased the visibility of both Haaland and Norwegian seafood in Norway and internationally. The partnership will now continue through autumn 2028, building further on a platfo
Norway exported seafood worth NOK 13.8 billion in February. This is a decrease of NOK 262 million, or 2 per cent, compared with the same month last year.
Norway exported seafood worth NOK 14.8 billion in January. This is a decrease of NOK 416 million, or 3 per cent, compared with the same month last year.
"Lower salmon prices, a weaker US dollar, reduced quotas for several wild fish species and tougher competition in important markets meant that Norwegian seafood exports fell in January," says Christian Chramer, CEO of the Norwegian Seafood Coun
Skrei swims from the Barents Sea to the coast of Norway in January to April, but continues its journey after the catch, being served by chefs all across Europe.
