2022 Publications
Planning To Grow Cereals 2023
Planning to Grow Cereals 2023 – Webinar A brief update on crop trials from 2022 carried out by Neil Havis and his team of SRUC crop researchers, along with an…
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Optimise your Nutrient Management with Precision Manure Spreading Technology
The utilisation of precision farming technology is critical for farm businesses looking to cut fertiliser costs. The application of solid and organic manures can reduce bagged fertiliser inputs. Accurately spreading…
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Geotagging Photographs for SACGS
Part of the supporting documentation for claiming back your items through the Sustainable Agricultural Capital Grant Scheme requires you to upload “Geotagged” photographs. Watch this short video to show you…
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What is the Link Between Animal Health Planning and Bat Populations?
Health Planning is important for Animal Welfare. However, it can also benefit wildlife such as bats. Download this document to find out how and to inspire your next discussion with…
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The Benefits of Working with Wildlife Experts for your Farm or Croft
Learn more about a project where crofters and farmers in Skye are working with the Bat Conservation Trust. Together we are learning more about bats on crofts and the island…
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Getting Started with a Computer
With more and more farming tasks moving digital, you might be looking to upgrade your computer equipment and wondering about the different options or maybe you need to purchase your…
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New Entrants – Getting Started with Rotational Grazing
Rotational grazing increases the grass ultilisation on farm and leads to greater production of meat, milk, and wool per hectare, while also reducing feed and fertiliser requirements. In this video…
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New Entrants – Preparing for Winter Housing
In this short video SRUC VIO Megan Fergusson gives an overview of what you should be doing to prepare for housing and highlights the common health conditions including pneumonia that…
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Whitriggs – An Introduction
Stuart Mitchell farms Whitriggs Farm, Hawick with his wife and parents. It is a mixed organic farm in the Borders. In 2016 he replaced his ewe flock with deer which…
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