Biodiversity
Land Management for Lesser Butterfly Orchid
Lesser Butterfly Orchid (Platanthera bifolia) is a long-lived perennial, flowering from June to July. Its habitat is open heath with damp acidic soils such as moorland and heath. It is…
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Land Management for Juniper
Juniper (Juniperus communis), is an evergreen shrub that tends to grow in colonies. Juniper is a UK Biodiversity Action Plan priority species. It is in decline, and Scotland supports 80%…
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Land Management for Scottish Atlantic Rainforests
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…
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Funding Opportunities for Sustainable Farming
Join this webinar to find out what support is available understand and reduce your businesses carbon emissions.
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Peatlands
In episode three of this Natural Capital Series, we are joined by Dr Emily Taylor to explore the very relevant and important topic of peatlands. Peatlands are a key part…
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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…
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Land Management for the Great Yellow Bumblebee
In this short video Helen Bibby from SAC discusses Great Yellow Bumblebees with John Bowler from RSPB. Filmed on the Isle of Tiree where The Great Yellow Bumblebee is still…
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Land Management for the Great Yellow Bumblebee
Great Yellow Bumble bees are a fast declining National Priority species in Scotland. Click download to read the best management to protect these species and their dependency on the Machairs…
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