Publications

Interview with John Matheson, owner of a 300-acre, 10 year limited duration tenancy farm based in Aberdeenshire. John has over 20+ years experience in farm management and currently specialises in…

In this webinar, we heard first hand from Allan Cameron, who runs a large farming operation in Argentina. Allan is an Argentinian who can trace his roots quickly back to…

Farming is a high pressure industry and while the lifestyle is great, at times of great uncertainty it is easy to become overwhelmed. With the challenges of Brexit and now…

Fodder beet as a crop to overwinter livestock, has grown in popularity over Scotland the last number of years. But, unlike a traditional brassica, this crop requires careful management for…

Daniel Stout of SAC Consulting speaks with Harriert Wishart from SRUC’s Kirkton farm about the different EID and data recording technology now available and how they can be implemented on…

Could using a drone on farm save you money and reduce your labour costs?  Could it improve animal welfare?

Malcolm Macdonald speaks to SAC beef consultants Robert Ramsay and Sarah Balfour about managing straw supplies this winter. With straw availability varying across the country this podcast discusses how farmers…

Winter brings with it a wealth of hazards and health issues in cattle and sheep which can all negatively impact on livestock performance and profitability. As cattle move indoors and…

Responsible use of antibiotics should be at the forefront of all our minds – should I use antibiotics?  What antibiotic should I use?  Are other treatments more appropriate?  This guide, along with discussion with your vet should assist with key decisions surrounding antibiotic use.