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Contract Farming Agreements Explained
Contract Farming Agreements are formal joint venture agreements where a landowner or occupier (the Farmer) engages the services of a contractor to manage farming operations under pre-arranged terms. Unlike using…
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Low Emissions Livestock Breeding – The What and the Why
This article is part of the Climate Change & Carbon Research Briefings series. More articles in the series can be found below: Understanding Natural Capital Markets Collecting On-Farm Biodiversity Data…
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Selecting the Right Ram for the Job
Rams are responsible for 50% of the genetic pool in any sheep flock and therefore have a large influence on the overall performance of the flock. Selecting the right ram…
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How to Establish a Ryegrass Ley
Well managed grassland can deliver high quality feed at a low cost for livestock farms in Scotland. It forms the largest crop area in Scotland and can provide forage all…
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Faba Beans for Alternative Protein and Reducing Monogastric Carbon Footprint
This article is part of the Climate Change & Carbon Research Briefings series. More articles in the series can be found below: Understanding Natural Capital Markets Collecting On-Farm Biodiversity Data…
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Collecting On-Farm Biodiversity Data with Bioacoustics
This article is part of the Climate Change & Carbon Research Briefings series. More articles in the series can be found below: Understanding Natural Capital Markets Faba Beans for Alternative…
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Understanding Natural Capital Markets
This article is part of the Climate Change & Carbon Research Briefings series. More articles in the series can be found below: Collecting On-Farm Biodiversity Data with Bioacoustics Faba Beans…
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Using Organic Matter to Alleviate Water Scarcity
As water scarcity becomes a more frequently occurring concern across the UK, it is important to explore methods to better manage the water you do have. In England, water scarcity…
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Using Technology to Defend Against Water Scarcity in Scotland
Water scarcity poses a significant challenge to the agricultural sector, particularly in regions where water resources are limited. In the context of English agriculture, where rainfall patterns can be unpredictable…
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Agribusiness News July 2024 – Sector Focus: Whole Farm Plans
Whole Farm Plans Under the new Agricultural Route Map for Scotland, farmers and crofters will be required to undertake a series of initiatives as part of a Whole Farm Plan…
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