Crofts & Small Farms
The Benefits of a Common Grazing Committee
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. …
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Ag obair air talamh choitcheann
Tha Dòmhnaill MacGilleEathain, a Talamh Choiteachainn Bhuirgh, a mìneachadh nam buannachdan a tha an comataidh aca air fhaighinn ann am Bearnaraigh na Hearadh.
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Rural Roundup – 25th January
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…
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Richard and Fiona Lamb – Try, Diversify, Try Again
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…
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Reading With Agricultural Eyes – Who Moved My Cheese?
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.…
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Rural Roundup -14th December
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…
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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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