Can Scotland sell its mackerel to Japan?

A red warning sign for mackerel on the Viswijzer: don't buy it, don't eat it. What a shame, says enthusiast Marjoleine de Vos. Is it really done, or are there still nuances? Or maybe it's not so bad when it's done.

Can Scotland sell its mackerel to Japan?

In the last four years, Scottish mackerel imports to Japan have risen sharply from 2% of the total market to 20%.

Scottish mackerel makes its mark in Japanese market

Seafood Scotland was among the industry leaders seeking to further strengthen ties with Japan on a trade mission to Osaka and Tokyo this week, alongside Scotland’s Minister for Business, Richard Lochhead MSP. Led by Scottish Enterprise’s international team, the trade mission to Osaka and Tokyo included a visit to Japan’s largest supermarket chain, Aeon, to launch a new campaign which will see the chain promote Scottish mackerel to consumers. The…