Events
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…
Islay Women In Agriculture – Let’s Talk Health
This event will provide you with an insight into how best to maximise both soil and animal health on your farm or croft. We will visit Cornabus, a farm rich…
Succession Planning for Crofters – 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…
Ross-shire Crofting Sheep – Clinical Signs, Louping-ill & 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…
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…
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…
North 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 Hosta Hall, on Thursday 22nd October, 7pm start for presentations. Soup and sandwiches…
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