A new campaign aimed at making young people aware of the varied and rewarding career choices in aquaculture can “light a fire” in their imaginations, Scotland’s rural economy secretary Fergus Ewing believes.

A video-led campaign is being launched today to encourage young people in Scotland to take up careers in aquaculture.

Women aspiring to build careers in Scotland’s aquaculture will be mentored by industry leaders under a new scheme starting in January.

An initiative aimed at increasing diversity in the aquaculture industry has been given £20,000 by the Scottish government.

The Scottish Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) is to stage two events next month for Women in Scottish Aquaculture (WiSA) as part of the networking group’s ongoing mission to encourage female participation and progression in the industry.