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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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Covid Calving Contingency Plan
With spring calving taking place (or due to start soon) on farm across the country and with Covid -19 still very much at the forefront of daily life, it’s time…
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New “walk through” guide to help small landowners create woodlands
Scottish Forestry have recently published a guide on ‘Preparing Woodland Creation Applications’ to help land managers prepare a Woodland Creation Grant Application by bringing together various sources of information on…
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Provenance – The Future is Bright post-Brexit
In a landscape where fresh and local is big business, coupled with uncertainties over future trade deals with the EU, the provenance of Scottish food and drink has never been…
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