Posts by Robert Outram
Assuring value
The Association of Scottish Shellfish Growers’ conference addressed the industry’s challenges, but also the benefits it offers to our food security and the environment. Robert Outram reports.
Read MoreOtter Ferry sold to Canada’s Amar Seafood
Otter Ferry Seafish, one of the most innovative – and oldest – aquaculture businesses in Scotland, has been sold to Canada-based Amar Seafood.
Read MoreA new frontier
The latest wave of land-based farming projects represents an exciting new era for aquaculture, but is the ambition matched by practicality? Fish Farmer’s expert panel considered the question in our latest webinar.
Read MoreBakkafrost gets green light for Gigha farm
Bakkafrost Scotland has welcomed the planning authority’s decision to grant permission for a third salmon farm off the island of Gigha, on Scotland’s west coast. The company said: “Gigha is a key part of our southern operations, and we are pleased with the outcome of the hearing.” The decision was made this week at a…
Read MoreNavigating choppy waters
Industry estimates suggest that seafood production is due for a period of growth after a difficult spell.
Read MoreCourse work
Last month the golfing mecca, St Andrews, hosted another major international event: the Responsible Seafood Summit. Robert Outram was there.
Read MoreSamherji wins ‘fake website’ court case
Samherji, Iceland’s largest fishing and salmon farming company, has won a London High Court case against an Icelandic student who created a fake press release and website last year.
Read MoreInvesting in healthy fish
Our round-up of what’s new in fish health focuses on new projects aimed at increasing the industry’s knowledge.
Read MoreOTAQ in revenue warning
Aquaculture and offshore technology business OTAQ has warned that revenues for 2024 are likely to be below the current market forecast. Orders are taking longer to convert than was foreseen, the company said.
Read MoreThe November 2024 issue of Fish Farmer is out now online
The November 2024 issue of Fish Farmer is out now online, and you can read or download it here.
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