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Loch Duart<\/a>, the independent salmon farming company based in Sutherland and the Hebrides, has been Highly Commended in the Rural Employer of the Year category at the fourth annual Scottish Rural Awards ceremony and gala dinner which took take place Thursday 22nd March at Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh. The award was accepted by Andy Bing, Sales Director for Loch Duart.<\/p>\n

Loch Duart, who employ over 115 staff, has been an established business for nearly 20 years and is a significant employer in the remote communities of North West Scotland. Many of the staff work each day out at sea rearing Loch Duart\u2019s extraordinary tasting salmon, asked for by name around the world.<\/p>\n

Alban Denton, Managing Director of Loch Duart said:<\/p>\n

\u201cBeing Highly Commended in the Rural Employer Award is hugely important to us as we are rightfully proud of our fantastic team, who make our extraordinary tasting Loch Duart salmon one of the most in-demand products at restaurants and hotels across the globe. I\u2019m especially pleased that the skill and passion of our team is recognised, as we continue to attract individuals who are at the top of their game in aquaculture. I\u2019d like to thank Scottish Rural Awards for this recognition.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

The Scottish Rural Awards, partnered by Scottish Field magazine and the Scottish Countryside Alliance, recognises excellence in rural Scotland and celebrates the industry, innovation, dedication and community spirit of those who live and work in \u00a0the countryside.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Loch Duart salmon has been Highly Commended in the Rural Employer category at the Scottish Rural Awards. 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