The findings of research into the genetics of salmon populations in the Cromarty Firth region, which were carried out as part of the FASMOP programme, can be seen in the Cromarty Genetics Report in the Publications section. The research shows genetically distinct populations in different parts of the region and also a genetic distinction between hatchery origin and wild stocks in the Conon system. This shows that by restricting stocking to areas where mitigation for hydro impacts are required, distinct wild spawned populations have been maintained downstream of these areas. The report also shows the importance of both hatchery and wild spawned salmon to the rod catch.
