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Herbal leys – what to consider in selecting a mix
There has been increasing interest in the use of herbal leys (also known as multi-species swards) for livestock farmers over the last few years. Summer drought conditions appear to be…
Read More >Livestock Records Software
A software package for livestock records can be useful for both ensuring you are compliant with regulations but also to help with performance recording of livestock. However, there is so…
Read More >Calving Heifers at 3 Case Study
Billy Graham, Craigdarroch Farm The Graham family have farmed at Craigdarroch Farm on the outskirts of Sanquhar since 2000. Craigdarroch is a hill farm comprising 3,500 acres and rising to…
Read More >Calving Heifers at 2.5 Case Study
Stewart Stronach, Berryleys Stewart Stronach farms at Berryleys, a 303 ha (750 acre) mixed livestock and arable farming business on the outskirts of Keith, Banffshire in partnership with his parents…
Read More >Calving Heifers at 2 Case Study
Tom Hopkinson, Lindertis Farms Lindertis Farm is a 800 ha mixed livestock and arable farming business based just outside of Kirriemuir, Angus. The farm runs 160 breeding cows. with 60…
Read More >Organics in Scotland Video Series
Whether you’re considering conversion to organic farming or you’re looking at introducing a different enterprise on your organic farm, the videos in this series look at three different organic farming…
Read More >Scottish Farm Business Survey – Good Technical Efficiency Pays
Every year, the Scottish Farm Business Survey (SFBS) produces National Group Average Datasets for you to benchmark your farm business. This allows you to investigate the financial strengths and weaknesses…
Read More >Do you have gaps in your National Insurance record? – Check before 31 July 2023
State Pension & National Insurance Rule Changes Your New State Pension will be based on your National Insurance record when you reach State Pension age. To be eligible for any new…
Read More >A Quick Start Guide to all Things Biodiversity
Are you looking to understand more about biodiversity and how you can help wildlife and pollinating insects on your farm thrive? Then here is a summary of some great FAS…
Read More >Universal Credit
Universal credit is being withdrawn for many but you may still be eligible. This article provides information to raise awareness of how to identify what support you may be eligible…
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