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Planning for crops without the use of chlorothalonil
The final use up date for the multisite fungicide chlorothalonil is the 20th May after which point is can neither be used or stored. The best way to use up…
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Virus management in seed potatoes
The 6 Steps to Effective Virus Management The virus health of Scottish seed potatoes is a unique selling point in GB and around the world. However, the amount of virus…
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Scotland’s Farm Advisory Service – still open for business for Scottish farmers and crofters
The impact Covid-19 is having worldwide is unprecedented. These are indeed very strange and uncertain times for both businesses and people on a human level, but the team here at…
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Adapting summer plans: grazing ideas
Some may find themselves with more stock over the summer as a result of Covid-19 and interference with stock sales. This will put greater onus on grass utilisation to increase…
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Crofting delivers important social, economic and biodiversity value say Highland and Islands’ SAC Consultants
Scotland’s crofting community has spoken out about the social, economic and biodiversity value of small-scale, and almost invariably part-time, way of life to Scotland’s Highlands and Islands. Crofts can range…
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A Foolproof Lambing System
Following the social distancing and hygiene measures from the government is highly important for those currently amid, or about to start, lambing – the last thing you want is a…
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Making more forage this year
With contingency planning and system changes possible, some might want to hone the mind on making more forage to increase stocking capacity and stock performance this year. This article summarises…
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Coronavirus (Scotland) Bill – Muirburn
You may have seen recent reports of the banning of muirburn as part of the recent cornoavirus bill which has now passed through the Scottish Parliament (Burning moorlands banned in…
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Impact of COVID-19 on the Dairy Sector
The impact of COVID-19 on the dairy sector is unprecedented. While the retail demand for milk and dairy products increased with panic buying and retailers restricting purchases, the demand has…
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Good Drainage is Key to Better Soil Health
Ensuring that your drainage system is working is a key element in maintaining soil health. Drainage systems have a limited lifespan and need annual assessment, maintenance and investment to ensure…
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