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New Entrants Newsletter Spring 2017
The spring 2017 newsletter includes an overview of the regional new entrant groups, a summary after the excitement of the New Entrants Gathering held in February plus added detail on the Mentoring service available to farmers and new entrants. There is also a bit of detail on tenancy law AND a reminder of various grants and scholarships available.
Read More >Mark & Harriet Donald, the Journey of a Starter Farmer
Mark and Harriet Donald presented their story as a Forestry Commission Starter Farmer
Read More >William Harper, This is My Life
William Harper gave an presentation describing his journey through his farming life
Read More >Viktoria Wahle, Stronachs, Tenancy Reform
Viktoria Wahle from Stronachs gave a presentation on the tenancy reform and what could be in it for new entrants
Read More >Alan Laidlaw, Look out the Box
Alan Laidlaw, Chief Executive of RHASS gave an thought provoking talk entitled “Look out the Box”
Read More >Andy McGowan, Scottish Pig Producers
Andy McGowan, Chief Executive of the Scottish Pig Producers gave a talk “Ever thought about pigs?”
Read More >Ross & Anna Mitchell, The Berry Business
Ross and Anna Mitchell gave an insight to their fruit farm and farm shop business
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