Rural and Environment

Weekly round-up: 07/12

December 7, 2018 by charlottebarbour No Comments | Category Agriculture, Environment, Farming, Marine

Fisheries and Aquaculture funding

Fisheries Secretary  Fergus Ewing announced £4.8 million has been awarded to 29 fishery and aquaculture projects across Scotland, helping coastal communities to diversify their economies and transition to sustainable fishing.

Young People’s Food and Drink event

The Scottish Government has pledged £7.5 million until 2020 to support the delivery of the new industry led food and drink strategy, Ambition:2030.

Rural Affairs Minister Mairi Gougeon attended Young People’s Food and Drink Event to meet talented young people who are involved in the industry.

HIE aquaculture announcement

Rural Economy Secretary Fergus Ewing  announced nearly £1 million joint funding with Highland and Island Enterprise for the aquaculture industry.

Tags: aquaculture, fisheries, foodanddrink

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