Wednesday, May 4, 2011

New record for Scottish salmon exports

Fresh Scottish salmon exports reached record levels in 2010, according to new figures from the Scottish Salmon Producers' Organisation (SSPO). This performance confirmed salmon as Scotland's largest food export. Exports increased by 20 percent, rising to 78,611 tonnes from 65,480 tonnes the previous year, reports Scotland Food and Drink.

It is the second consecutive year that exports have risen as global demand for the healthy and sustainable protein continues to grow. The UK continues to be the most important market by some distance. Seven of the top 10 export markets grew in volume in 2010. Scottish salmon now reaches 54 countries worldwide. Europe remains the main export market, with France its top importer (26,475 tonnes). The USA is the biggest destination in the rest of the world (31,924 tonnes). Read more ...

This blog is written by Martin Little The Aquaculturists, published and supported by the International Aquafeed Magazine from Perendale Publishers

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