Common Grazings Development – Knock, Point

A Common Approach to Drive Change

Following the successful FAS/Crofting Commission development meetings held across the island in October, we are running a practical development day for Common Grazings.

Topics to be discussed will include;

• land improvement
• infrastructure development opportunities such as
  • Land regeneration
  • Stock handling facilities
  • Village sheds and
  • Agri-Enviroment schemes

Additionally, we will have a site visit to view recent capital investments and improvements by a progressive grazings committee on the island.

Speakers will include:

• Iain Macmillan, SAC Stornoway
• Gywn Jones, Shared Steps for Common Grazings
• Robyn Stewart, Shared Steps for Common Grazings
• Robin Reid, RSPBThis workshop is free but booking is essential for catering purposes (lunch provided).