Fisheries Minister thanks aquaculture sector
The Fisheries Minister Victoria Prentis MP has written an open letter to the UK's aquaculture, fishing and seafood sectors, thanking them for the role they are playing in keeping fresh produce flowing to UK consumers during the coronavirus pandemic.
Comment: React, respond and recover
Comment by Julie Hesketh-Laird, Chief Executive of the Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation
In the first few frenetic weeks of this crisis, it was difficult for anyone to get a proper perspective on what was going on.
COVID-19: Cabinet Secretary praises salmon farmers' response
Fergus Ewing MSP, the Cabinet Secretary for Rural Economy and Tourism, has issued a letter (8th April) thanking Scotland's aquaculture sector for the part it is playing in maintaining supplies of fresh, healthy produce to consumers through the coronavirus crisis.
COVID-19: SSPO welcomes latest regulatory position on medicines
As the focus to protect public health and keep fresh food in UK supermarkets continues, the salmon farming sector has welcomed the steps taken by the Scottish Environmental Protection Agency (SEPA) to create a temporary protocol which protects farmers’ health while maintaining fish welfare and e
COVID-19: Food Standards Scotland guidance for food sector
Food Standards Scotland has published COVID-19 guidance for food business operators and their employees.
COVID-19: Department of Transport letter of support for haulage sector
The Department of Transport has written a letter of support to UK hauliers.
New jobs partnership to help food service workers
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has announced a new 16-week partnership with job recruitment app, Syft.
COVID-19: Recognising the valuable role of the Scottish food production supply chain
The leaders of Scotland's main food bodies, including the Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation (SSPO), have sent a letter to all MSPs.
COVID-19: Government support for business
The Scottish and UK Governments have issued a number of support measures for businesses and employees. Please click on the links below for more detailed information and advice.
CORONAVIRUS BUSINESS SUPPORT FINDER TOOL