Exports of Scottish salmon to the US leapt in the first half of the year despite having to navigate strong tariff undercurrents.
Global salmon exports jumped almost a quarter (23%) to £528million in the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period last year and are on course to hit £1billion by the end of the year.
The data, published by HMRC and reported in The Times, reveals encouraging increases in sales of Scottish salmon to North America, China and Taiwan.
That growth offsets a drop in sales to France and leave the industry in a strong position to beat its record £844million in annual sales which was achieved last year.
Tavish Scott, chief executive of trade body Salmon Scotland, said sales into the US had more than doubled to £190million in the first six months of 2025.
The Times reports Scott remained cautious of the "significant barrier" created by tariffs which he said cost the sector an estimated £30million per year.
He added: "Removing these tariffs would open up even greater opportunities for exporters and help secure long-term growth for Scottish salmon."