This article first appeared on Galway Bay FM Connemara is a significant location for salmon farming but a shortage of women is noticeable according to a report from Bord Iascaigh Mhara. The marine development body also says the industry could do with more young people. Salmon farming is a man’s territory, statistically at any rate. […] The post Report highlights shortage ofwomen in salmon farming industry in Connemara appeared first on Connacht Tribune - Galway City Tribune.
A report by Bord Iascaigh Mhara highlights a significant shortage of women in the Connemara salmon farming industry, where 96% of workers are men. The report also expresses concern about the industry's age profile. Salmon production in Connemara was valued at over €30m in 2023.
