The Norwegian government proposes that fish farmers whose capacity has been reduced under the country's traffic light system could compensate for this by using closed facilities.
At Sjømatbedriftene's national meeting, members unanimously adopted a resolution asking the government to halt this year's reduction in the traffic light scheme for aquaculture production.
Seafood Companies think this is the right thing to do after a parliamentary majority called on the Government to present a technology-neutral environmental flexibility scheme by 2024.
Contrary to the Minister of Fisheries, the leader of Sjømatbedriftene thinks the new aquaculture traffic lights will result in fewer jobs, less value creation, and decreased export revenues.
Fisheries and Oceans Ministry says the decision could lead to a growth of approximately 21,000 tons but does not take up the Aquaculture Committee's suggestion to halt license reductions in red areas.
