North Sea herring The North Sea herring was also the subject of overfishing in the 1960s, and the population declined sharply in subsequent years. From 1970, regulations were put in…
Capacity building and catch control After the war, the state had, through the joint program, been at the forefront of “the development of modern fishing and production methods” which strengthened…
Technological change and motorization Fisheries brought in a third of Norwegian export revenues in 1825 and large foreign exchange revenues, and in the years 1840-1865 the export value of cod…
Norwegian fishing history dates back to the Stone Age. The first immigrants to Norway discovered early on that there were rich deposits of fish, seals, small whales and seabirds offshore….
Norway is known for its fabulous nature. Along the high mountains, a rich cultural history and colorful city life also flourish. In Norway, hikers can spend their dream holiday in…