Salmon UK

Production: Scotland is the largest producer of farmed salmon in the UK, accounting for over 90% of the country’s total output.

Market: The UK’s salmon farming sector is valued at over £1 billion, with Scotland’s sector alone generating over £600 million in exports annually.

Popularity: Farm-raised salmon is the most popular fish among UK consumers, making up nearly 30% of all fish bought in the UK.

Sustenance: Scottish salmon is renowned for its quality and nutritional value, providing more than 70% of daily vitamin D needs in a single portion.

Viability: The sector aims to become net zero by 2045, with a focus on sustainability and environmental stewardship.

Welfare: Standards for farmed salmon are being developed and implemented, with organizations like the RSPCA Assured scheme promoting higher welfare practices.

Community: Salmon farming provides significant economic benefits to Scotland, supporting over 10,000 jobs directly and indirectly.

Scotland is a significant economic contributor in the UK, providing millions of healthy, nutritious meals annually and generating substantial exports and employment across the country.

Mowi Scotland

Scottish Sea Farms

Bakkafrost Scotland

Cooke Aquaculture Scotland

Loch Duart

Wester Ross Salmon

Kames

Organic Sea Harvest

Landcatch

Hendrix Genetics

Grieg Seafood

Salmon Farmers in the UK

Shetland's Finest

Seafood Shetland

Glenarm Organic