SAIC celebrates a decade of its impactful skills programmes The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has boosted the skillset of almost 500 individuals across the aquaculture sector since the launch […]
Salmon with potato salad and horseradish yogurt. So easy to make, with a touch of heat from the horseradish and fragrance from the dill. Recipe courtesy Loch Duart Salmon Prep […]
Loch Duart salmon wellington. The Hebridean Baker’s recipe for Loch Duart Salmon Wellington, is quick and easy to make and a great alternative to turkey on Christmas day. Skill level: […]
The Marine Sector in an independent Scotland. Independence would allow Scotland’s marine sector to realise its full potential, according to a new paper to be published by Cabinet Secretary for […]
Holographic cameras bring sea lice early warning system into focus. A team of researchers in Scotland is exploring the use of holographic 3D imaging, machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) […]
Scottish aquaculture mission to Norway aims for global growth. A Scottish Government-backed delegation is travelling to Norway this week to showcase the strength of the country’s aquaculture supply chain and […]
SAIC supports 100th aquaculture project following latest funding call. The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has announced support for a further six innovation projects valued at £2.5 million, bringing the […]
Two of Bakkafrost Scotland’s rising stars are celebrating significant industry accolades this week after picking up key sector awards. Freshwater Optimiser, Charlotte Bolton, was named ‘Rising Star of the Year’ […]
WiSA awards celebrate female success on International Women’s Day 2023. Championing diversity and the role of women in delivering one of Scotland’s most valuable exports, Women in Scottish Aquaculture (WiSA) […]
Scottish aquaculture now economically more important than sea fishing. A note by Tony Mackay, economist from Inverness: 1. Marine Scotland, which is part of the Scottish Government, recently published a […]
Bakkafrost Scotland takes delivery of the largest well boat in the Scottish aquaculture industry. Reception in Stornoway to welcome 87-metre Ronja Star which boasts world leading sustainability technology. The largest […]
Scotland wins bid to host renowned international sea lice summit. Organisers of the biennial International Sea Lice Conference have announced that Scotland is to host the next meeting in 2024, […]
Kames and Xelect announce strategic genetics partnership. For 50 years Kames Fish Farming have grown premium Steelhead trout in the pristine, idyllic sea lochs of the Inner Hebrides. As the […]
Harmful Algal Blooms Warning The Scottish aquaculture industry warns about the growing risk of harmful algal blooms Data-led early detection and mitigation could be key to protecting fish health The […]
Successful RAS Academy shows salmonid industry the way forward STIM recently welcomed more than 80 participants from Scottish aquaculture to a two-day deep dive into recirculating aquaculture systems (RAS) at […]
Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon has reaffirmed the Scottish Government’s commitment to reform of Scotland’s vital aquaculture sector. Speaking at the Aquaculture UK conference in Aviemore, she promised “rapid progress” […]
New report highlights Scotland’s AAA strength. More than 200 companies, research centres and academic partners have been identified as key stakeholders in the animal health, agri-tech and aquaculture (AAA) sector […]
Salmon Scotland expands to welcome partner members from supply chain. Salmon Scotland has today announced an expansion of its membership to include partners from its supply chain in recognition of […]
Salmon sector installs dozens of life-saving defibrillators in communities around Scotland. Scotland’s farm-raised salmon sector is helping save lives by installing defibrillators in local communities where companies operate. Several companies […]
Fast track Shetland trainee wins top aquaculture accolades. Scottish Sea Farms’ Assistant Farm Manager, Derek Ferguson, has been recognised with not one but two prestigious accolades at the Lantra Scotland […]