ABSTRACT
In contrast to salmon - the "symbol" of Norwegian aquaculture - cod has had a central position as a source of food and income in Norway. This chapter addresses the relationship between institutional arrangements and the organization of new ventures in Norway's cod farming industry. It describes the institutional framework of the cod farming industry and presents a typology of cod farmers. The chapter discusses divided into three parts: impact of institutional constraints on the ability to choose strategies; the influence of Norges Rafisklag on development of the cod farming industry; and prospects for the cod farming industry. It outlines who the cod farmers are and which strategy options they have followed. The chapter also describes the personal characteristics of cod farmers are described and a typology is developed based on our knowledge of those presently involved in cod farming. Cod marketing is regulated through the Raw Fish Act and is organized through sales organizations owned and governed by fishers.
