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Once again, the fresh annual monitoring report from the IMR for farmed fish shows no exceedance of the EU's limit values for illegal and undesirable substances. Tests from 2024 were done on samples from 888 farmed fish, with a collection of more than 30,000 test results confirming the seafood’s safety.

In some markets, up to 47% of consumers cite cost as a barrier to eating seafood. New research from the Norwegian Seafood Council shows growing interest in alternative whitefish species, showcasing opportunities for species such as saithe.

At Maison Bachelin in Paris, seventh-generation fishmonger Stéphane Bachelin proudly offers 50 different types of fish – and Norwegian seafood is a clear favorite, with two out of three customers choosing it.

The Norwegian Food Safety Authority is making a change to its case processing systems. Starting Monday, June 16, 2025, four health certificates will be available in the Export Solution.

The Norwegian Food Safety Authority has updated its guidance for replacement certificates for seafood exports.

On April 17, President Donald J. Trump signed Executive Order 14276 , “Restoring American Seafood Competitiveness.” The goal is to strengthen the U.S. seafood industry by reducing regulatory burdens, combating unfair trade practices, and enhancing domestic production, processing, and export capacity.