Salmon industry welcomes Scotland's blue ambition
Trade body Salmon Scotland has welcomed the Scottish Government’s vision for the future of the nation’s seas.
The Blue Economy Vision for Scotland was published today and contains a number of key aims and ambitions.
These include ensuring having innovative, productive and competitive marine sectors, as well as thriving and resilient communities.
One key outcome is that Scotland is “a global leader in healthy, quality, sustainably harvested and farmed Blue Foods, for our own population and beyond”.
Salmon role
Salmon Scotland chief executive Tavish Scott said: “Salmon plays a vital role in the Blue Economy of Scotland, and we are delighted the Scottish Government has not only recognised the role it plays but is committed to backing the sustainable growth of the sector in the years to come.”
He added: “Farmed salmon is not only the UK’s top food export but is one of the healthiest, locally-sourced proteins around.”
Scott said salmon producers play a key role in maintaining and supporting communities in some of Scotland’s most remote areas.
“We are keen to work with the government to ensure our members continue to get the support they need to ensure Scotland’s Blue Economy reaches its full potential,” said the executive.
