Russia and Norwegian researchers estimate cod supply in the Barents Sea

The article reports a significant decline in the cod population in the Barents Sea, leading to a recommended total allowable catch (Tac) of 566,784 tonnes for 2023, marking a 20% reduction from the 2022 recommendations. This figure represents a 20% decrease from the 2021 recommendations and a stark contrast to the biomass of 2.3 million tonnes recorded in 2013. Despite the decline, this cod stock remains one of the largest globally. Additionally, the article highlights reduced Tac recommendations for haddock (170,067 tonnes, down by 5%) and redfish (66,779 tonnes) for 2023, as outlined by a group of scientists.