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.
Ayrshire WIA – Farming in Bute
Time: 8:45 am
Our first Ayrshire Women in Agriculture meeting this year will be a day trip to the Isle of Bute. This event aims to showcase some excellent farms on the island and discuss how they run their systems.
Organic Ideas to Benefit Conventional Farms – Aberdeenshire
Time: 12:00 pm
Farms across Scotland are facing growing pressure from rising input costs, market volatility, changing support schemes and increasingly unpredictable weather. As a result, many farmers are looking for practical ways…
Assynt Young Farmer – Soil Health & Fertiliser
Time: 7:00 pm
Join our interactive session to learn about the different soil types, the main plant nutrients and what this means for grass growth.
North East Organics – Farm Walk & Talk Wester Manbeen Dairy
Time: 2:00 pm
Come along for a visit to Wester Manbeen Farm, where we’ll take a tour of their organic dairy system. Discover how the Hendry family are embracing technology to enhance efficiency across their dairy.
Getting Ready for Muirburn Licensing
Time: 7:30 pmThis evening webinar will cover: Introduction of The Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Act 2024 Changes to muirburn rules and need for licences Introduction to the online peatland map Training…
Summer Study Tour – For Crofters
Time: 7:00 pmPlease note: This is a multi-day event running from Sunday 12th – Wednesday 15th July. Attendees will be expected to attend all three days. Study tour to the commons of North Yorkshire and the Lake District for Clerks, Committee Members and Crofters of Common Grazings, providing an opportunity to learn how others are addressing similar challenges on their grazings, share experiences, and discuss potential solutions.
Women in Agriculture Aberdeenshire
Time: 11:30 am
Join us for a fantastic trip around Farm Stop, where you’ll enjoy an interactive farm tour with plenty of hands-on opportunities to get up close with the animals. Discover how the farm has successfully diversified its business and gain inspiration from their innovative approach.
Farm Wildlife Walk – Scottish Borders
Time: 9:30 am
oin us at Inchkeith near Oxton to see how the Wilkinson family are managing their farm for wildlife whilst still maintaining profitability.
Beef Calving Efficiency Roadshow – Inverness
Time: 10:00 am
Boosting herd fertility and achieving a tighter calving interval can have a major impact on the productivity and profitability of your suckler herd. With the new SSBSS requirement for a…
Make every dose count: Sustainable Parasite Control
Time: 10:30 am
We will discuss practical strategies for sustainable parasite control and protect the long-term effectiveness of wormers and optimise lamb growth rates. Matthew Colston from Elanco will speak about fluke and worming approaches that improve sheep health while reducing parasite resistance and which anthelmintic group to use when. Perry Parkinson will talk about Fecpak and how it works. Also, SRUC Veterinary Investigation Officer Megan Fergusson will speak about ticks and sheep scab and how best to treat these.
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