Responding to Changing Weather
With an ever changing climate, weather patterns in Scotland are becoming more unpredictable and we are noticing more prolonged periods of extreme weather. Hotter summers, windy and wet weather can be damaging to crops, livestock and rural communities. On this page, you will find guidance on what you can do when harsh weather hits to manage crops and livestock during these challenging times.
Responding to Recent Hot Weather - What You Can Do
With the recent spell of hot weather there are things you can do to alleviate its affects. Find out what you can do now using our guidance below:
How Are Your Cows Coping with the Warmer Weather?
SEPA - Water Scarcity
SEPA report on water scarcity levels and to identify how severe the situation is in your area and across Scotland, click the link below.
Responding to Hot Weather
Here you will find resources on what to do when we are challenged with hot weather:
How Are Your Cows Coping with the Warmer Weather?
Feeding Livestock In Hot Weather
Tips For Transporting Livestock In Hot Weather
Warning: Heat Stress, Beef Cows
Crops and Soils Bulletin June 2023 - Managing Grass in Dry Conditions
Prolonged dry spell - what can be done?
Responding to Cold Weather
Here you will find resources on what to do when we are challenged with cold and snowy weather:
Snow In Early Ewe Pregnancy; Hazards And What To Do
Keeping Newborns Warm in Cold Weather
Maintaining Performance of Sheep in Adverse Winter Weather
Feeding Ewes In Mid-Pregnancy Under Snowy Conditions
Milk Manager News January 2023 - How Does Cold Weather Affect Milking Cows?
Responding to Wet Weather & Storms
Here you will find resources on what to do when we are challenged with wet and stormy weather:
What To Do If Your Forage Is Affected By Flooding
Forestry Information Note: Forestry Update – Felling Permission and Windblown Trees
More guidance can be found at Farming and Water Scotland
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