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Scottish salmon has been celebrated at the annual Taste of Shetland Festival, showcasing the islands’ world-renowned locally-produced food and drink.

When we talk about “Scottish salmon”, we are talking about farm-raised Atlantic salmon, the UK’s top food export valued at £600m, and a domestic market is valued at £1.2bn a year.

Salmon Scotland and DFDS Logistics have highlighted the vital role of the aquaculture supply chain in a meeting with Scottish Cabinet Secretary Neil Gray.

New figures on Scottish salmon survival rates show that the sector continues to make progress in managing environmental challenges in the sea. 

Tavish Scott writes for The Scottish Herald regarding the opportunities offered by the Scottish salmon sector.

Salmon Scotland comments on the First Minister’s Programme for Government, which recognised that aquaculture is “at the heart of many of our communities” and plays a “vital role in our economy”.

Shadow Scotland Secretary Ian Murray saw first-hand how farm-raised salmon is boosting coastal communities during a visit to a leading Western Isles’ producer.

A series of Highland coastal kelp shelters are among seven major environmental projects being supported by Scotland’s salmon farmers to help save iconic wild salmon and sea trout.

Scottish salmon export sales jumped by nine per cent in the first half of 2023, with major growth in the Asian and American markets.

Shetland salmon farmers have joined forces to support this week’s spectacular Tall Ships’ return to Lerwick.

Salmon Scotland, the body which represents the farm-raised salmon sector, has welcomed the publication.

By Tavish Scott