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Farming, Fisheries, Food & Drink

Scotland - 8% Of The UK Population But 30% Of The UK Food And Drink Exports!

"Scotland has the largest share of UK exports of food and drink products – with the industry in Scotland making up [nearly?] one-third of total exports out of the UK – making the sector worth £5.7billion. A report from the Food and Drink Federation (FDF) shows Scotland’s food and drink sector has shown significant growth and is recovering from the impacts of the pandemic. FDF has said Scotland’s industry continues to ‘punch above its weight’."
https://talkingupscotlandtwo.com

New Brexit Cod Wars?

"A campaign to defend sustainable fishing in Scotland is being run by Open Seas, a group that combines hard-headedness with a strategic vision. Scottish ministers should listen to what Open Seas is saying – especially about the need to end monopolisation within the fishing industry and return control and quota-rules over to local communities.  For it is precisely the local communities who know best how to conserve – because their very existence depends on it."
https://bellacaledonia.org.uk

Australian "World Beating" Trade Deal?

"People are questioning how food from the other side of the world can be cheaper given transportation costs and the subsequent environmental damage. Cheap food indicates cost cutting, lower standards, higher health risks and lower animal welfare standards. Cheap food at the expense of quality is not considered by many to be a great deal, especially given its impact on home production."
https://newsnet.scot

New Brexit Cod Wars?

"A campaign to defend sustainable fishing in Scotland is being run by Open Seas, a group that combines hard-headedness with a strategic vision. Scottish ministers should listen to what Open Seas is saying – especially about the need to end monopolisation within the fishing industry and return control and quota-rules over to local communities.  For it is precisely the local communities who know best how to conserve – because their very existence depends on it."
https://bellacaledonia.org.uk