Top Pacific Cod Fishing Countries

Pacific cod (Gadus macrocephalus) is a commercially valuable demersal fish species found throughout the northern Pacific Ocean, prized for its mild flavor and flaky white flesh. The largest Pacific cod fisheries are located in the North Pacific, with the United States (particularly Alaska) leading global production, followed by Russia and Japan. These countries operate extensive, highly regulated commercial fisheries that use trawls, longlines, and pots to harvest Pacific cod, ensuring sustainability through quotas and management measures. The fish is a staple in both domestic and export markets, playing a significant role in the economies of these nations and supporting thousands of jobs in fishing, processing, and related industries.

Data from FAO. 2025. Global Capture Production. In: Fisheries and Aquaculture.