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Scottish MSPs Urge Action Amid Salmon Farming Crisis

1/18/2025

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Scottish MSPs are sounding the alarm over the sluggish pace of reforms in the salmon farming industry, highlighting alarming mortality rates and environmental concerns. While a moratorium on new farms was considered, fears of job losses led to its rejection. The committee is calling for decisive government action to foster sustainable growth in this crucial sector.

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Scottish MSPs are sounding the alarm over the sluggish pace of reforms in the salmon farming industry, highlighting alarming mortality rates and environmental concerns. While a moratorium on new farms was considered, fears of job losses led to its rejection. The committee is calling for decisive government action to foster sustainable growth in this crucial sector.