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September 2nd, 2026
Scottish Government Minister for Agriculture, Marine and the Islands, Jim Fairlie, visits Mowi Scotland's Cheesebay farm

Mowi was delighted to host Scottish Government Minister for Agriculture, Marine and the Islands, Jim Fairlie, at our Cheesebay farm in North Uist last month.

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August 28th, 2026
What the science really says about salmon farming and wild salmon genetics

Salmon Scotland chief executive Tavish Scott on new research into wild salmon genetics, the claims being made about it, and why activism should never be confused with evidence.

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August 26th, 2026
£2 million boost for Scotland’s wild salmon

Scotland’s salmon farmers are investing nearly £2 million to help protect wild salmon and restore rivers across the country.

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August 20th, 2026
First Western Isles salmon careers event showcases local jobs

More than 170 Western Isles pupils got a hands-on look at careers in Scotland’s salmon sector at the first event of its kind in the islands.

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August 11th, 2026
Salmon farming is a ‘key anchor’ for rural and coastal communities, report finds

Salmon farming is a “key anchor” for rural and coastal areas in Scotland, a new independent study has found.

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July 31st, 2026
Comment on first shipment of Scottish salmon to India

The first major shipment of Scottish salmon has arrived in India after a free trade deal was struck between the UK and Indian governments.

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July 6th, 2026
Salmon Scotland comment on latest investment in Scottish-built vessels

Tavish Scott, chief executive of Salmon Scotland, comments following the launch of a new Scottish-built vessel for the salmon sector by Economy Secretary Stephen Flynn, whose ministerial responsibilities include the promotion of Scotland’s food and drink sectors.

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July 2nd, 2026
Minister sees pioneering approach to salmon farming at Applecross

Scotland’s marine minister has been given a first-hand look at a pioneering approach to salmon farming designed to improve fish welfare and create skilled rural jobs.

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July 2nd, 2026
Tarbert gears up for seafood festival weekend

Locals and tourists are set to head to a two-day community festival celebrating the wealth of seafood from the waters of Scotland’s longest loch this weekend.

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June 30th, 2026
Salmon Scotland comment on Shetland tunnel plans

Shetland Islands Council backed plans to progress proposals for a network of undersea tunnels linking the islands.

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June 17th, 2026
Salmon Scotland comment on UK-India free trade deal coming into force

Scottish salmon currently faces a 33 per cent tariff which severely limits trade, but this is set to be removed on July 15 when the deal agreed by the UK Government takes effect.

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June 17th, 2026
More than 850 runners tackle scenic Isle of Skye Half Marathon, 10K and fun run

Hundreds of runners from around the world took part in the Isle of Skye Half Marathon, sponsored by Bakkafrost Scotland, this weekend.

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