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Getting the most out of your soil with PSF and FAS advice
By 2025, at least half of the funding available through the new rural support regime will require farmers and crofters to actively mitigate climate change and support biodiversity. Conducting soil…
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Take part in the Scottish Adder Survey
Amphibian & Reptile Conservation (ARC), NatureScot (formerly SNH), and the Amphibian & Reptile Groups of the UK (ARGUK) are looking for support from farmers, land managers and crofters across Scotland…
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Farm Wildlife Walks: Tackling the Biodiversity Crisis
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Veterinary Declaration Requirements for EU Exports
From the 13th of December 2023, a new veterinary declaration rule is coming into force across the country. The new rule requires farmers to certify that any POAO (Products of…
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Improve Your Livestock Welfare & Management With ILMPs
Recognising the vital importance of keeping livestock in prime health while optimising farm practices, the Scottish Government, through the Farm Advisory Service (FAS), is extending a hand to farmers and…
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Legumes in rotations, benefits for the environment and your budget
Introducing legume crops into rotations on your farm or croft has multiple benefits and can positively impact your budget and the environment. Legume crops fix nitrogen from the atmosphere and…
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Managing change and uncertainty
Working in agriculture can be very rewarding, but it can be physically and emotionally demanding on you and your family. During times of change and uncertainty, whether personal, professional, or…
Read More >Lucky Ewe Founder Joan Brown receives Points of Light Award
Congratulations to Joan Brown, the founder of Lucky Ewe, for receiving the prestigious Points of Light award from the Prime Minister. The Points of Light award is a cross-party initiative…
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Rounding Up The Fifth Arable Scotland
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Investing in data for nature-based projects
This case study video from SRUC’s Thriving Natural Capital Centre explains why it is useful to invest in data collection to establish baselines, and prove changes through time. The Lauriston…
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