Scottish Government’s Decision in Favour of Loch Long Salmon’s Planning Appeal

Welcoming the Scottish Government’s decision in favour of Loch Long Salmon’s planning appeal, John Urquhart, (PICTURED) the Chairman of the long established independent conservation charity, The Friends of Loch Lomond and The Trossachs, told That's Food and Drink: “This is a victory for common sense. 

"It will bring much needed investment and job opportunities to fragile rural communities around Loch Long, plus encouraging others to invest in Scottish aquaculture, no doubt following the lead set by this innovative company, whose semi closed containment system puts fish husbandry standards, the health of the local natural environment and the local community at the heart of its operation."

He added: "Loch Long Salmon is one of many local businesses who sponsor our “Keep the Banks Bonnie” scheme, whose lay-by litter bins help manage the litter problem along the popular A82 Loch Lomond corridor, a fine example of how business can help deliver positive conservation outcomes.

"We believe the National Park’s refusal was another example where their planners seem to have been blind to the message that conservation of natural capital costs money and one of the best ways to help deliver it is by working in partnership with the businesses which need that natural capital looked after for their long-term success.

The Minister will soon deliver his decision on Flamingoland’s Lomond Banks application which also became the focus for much ill-informed and emotive hype, irresponsibly led by the Green Party’s Ross Greer, who, we feel, should know better. 

"There are many serious environmental issues which that party should rightly be highlighting, but neither of these proposals were ever one of them. Both offer excellent conservation outcomes with minimum environmental cost. Let’s hope the minister gets that and let’s hope that in future the National Park looks more towards applying its own stated policies on Partnership.”

https://www.lochlomondtrossachs.org.uk

Baked Salmon for your barbecue with Loseley Summer Meadow Butter

Whilst meat is a treat for the barbecue, it might be time to try some fish, instead, as a tasty alternative. And with the help of Loseley butter and this simple yet great recipe, you could well find it much easier than you might have thought possible!

Baked Salmon is a lovely barbecue alternative on a Summer’s day.  Loseley have created an easy recipe using their Loseley Summer Meadow Butter.

This delicious Loseley Butter is spreadable straight from the fridge and yet has all the creamy taste of traditional butter making it incredibly versatile.

So as it spreads straight from the fridge it is great for making garlic butter for delicious garlic bread or herb butters to smear inside fish parcels. If not using Salmon simply mix the butter with plenty of fresh, chopped herbs (fennel, dill, mint and oregano - make some shallow slashes on the sides of whole fish such as bream, trout or bass- and then fill the fish cavity and slashes with the butter. Pop the fish into an 'envelope' of tightly sealed silver foil and put on a really hot barbecue. Cook each side for a few minutes and viola, one perfectly prepared, delicious fish -- and no smelly pans to clean up afterwards!

Ingredients for Baked Salmon

4 salmon fillets

1 carrot

1 lemon

1 leek

50g Loseley Summer Meadow Butter

Salt and ground black pepper

Method for Baked Salmon

Cut leek and carrot into thin strips.

Put half of the Loseley butter into a bowl and stir until soft. Grate half a teaspoon of lemon rind and add to a teaspoon of squeezed lemon juice and mix with salt, pepper and butter. Rinse fillets under cold water and cover each with a square of kitchen foil. Put a teaspoon of lemon juice and carrot and leek strips over each fillet. Put some of the lemon butter on top. Wrap each fillet in its foil parcel. Put the parcels on the BBQ for 15-20mins. Set each fillet on a warm plate and spoon the vegetables and juices over them. Serve with Northern Irish baby potatoes or a fresh salad.

Loseley Summer Meadow Butter is packed in a 250grm tub and costs £1.29p.

Loseley Chilled Foods are available from the chilled cabinet of local independent grocers, Morrisons, Waitrose and Iceland. (EDITOR: And often, our fridge at home!)

Visit www.loseley.com  for more information.