Publications

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…

This week the Rural Roundup is bringing you the latest in our series of six diversified farm businesses across Scotland, asking them about their journeys, the conversations they had along…

Common Grazings that have committees in place are able to access so much more, such as grants and funding, to enable installations of facilities, as well as income for shareholders. …

Tha Dòmhnaill MacGilleEathain, a Talamh Choiteachainn Bhuirgh, a  mìneachadh nam buannachdan a tha an comataidh aca air fhaighinn ann am Bearnaraigh na Hearadh.  

Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. Happy New Year and a Happy Burns Night from all of us at the Farm Advisory Service! This show is produced in association with…

Mary-Jane Lawrie talks to Richard and Fiona Lamb of Fordhead Farm, Kippen, about how they have diversified their farming business and how they have adapted to the many challenges that…

Although crofting and farming may feel like they have unique problems – many of them stem from the human condition that faces people in all walks of life and business.…

We just want to clarify that the AECS Capital, Sustainable Agriculture Grant Scheme (SACGS) and PSF Carbon Audit/Soil Analysis claim deadlines are the 28th February 2023. If you have AECS…

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…

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…