Global Groundfish Supply Tightens as Cod Prices Surge
Global groundfish markets are tightening as supply constraints continue to drive up prices—especially for cod, forcing buyers to adjust.
In 2025, cod prices rose by about 20 % amid ongoing quota cuts, prompting consumer resistance in key European markets and a growing shift toward more affordable species. Supply remains under pressure: Barents Sea quotas are expected to fall further in 2026 after historic lows in 2025, North Sea quotas have dropped 44 %, and Baltic Sea stocks are so depleted that directed fishing is effectively banned.
These limits are...
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