Atlantic Salmon Trust

Through scientific research and collaborative efforts, the Atlantic Salmon Trust (AST) identifies and addresses threats such as habitat degradation, climate change, and overfishing to ensure the long-term survival of salmon. Their initiatives include habitat restoration, such as improving riverbanks and eliminating migration barriers, as well as promoting sustainable land management. Additionally, the AST educates and raises awareness to foster stewardship for salmon conservation.

A grant supports research which will identify the reasons for the dramatic decline in salmon numbers, mitigate or remove these impacts, and improve management practices. It also helps to fund the day-to-day operation of the Trust – covering research work, staff and communication costs, funding educational events, and facilitating meetings with NGOs and policymakers, all of which allow the charity to continue the task of investigating the causes of, and solutions to, declining salmon numbers.