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Value of Scottish catch at 10-year high

PROVISIONAL statistics published today reveal that landings by Scottish fishermen last year were worth £500 million, 15% up on 2010. The figures show that 358,000...

Fisheries agreement to protect Scotland’s rivers

FISHING chiefs have reached a ground breaking agreement with Scottish Natural Heritage to better manage Scotland’s waterways. A joint statement between Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH)...

Critical role of Scotland’s Fishery Boards and Fishery Trusts highlighted

The important contribution and role of Fishery Boards and Fishery Trusts in the management of Scotland’s freshwater fisheries has been highlighted by the Association...

Funding for fish science projects

A NEW partnership to support research that delivers more sustainable and effective fisheries has been created, backed by £150,000 from the Scottish Government. The Fishing...

Anglers ruining Scots salmon DNA, claims scientist

ANGLERS have been blamed for “ruining” the DNA of wild Scottish salmon by killing the best fish. Dr Martin Jaffa, a supporter of the salmon...

Comedian Whitehouse opens Dee salmon season

By Emma Hamilton   COMEDIAN Paul Whitehouse opened the 2012 season on one of Scotland's best salmon rivers today. The funnyman, who is a keen angler, took...

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