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Livestock Diversification in Scotland – Finding the Right Enterprise for Your Land
Scotland’s farming landscape is remarkably diverse. From the fertile arable fields of Angus and the Borders to the rough upland grazing of the Highlands and Islands, our varied land types…
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The Role of Major Nutrients in Oilseed Rape
Oilseed rape has high nutrient demands to drive leaf growth in autumn and support flowering, pod fill and seed quality in spring. Getting the right nutrients, in the right balance,…
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Managing Extreme Weather: Lessons From Around The World
A practical guide to how farmers from around the world deal with water scarcity. Changing weather patterns are affecting farmers in Scotland. Extreme weather events are becoming more common, with…
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The Basics For Building On Your Farm
This article is intended for anyone considering building in Scotland within an agricultural holding. It should be noted that further guidance from a qualified agent should also be sought prior…
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Business and Policy September 2026 – Greening 2027
From 1st January 2027 there are changes to the requirements for Ecological Focus Areas. The changes are intended to deliver additional environmental benefit. There are two main changes for 2027 – An increase in…
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Business and Policy September 2026 – Milk
Milk production data GB milk production continues to decline, with the seasonal decline now being compounded by extremely dry conditions across much of the country. The impact has been particularly severe across southern England,…
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Business and Policy September 2026 – Sheep
Pressure on industry increases supply into August August has seen a slightly more unsteady prime sheep market with prices continuing to decline through the month. Although prices have shown a sharp decline, this is largely in line with typical season…
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Business and Policy September 2026 – Beef
Finished beef prices in Scotland have rebounded significantly since mid-June, with prices rising throughout August following a seasonal reduction in slaughter availability, reflecting the dominance of spring calving. While still down over 3% on Easter and trailing…
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Business and Policy September 2026 – Arable
Overview As the 2026 harvest nears completion it may well be remembered as one of the driest on record. Across southern and central England, prolonged heat and exceptionally dry conditions have severely affected yields, although Scotland and northern…
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Business and Policy September 2026 – Policy Brief
Bluetongue update BTV-3 (Bluetongue Virus Stereotype 3) was first confirmed in Scotland on 8 August 2026. Across Great Britain, the situation is moving quickly, the number of affected premises is…
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