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Turbot (Scophthalmus maximus) is a highly prized flatfish in the UK and Irish seafood industry, primarily wild-caught in the North Sea and Atlantic, with some aquaculture. Renowned for its firm, white flesh.
Peak season for wild Turbot is typically spring to autumn. While available year-round, quality and availability are best outside of winter months.
Wild Turbot stocks are generally well-managed, though not typically MSC certified. Buyers should seek fish from sustainable fisheries with good stock health.
Highly versatile, Turbot is prized for roasting, grilling, and pan-frying. Its delicate flavour and firm texture make it a favourite in fine dining.
Key landing ports for Turbot include Peterhead, Brixham, and Newlyn. It's a high-value species, contributing significantly to UK and Irish seafood trade.
Edinburgh, Midlothian
Barrow-In-Furness, Walney Island
SLEMMESTAD, ASKER
Dublin, Dublin
Penzance, Cornwall
BOW, LONDON
Hove, East Sussex
Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire
Dunbar, East Lothian
TROMSØ, TROMSØ
Inveraray, Argyll