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New MPs learn more about Scotland’s vital salmon sector. MPs have attended an event in Westminster to learn more about the economic and environmental benefits of Scottish salmon. The breakfast briefing, […]
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, […]
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 […]
West coast gene bank among environmental projects funded by Scottish salmon farmers. A ground-breaking gene bank is among seven major environmental projects being supported by Scotland’s salmon farmers to help save […]
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 […]
SAIC secures £1.5 million funding package from the Scottish Government. The Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) has secured new funding to continue its support of fish health research and development […]
Brexit costs Scotland up to £100 million-a-year in lost salmon exports. Brexit has cost Scotland up to £100 million-a-year in ‘lost’ salmon exports, MSPs will hear today. Scottish salmon is […]
New award launched to recognise salmon farming’s rising stars. A new award has been launched to recognise the achievements of young people working in salmon and seafood farming.The Young Aquaculture Society […]
Scottish salmon is named UK’s top food export for 2023. Scottish salmon has been named as the UK’s top food export in 2023, following the publication of annual HMRC figures. […]
Business groups unite to voice alarm over Scottish tax policy. Sixteen leading business representative groups have jointly written to the Scottish Government’s Deputy First Minister & Finance Secretary, Shona Robison […]
Funding to help save Scotland’s iconic wild salmon from further decline. The latest phase of a fund to help save Scotland’s iconic wild salmon by restoring habitats, providing protection from predators, […]
Salmon sector expresses frustration with export red tape. Scotland’s salmon sector – the UK’s biggest food export – has expressed frustration over ongoing red tape which has now cost an […]
Salmon Scotland comment on Scottish Government’s Marine Economy Report. The direct economic contribution of Scotland’s aquaculture sector has increased by 154 per cent to £472 million over a decade, a new […]
Salmon farmers lead global sustainability league table. A global league table of sustainable food producers has placed four salmon farmers operating in Scotland in the top ten. The ‘Coller FAIRR […]
Comment on Highlands population trends. Highland Council has warned that parts of the region are being “drained” of people. Trade body Salmon Scotland is calling for £10 million-a-year in licence fees […]
Salmon Scotland comment on SEPA regulatory framework. Tavish Scott, chief executive of Salmon Scotland, said: “We support regulation based on fact, evidence and sound science. The Scottish Government commissioned Professor […]
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