Sandeel landings in Norway — catch statistics
Sandeel is a sand-dwelling forage fish (tobis) taken by trawl in the North Sea, mainly for fishmeal. In 2025, Norway landed about 20,186 tonnes of sandeel (product weight), peaking in June. From 2022 to 2025, annual landings have fallen by 75%.
Data through 2025
Monthly landings (tonnes)
Annual landings (tonnes)
2022
81,676 t
2023
23,651 t
2024
5,792 t
2025
20,186 t
Frequently asked questions
- How much sandeel does Norway land?
- In 2025, Norway landed about 20,186 tonnes of sandeel (product weight), based on official Norwegian landings data.
- When is the sandeel season?
- Sandeel landings peak in June, while the lowest volumes occur in January.
- Are sandeel landings increasing or decreasing?
- From 2022 to 2025, annual landings have fallen from 81,676 to 20,186 tonnes (−75%).
2026 data — updated daily
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