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Farm Ponds and Wetlands: Practical Benefits for Land, Water and Wildlife
Farm ponds and wetlands can offer practical benefits for farmers and crofters, supporting biodiversity while improving how water is managed on the farm. Well-designed and maintained ponds and wetlands can…
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SNSS Future Landscape Conference 2026
Future Landscape Conference to explore collaborative solutions for resilient rural landscapes Researchers, land managers, students and community members from across Scotland’s rural industries will come together this autumn to explore…
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Impactful Weather and Multi-Hazard Events: Lived Experiences From Rural Scotland
A current PhD project at the University of Strathclyde is exploring how climate information can support adaptation and resilience planning across rural Scotland. As part of this work, feedback is…
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Funding to Improve Soil Health
Healthy soils are fundamental to resilient and sustainable farming and crofting businesses. Improving soil health can increase nutrient cycling, enhance soil structure, improve water infiltration and retention, and support healthy…
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Bluetongue Arrives in Scotland – What You Need to Know
You will no doubt be aware of the ongoing bluetongue (BTV) situation in England, particularly in the South West, and of the recently confirmed case in Scotland. The number of…
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Summer Drought and Heat Stress
Summer 2026 has once again highlighted the challenges of drought and heat stress for Scotland’s farmers and crofters. Prolonged dry periods can reduce grass growth, impact crop yields, limit water…
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Specialist Advice Support for Organic Farming
Organic farming offers a practical way to build a more resilient and sustainable farming business, while improving soil health, enhancing biodiversity and reducing reliance on purchased inputs. Whether you are…
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Spring Barley – Harvest 2026 Prospects
Spring barley crops enter the final month before harvest, facing one of the most significant shifts in market fundamentals seen for several years. After a prolonged period of oversupply, Scottish and UK growers have…
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El Niño – Why a Pacific Weather Pattern Matters to UK Grain Markets
As harvest approaches, grain market analysts are once again paying close attention to developments in the Pacific Ocean. The reason is El Niño, a naturally occurring weather pattern that, despite originating…
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Tup Vasectomies – It’s Teaser Time
Now is the time to start preparing for the upcoming breeding season, which includes planning tup vasectomies. Teaser tups (a vasectomised tup that although may still produce sperm, cannot ejaculate it) are a useful…
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