Statistics published in the Scottish Farm Production Survey 2011 reveal that last year Scottish farmed salmon production was at its highest level since 2004, with 158,018 tonnes produced.
“We support the industry’s ambitions for sustainable growth – as demonstrated by our intention to bring forward an Aquaculture and Fisheries Bill – and we are working with them to keep the focus on minimising the impact on the marine environment and adopting best practices. More than 60% of Scottish farmed salmon now has the RSPCA’s Freedom Foods accreditation, which is a great endorsement and selling point.”
The Scottish Farm Production Survey 2011 can be found at www.scotland.gov.uk
