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COP26 – What’s the big deal?

The 26th United Nations Conference of the Parties on climate change or COP26 is coming to Glasgow in November. This event is the largest global conference this year and leaders…

Emergency Authorisation Approval to use Asulam for Bracken Control in 2021

Following the ending of the approval to use Asulam for bracken control on 31 December 2012, temporary annual arrangements have been put in place to allow the use of Asulam…

Grant funding to help Scottish agri businesses reduce emissions and improve sustainability

According to the Scottish Government’s 2018-2032 Climate Change Plan, approximately 73% of Scotland’s land area is designated as agricultural[1]. This means Scottish farming businesses have a vital and important role…

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…

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…

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…

A small orange digger at work in a grassland field to clear vegetation and sediment from a boundary ditch which is adjacent to a well established hedge.

Ditching and draining for profit and flood prevention

Well managed watercourses and margins through arable or grassland fields bring a wealth of benefits to the farm. Careful management not only improves biodiversity and water quality but can increase farm business resilience from flooding and damage during wet weather. With increased rainfall and longer, and wetter periods predicted as a result of climate change, farmers and land managers need to work to minimise the effects on their land and business.