Cod sales expand in Spain beyond Holy Week

The sale of cod - the traditional fish of Holy Week - is experiencing an expansive moment in Spain, with a notable growth in consumption and Norway as the main supplier, while competing with the Spanish fleet and the entire European Union for the fishing grounds of fishing. In statements to Efeagro, shipowners, industry and importers have confirmed the good times for the cod trade, which contrasts with the general decline in Spanish fishing consumption. Although 30% of its consumption occurs in the two months between Lent and Easter, associated with vigil cooking, it is currently extended to the entire year, especially in the case of fresh cod. The most common origins of cod processed and consumed in Spain are Norway, Iceland, the Faroe Islands or the Netherlands; There is a national salting industry that also exports it, salted or dried. But Spain also has a cod fleet of four boats - two from Vigo and two from Pasajes (Guipúzcoa) - which, although they also market in national ...