Policy — October 5, 2026
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Siddharth Malik, Consul General of India, checked out Bakkafrost Scotland’s Stronachullin farm at Loch Fyne. Picture: Nick Mailer Photography/ Bakkafrost Scotland
4 Scottish salmon manufacturers have actually started a five-day trade objective to India following the elimination of a 33% import tariff on Scottish salmon.
Bakkafrost Scotland, Loch Duart, Mowi Scotland and Scottish Sea Farms will fulfill importers, suppliers, merchants and hotel purchasers in New Delhi and Mumbai in between October 5 and 9.
The delegation represents organizations linked to more than 80% of Scottish salmon exports, according to Salmon Scotland, which arranged the check out with assistance from the UK India Business Council.
The program consists of conversations with Indian customizeds and food security authorities targeted at making clearance of fresh salmon much faster and more foreseeable.
Salmon Scotland approximates cumulative exports to India might reach roughly ₤ 21 million over the next years under a low-growth situation, ₤ 70 million under a medium-growth situation and ₤ 131 million under a high-growth circumstance.
The very first significant delivery following the tariff elimination got here in July, provided by Bakkafrost Scotland to Sashimi Foods in Bengaluru.
“This week has to do with going out into the marketplace, listening to Indian organizations and turning that chance into long-lasting trade,” stated James Park, Salmon Scotland’s head of global trade and engagement.