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EFSA supports the European Commission, European Parliament and EU member states in taking effective and timely risk management decisions that ensure the protection of the health of the European consumers and the safety of the food and feed chain. The Authority communicates to the public in an open and transparent way on all matters within its remit. EFSA was set up in 2002 and it is based in Italy.
Increased Catch and Reduced Bottom Impact with New Trawl Gear Norway
A new trawl gear concept gave 20-40% more catch than standard rock hoppers. The gear is also designed to be gentler on the seabed, which can help the industry towards an even more efficient and enviro...
The Norwegian Pelagic Fishing Course in Week 48 Norway
Herring fishing in the north with good luck, and better collection of North Sea herring.
NVG herring:
As expected, there was a modest quantity with a total of 7,800 tonnes for the whole week. Apar...
Market situation for Norwegian cod (fresh, frozen, farmed...) Norway
Fall of fresh cod
Norway exported 2,420 tonnes of fresh cod worth NOK 141 million in November.
The value fell NOK 36 million, or 20 percent, compared to November last year.
Volume fel...
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