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Branching Out

17 August 2023

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THRILL OF THE HILL | Agroforestry is an increasingly popular prospect for many in Scotland and across the UK, allowing farmers and crofters the opportunity to increase carbon sequestration, nature…

Farm Woodland News (FWN40) Summer 2023

5 July 2023

Click here to read the latest edition of Farm Woodland News.  Articles in this edition include: The Benefits of Silvopasture Addressing Decline in Planting Requesting a Woodland Advisor Visit in…

Farm Woodland News (FWN39) Spring 2023

Use the link above to download the latest Farm Woodland News, or click through the individual chapters below.   Articles in this edition include: Editorial Maximising the benefits of riparian woodlands…

close up of tree in rainforest

Land Management for Scotland’s Rainforest

16 January 2023

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Scotland’s rainforest, an Atlantic rainforest, is identified as being under threat and in decline. In this video Helen Bibby from SAC Consulting and Stan Phillips from NatureScot outline what makes…

Woodland walk - bridge through a wood

Farm Wildlife Walks – Southwest

20 December 2022

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For farmers and those working within the rural economy, understanding a farm’s natural capital assets and knowing how to manage them appropriately is becoming increasingly important as Scotland develops strategies…

Land Management for Scottish Atlantic Rainforests

7 November 2022

Scotland’s rainforest, an Atlantic rainforest, is identified as being under threat and in decline. This practical guide outlines what makes up Scotland’s rainforest, its biodiversity, and what can be done…

Thrill of the Hill – Natural Capital

14 October 2022

Thrill of the Hill is back! Season 3 #6 – Understanding Natural Capital. In this episode we hear from SAC Consulting’s Rachel Smillie & Paul Chapman as we get to…

The Farm Management Handbook 2022/23

Farm Management Handbook 2022/23

The 44th edition Farm Management Handbook 2023/24 is out now! The 43rd edition of the Farm Management Handbook is an essential tool for any progressive farm business, providing a comprehensive…

Scotland’s Rainforests

13 September 2022

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In episode two of this Natural Capital Series we discuss and raise the awareness about Scotland’s Rainforests.  What are Scotland’s rainforests, why are they special, what are the threats and…

Thrill of the Hill – Talking Timber

Thrill of the Hill is back! Season 3 #1 – Talking Timber. In this episode we hear from SAC Woodland Specialist Ben Law about the current state of play in…



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