Today we have a Scottish themed blog post. Scotland has a thriving aquaculture industry with
salmon and trout operations particularly successful. The country is the key producer of farmed salmon in the EU with an estimated value of £585m.
- Scotland looks towards the long term when it comes to sustainable aquaculture. Results from the public consultation on proposals for the introduction of an Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill have been published. The Scottish Government consulted on how to achieve a sustainable future for aquaculture and freshwater fisheries and ensure the effective management of interactions between the two sectors. The consultation will inform the development of a new Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill, which is planned for introduction in autumn 2012. Read more...
- The BBC reports that the Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill will impose tougher regulation on the industry. Plans will include greater scrutiny by Sepa inspectors and fines of up to £10,000. Read more...
- A new world class salmon farm at Lochailort is set for completion in 2013. The Marine Harvest site will house a smolt hatchery which will be one of the biggest facilities in the world. Read more...
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