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Get a helping hand to kick start your farming or crofting business
Setting up a farming or crofting business comes with its challenges. Not only do you need a well-designed business plan, you will also need to have good knowledge of agriculture…
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How woodland creation could help protect the future of your dairy business
Have you ever thought about the knock-on effects of climate change and what it means for your farm or croft? Long-term changes in the weather bring more droughts and floods,…
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Benchmarking boost for profits
A free online resource could help farms to boost profits as well as build a more sustainable business. Created by the Farm Advisory Service, the Whole Farm Benchmarks Tool allows…
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Managing slurry, for folks in a hurry
Join SAC Consulting in partnership with Farming & Water Scotland for a practical and informative programme of webinars highlighting ways to make best use of storage, options for funding, getting…
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Introducing FAS TV
A new agricultural show which recreates traditional on-farm visits is being launched by the Farm Advisory Service (FAS). FAS TV is a fortnightly show designed for farmers and crofters to…
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How a carbon audit can help your farming business stay competitive
As part of its 2018-2032 Climate Change Plan, the Scottish Government has committed to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across Scotland by 75% by 2030. Reducing GHG emissions in the…
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The Spring Budget 2021 – Key Implications for Farmers
The chancellor’s budget had relatively few surprises in the end. There had been concerns that there could be significant changes to the Capital Gains Tax regime – one of the…
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Optimise the ability of your farming business to align with evolving Scottish agri policy
Optimising land use is a key priority set out in the Scottish Government’s Update to the Climate Change Plan 2018 – 2032. The goal is to move beyond just farming…
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Scottish Government lifts restrictions on succession planning funding
As the saying goes – tomorrow is not promised. As such, it is important to plan ahead to make sure you get to where you want to be. Whether you’re…
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Easier access to mediation for farming disputes thanks to new scheme
The Tenant Farming Commissioner has launched a new scheme to promote mediation as an alternative to litigation, to resolve disputes between landlords and tenants in the agricultural sector. Designed to make…
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