The Greenland cod (Gadus ogac), also known as ogac or rock cod, is a cold-water fish species native to the North Atlantic and Arctic Oceans, particularly around Greenland and the eastern Canadian Arctic. Renowned for its firm, white flesh, the Greenland cod has historically supported important commercial fisheries. The top countries harvesting Greenland cod are Greenland and Canada, with significant landings also reported from Russia and, to a lesser extent, Norway. Greenland's fishing industry relies heavily on this species, both for domestic consumption and export, while Canada’s fisheries focus on the Arctic and northern Atlantic regions. Although once a staple in the North Atlantic fishing industry, Greenland cod stocks have fluctuated due to overfishing and environmental changes, prompting stricter management and conservation efforts in recent years to ensure the sustainability of this valuable Arctic resource.
| Rank | Country | Metric Tons |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Greenland | 27 |
Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.