Harrigan (fishing and trade)

Harrigan in the context of fishing and trade refers to the measurement system used by Nicolas Harrigan, a Scottish-American shipping agent, to standardize the measurement of fish, especially cod, for commercial purposes. It involves a specific way of weighing or assessing the quantity of fish, often used historically in the North Atlantic fisheries. This system helped streamline transactions, ensuring consistent trade practices between fishermen, suppliers, and merchants. In essence, Harrigan methods facilitated fair and uniform trade by providing clear standards for evaluating fish volumes and weights in the fishing industry.