Events
The Scottish Farm Advisory Service runs a range of free events, both online and in-person.
Our events are a great way to pick up free advice and guidance, and also give you the opportunity to meet other people from across the agricultural community to share ideas and network. If the event is a webinar then you’re attending as a viewer only but if it’s a meeting then the video conference software we use means that, should you want to, you can switch your camera on and interact with other attendees.
Integrating Trees Network: Walking and Talking Trees with Matt Griffin – Neidpath Farms
Time: 1:00 pm
Join ITN at Edston Farm, part of the 858 ha Neidpath Farms, where farm manager Matt Griffin is taking a practical, whole-farm approach to building a more resilient and efficient…
Young Farmers Roadshow Orkney – Cattle Overwintering Competition Workshop
Time: 6:30 pm
Join us at Standing Stones Hotel, Stenness for a workshop on the Young Farmers Cattle Overwintering Competition. Graham Low, Orkney Auction Mart, will provide an overview of the competition, covering…
The Scottish Smallholding & Countryside Festival 2026
Time: 9:00 am
Join on the 17 October 2026 at the Royal Highland Centre for a rebranded, expanded celebration of rural life. Experience the feel of a “national local show” across three massive…
Integrating Trees Network: Walking and Talking Trees with Fran and Mark of Reidchalmai Croft
Join ITN as they visit Fran Lockhart and Mark Foxwell at their 46ha croft in Sutherland, who will share their experience of managing upland ancient woodland using cattle fitted with…
Biodiversity Audit Workshop – Selkirkshire
In 2028 the ‘Whole Farm Plan’ will come into full effect. Every business receiving Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) will have to complete a Biodiversity Plan for their holding. There are…
Whole Farm Plan for Crofters – Skye
Time: 5:00 pm
If your agricultural business claims the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS), the Whole Farm Plan (WFP) is an important requirement that you need to understand. Join us for soup and sandwiches…
Succession Planning for Crofters Shetland Outer Islands – Handing on your Croft
Time: 6:00 pm
Know your options & plan for the future Whether you are a crofter looking to retire, need to write a crofting will, or you are part of the next generation…
Fluke and Scab – Prevention and Control
Join us for an evening with Phillip Skuce and Gillian Mitchell from the Moredun Research Institute to explore issues relating to both fluke and sheep scab. The meeting will be…
Ticks and Tickborne Diseases: Threats, Telltale Signs & Control Considerations
Time: 7:00 pm
Across Scotland, tickborne diseases are being reported in areas where they have never previously been seen. Changes in climate and land use are creating new challenges for livestock keepers, and…
South Uist Fluke and Healthy Peatlands: Benefits for your Croft or Common Grazing
Time: 6:30 pm
Come along to this FAS meeting focusing on fluke and the benefits of healthy peatlands for crofters and livestock at Borrodale Hotel, on Wednesday 21st October, 7pm start for presentations. Soup and sandwiches…
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