date:May 08, 2014
The value of Scottish farmed salmon has soared by 100 million in the past year as its popularity abroad in particular continues.
Salmon producers have recorded sales of 633m in 2013, a rise of 18 per cent on the previous 12 months.
And they believe strong consumer confidence, particularly in Japan and America, will further enhance its position as Scotlands largest food export.
Since 1993 the value of farmed salmon has risen almost five-fold, from 130m.
The latest figures have been releas