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 […]
Salmon is UK’s favourite fish as sales rise by more than 3%. Salmon is the most popular fish among UK consumers, with new figures showing sales are up 3.2 per […]
Scottish Salmon exports leap 7%.The value of Scottish salmon exports has jumped by 7 per cent in a year as international demand continues to grow. New HMRC data analysed by […]
Comment on confirmation that HPMAs have been scrapped, from the main trade bodies for aquaculture and commercial fishing in Scotland. The Scottish Government has formally confirmed that proposals for Highly […]
Wellbeing Economy Secretary hails Scottish salmon supply chain on visit to distribution centre. Salmon Scotland and DFDS Logistics have welcomed the Scottish Government’s recognition of the vital role of the aquaculture […]
Ian Murray visits Western Isles salmon farm to explore sector’s local economy support. Shadow Scotland Secretary Ian Murray saw first-hand how farm-raised salmon is boosting coastal communities during a visit to […]
Scottish salmon export sales leap 9% with growth in Asian and US markets Scottish salmon export sales jumped by nine per cent in the first half of 2023, with major […]
Workers scheme would benefit seafood sector. By Kathleen O’Donnell, director at Fragomen Labour shortages have spread far and wide across a number of industries, including one of Scotland’s most important […]
Salmon farmers back Shetland Tall Ships. Shetland salmon farmers have joined forces to support this week’s spectacular Tall Ships’ return to Lerwick. Trade body Salmon Scotland and local companies, Cooke […]
Salmon sector welcomes Scottish Government’s new aquaculture vision. The Scottish Government has today published its long-term vision for the nation’s aquaculture sector, recognising its “crucial role” in contributing to food […]
Salmon Scotland comment on HPMAs shelved. Commenting on news that highly protected marine areas (HPMAs) have been shelved, Tavish Scott, chief executive of Salmon Scotland said: “HPMAs united coastal communities and […]
Scotland’s salmon farmers unite in ‘Seafood Coalition’ to challenge proposed marine ban with petition. Scotland’s salmon farmers have joined forces with fishers to challenge the proposed SNP/Green ban on commercial […]
Scottish salmon celebrated at heart of government. Scottish salmon’s contribution to the UK’s economy has been celebrated at the heart of the government with a reception in London. The chief […]