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Fish farms in the UK employ almost 7,200 people

There are approximately 1,150 fish farms in the UK

The total value at first sale of aquaculture products is about £289 million


 

Aquaculture

Are you interested in working in an industry that will provide you with lots of practical and technical skills, and where the welfare of fish and of the environment is extremely important?

Working in aquaculture could give you the opportunity to:

  • Learn about fish and the environment they live in
  • Look after freshwater and marine habitats
  • Develop a variety of practical and technical skills
  • Plan your own workloads
  • Be your own boss!

Does this sound interesting to you? If so, why not….

  • Find out more about working in aquaculture
  • Discover what skills you need to work in aquaculture
  • Read about the qualifications that could help you in your career

Want to know what it’s really like to work in aquaculture? Read our case studies

Do you have a question about working and training in aquaculture that isn’t answered here? Click here to email us for some expert advice

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Calum George Buchanan, Senior Farm Assistant, Marine Harvest Scotland
"I decided to go into fish farming because I enjoy working outdoors"
Calum George Buchanan

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