UK: Scottish salmon exports surged in the first half of 2024

Scotland's salmon exports jumped 41 percent in the first half of 2024, according to Salmon Scotland.Export figures from the U.K. HM Revenue & Customs showed the country exported GBP 431 million (USD 556 million, EUR 506 million) worth of salmon between January and June 2024, with exports increasing to several different countries. By volume, Scottish salmon exports increased 12 percent over the period.Expanding the timeline to the 12-month period ending in June 2024, Scottish salmon exports earned GBP 706 million (USD 912 million, EUR 828 million), up 17 percent year over year, which Salmon Scotland said shows the country is on track to exceeding the country’s record exports in 2024. “These latest export figures show another period of remarkable success for Scottish salmon, reflecting the hard work and dedication of our farmers and the growing global demand for our nutritious fish,” Salmon Scotland Chief Executive Tavish Scott said. Exports to the E.U. rose 57 percent in value to ...