Norway introduces tax on fish escapes, mortalities and infestations

The Norwegian government will introduce a new regulatory framework based on a tax on mortality and escapes, and tradable lice emission quotas. The reforms are intended to strengthen incentives for good environmental performance, fish welfare, and sustainable growth.

Under the new proposal, each site will have a cap on the number of lice larvae it can emit. These lice emission quotas will be tradable. A tax on production loss, including fish deaths and escapes, will also be introduced.

"If a facility operates well, has low lice emissions, low environmental impact, and good animal welfare, then it can increase production without limitations," the Fisheries minister said.

• Read the full story in Salmon Business, 11 April 2025