Video Publications
A Guide to Calving Heifers
Age at first calving can have a large impact on the profitability of suckler herds, mainly due to the increase in management costs as the age at first calving increases.…
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FAS Problem Solver Video Guide
Find online resources in 3 clicks to help you solve your problem today with the new easy to use search function https://www.fas.scot/problem-solver/
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Purchasing Farm Software – What to Consider
Farm software can be a useful tool to help you stay compliant with regulations, to help keep track of inputs and outputs, and when combined with practical knowledge, good data…
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Buying a Farm as a New Entrant – Case Study Featuring Bruce & Gemma McWilliam
Thinking of buying a farm as a new entrant? Gemma & Bruce McWilliam bought Nether Backieley, Aberchirder in Aberdeenshire in 2019 after viewing 10 other farms and in this short…
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Battery Storage – Farm Energy Future Solutions
Developing a battery storage site on your land could bring several benefits to your business. The Farm Advisory Service talked to West Fife farmer Rabbie Brewster about how he has…
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Indoor Lambing Management
As lambing time approaches, we tackle key challenges in this timely video, where we address colostrum, hygiene, iodine supply and reducing antibiotics at lambing time. Related FAS Resources Planning…
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Silage Clinic – Key Messages
Making quality silage – what are the key influencing factors? Tips for making quality silage and minimising nutritional losses were discussed at a recent FAS event at the James Hutton…
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Getting Started in Crofting as a New Entrant – Case Study featuring Ian Angus MacLeod
Third generation crofter Ian Angus Macleod started crofting in his own right after inheriting a 4.5 ha land locked croft from a neighbour on the Isle of Harris. Here he…
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Case Study: Isle of Mull Cheese
Isle of Mull Cheese is a traditional farming business adding value to milk by making artisan cheese. Chris and Jeff Reade were first generation farmers in Somerset before moving to…
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Preparing for Calving and Maximising Live Calves
As calving time approaches, we address how to maximise live calves through management and record keeping in this short video. Highlighting the gold, silver and bronze of KPI records, looking…
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