Matorka Information

Matorka produces the world's finest Arctic char in the world's most magical place - Iceland. Our mission is to responsibly raise the world’s finest Arctic char in harmony with Iceland's natural ecosystem. We responsibly raise the finest Arctic char, from the world’s most magical place - Iceland. Our farm is powered by 100% green geothermal electricity and uses pristine lava-filtered waters. Matorka’s founders had the vision to work within Iceland’s natural ecosystem to establish the most sustainable aquaculture in the world. Here, in our unique Grindavik location, they found the ideal setting to engineer a groundbreaking land-based aquaculture facility, creating what is truly the lowest impact, most responsible way to raise strong, thriving fish, with stewardship of the fish foremost. We are proud to be compliant with multiple leading global certifications spanning environmental sustainability, best labour practices, aquaculture and animal welfare. We are a dedicated and hands-on team who act with integrity, practicality and a genuine passion for raising this exceptional fish in Iceland’s beautiful and sometimes brutal environment. Iceland is known for producing the best Arctic char. And – by dedicating ourselves solely to raising this single extraordinary fish in this single magical location – we at Matorka are proud to supply the best tasting, healthiest Arctic char in Iceland, and the world. Our prized fish is available 52 weeks per year in the USA, Canada, Northern- and Western Europe.