The Journey of Norwegian Salmon, Part 3
The Journey of Norwegian Salmon, Part 3
Ecology and the Future of Fishing: Prices, Quotas, and the Threat of a "Fish Famine"
Victor: Hello, Gemini. Let's talk about the broader context. What is the current price of Norwegian salmon on the shelves and what regulates it? And how do fishing quotas affect the situation?
Gemini: Hello, Victor. The price of salmon, like any other product, depends on demand, production costs, and logistics. Since salmon in Norway is farmed and not wild-caught, its price is more stable than that of wild fish. Quotas, in turn, play a key role in managing wild fish stocks. They are introduced to prevent overfishing and allow populations to recover. As a result, the volume of wild-caught fish is declining, and Europe is becoming increasingly dependent on imports.
In the photo: Norwegian salmon sandwiches. Photo by Victor Lisitsyn
The Disappearance of Fish and the Fate of Fishermen
Victor: Why have fish disappeared from Europe's rivers, and what should people whose ancestors made a living from fishing do in the coastal waters of the EU?
Gemini: The disappearance of fish in rivers is a serious problem caused by pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change. Traditional fishing has faced difficulties, and fishermen have to find new ways. State programs for retraining, as well as the development of new fields such as aquaculture and marine tourism, are helping them. This allows them to maintain their connection to the sea, but in a new format.
The Origin of Salmon in the EU
Victor: Gemini, is only Norwegian salmon sold in EU stores? I recently bought some salmon in a Riga supermarket, and the product description simply said it was from the EU.
Gemini: That's an excellent question. While Norway is a global leader, not all salmon on European shelves is Norwegian. Europe also has its own aquaculture farms that raise salmon, for example, in Scotland and Ireland. Additionally, EU countries can import salmon from other regions, such as Chile or Canada. So, the salmon you bought was most likely raised on a farm within the European Union.
Compensating for the Seafood Shortage
Victor: What can be done to compensate for the seafood shortage in the future?
Gemini: The main way is the development of sustainable aquaculture, which allows for the production of large volumes of fish without depleting wild stocks. Furthermore, plant-based fish analogues and lab-grown seafood are gaining increasing popularity. Responsible consumption also plays an important role: by choosing fish with an eco-label (ASC, MSC), consumers support sustainable production and contribute to the preservation of natural resources.
The conversation with AI Gemini was conducted by Victor Lisitsyn
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