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Access the Highly Rated Government-Funded Mentoring Programme
If you’ve launched or taken charge of a farming or crofting enterprise within the last five years, the Farm Advisory Service offers up to four days of fully funded, one-to-one…
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Free Expert Support for Farmers and Crofters
Running a farm or croft comes with daily challenges—and the Farm Advisory Service (FAS) is here to help. Through its free advice line, FAS offers up to 30 minutes of…
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AECS to Open for Applications in Early 2026
It has been confirmed that there will be a 2026 round of the Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (AECS) and the scheme will open for applications in early 2026. Detail on the…
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Muirburn Licence Scheme Changes
It has recently been confirmed that the implementation of the licence scheme will be delayed until Autumn 2026. It was previously expected that by 1st January 2026, it would be…
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Farm Biodiversity Scotland App
NatureScot is developing and testing a simple and easy to use farm biodiversity audit and planning process, which could be completed by any farmer or crofter using a digital tool.…
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Mentoring in Autumn
As autumn sets in over Scotland, farming and crofting activity shifts in preparation for the colder months, Calving begins, machinery is out working the land to prepare soil for next…
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Increased Acorn Toxicity Risk To Livestock
Oak trees have produced many more acorns this year and there have been reports of acorn toxicity cases this autumn. Acorns can be attractive to livestock after a period of…
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What New Entrants are Saying About the FAS Mentoring Grant
Have you started or taken over a farming or crofting enterprise within the past five years? You may be eligible for fully funded mentoring through the Farm Advisory Service. This…
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Funding Available for Future, New and Established Organic Farmers
As environmental pressures mount and public awareness grows, more farmers and crofters are exploring ways to work in harmony with nature. Organic farming offers a proven path forward—one that prioritises…
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Funding for Water Resilience and Climate Adaptation on Farms
As experienced by many Scottish farmers and crofters this year, climate change is driving warmer and drier summers. Ensuring reliable water access will require farmers and crofters to adopt forward-looking…
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