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Salmon Scotland comment on Programme for Government. On Tuesday, John Swinney outlined plans to improve the consenting process for aquaculture developments located between three and 12 nautical miles from the […]
Plockton pupils explore salmon farming careers with Sea2Me. A group of Highland secondary pupils will get a first-hand look at the variety of opportunities that the salmon farming sector offers. […]
Mowi Scotland marks 60 years of raising salmon. Mowi Scotland is celebrating 60 years dedicated to raising the finest salmon from sea to plate. From the rugged west coast, Mowi salmon is […]
Scottish salmon exports hit record high. International sales of Scottish salmon have hit a record high of £844 million, soaring by 45 per cent in a year to remain the UK’s […]
New funding boost to protect Scotland’s wild salmon from decline. A ground-breaking conservation fund to help save Scotland’s iconic wild salmon is now open for 2025 applications. Salmon Scotland’s wild fisheries […]
Salmon Scotland responds to Chancellor’s growth-focused regulation plan. Comment from Tavish Scott, chief executive of Salmon Scotland, regarding reports that Chancellor Rachel Reeves is to urge regulators to focus on growth […]
Salmon farmers thank MPs for visiting Western Isles salmon farm. Members of Westminster’s Scottish Affairs Committee have visited Loch Erisort salmon farm, as part of a fact-finding visit to the Western […]
Scotland’s £1 billion-plus salmon industry nearing record year. Scottish salmon is poised to achieve a record-breaking year, with strong growth in both domestic and international markets. According to Tavish Scott, […]
Scottish salmon £1 billion investment delivers best survival rate for four years. Investment of nearly £1 billion on fish health and welfare has helped deliver the best survival rate for Scottish […]
UK onshore salmon project at risk over ‘factory farm’ claims. Animal rights campaigners win a judicial review over pioneering £120m scheme at Grimsby port, reports the Guardian. On former railway […]
Scotland’s salmon sector has urged the First Minister to prioritise growth and job creation in tomorrow’s Programme for Government. Salmon Scotland, the trade body representing the UK’s largest food export, […]
‘Naturally Scottish’: Cabinet Secretary launches inaugural Scottish Food & Drink September. Month-long celebration serves to showcase Scotland’s food and drink sector MSP Mairi Gougeon highlights the sectors importance to the […]
UK fisheries minister explores how Shetland salmon farming boosts local economy. New UK fisheries minister Daniel Zeichner saw up close how farm-raised salmon is boosting coastal communities during a visit […]
MSP Visits Cooke to Witness Positive Impact of Salmon Farming on Rural Communities Emma Roddick MSP witnessed the positive impact farmed-raised salmon has on rural communities during a visit to […]
Scottish salmon export sales leap 41% with growth in Asian and US markets. Scottish salmon export sales jumped by 41 per cent in the first half of 2024, driven by substantial […]
Hybrid vessel order boost for Scottish shipbuilding and salmon in marine firms deal. A leading Scottish aquaculture support company has awarded a multi-million pound contract for a new hybrid workboat to […]
Fish farmers prepare for warm summer weather. Just as holidaymakers are packing for a summer outing to Scotland’s warming waters and beautiful sunny beaches, the country’s salmon farmers are preparing […]
Scottish salmon exports leap to £645 million five-year high. Scottish salmon exports have surged to £645 million, reaching their highest level in five years as international demand continues to grow. New […]
Scottish salmon sector publishes election manifesto. The trade body for Scottish salmon – the UK’s largest food export – has today (MON) published a manifesto ahead of the general election. Salmon […]
New seaweed collaboration a first for Scottish Sea Farms. Scottish Sea Farms has teamed up with a seaweed growing venture in a scheme that combines salmon and kelp farming on […]
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