NOThe article reports on a growing shortage of Norwegian chicken meat due to a salmonella outbreak that has disrupted egg production and slaughter operations. The Norwegian customs duty on chicken was reduced from 48.40 kroner to 10 kroner in June as a response to the crisis. Initially, the Ministry of Agriculture estimated a need to import between 2.5 and 3 tons of chicken meat, but this estimate has now been significantly increased. The updated projection suggests a shortfall of 5% of market demand, equivalent to 5000–6000 tons, which is expected to persist throughout the year. This would set a new record for chicken imports, surpassing last year’s total of 1074 tons.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual information about a supply chain issue affecting the Norwegian poultry industry, including the reduction of customs duties and projected import levels. While the situation involves government action and economic implications, the framing remains neutral, relying on data,
