Pigs
QMS Standards Update
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has recently updated their Pig Assurance Scheme with the changes effective from 1st May 2023. Standards are reviewed every second year to meet the changing needs…
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Agribusiness News March 2023
Welcome to the March edition of Agribusiness News. If you prefer to download this document click the download button. N e w s i n b r i e…
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Agribusiness News December 2022
Welcome to the December edition of Agribusiness News. If you prefer to download this document click the download button. News in brief COP27 spotlights on food & energy security…
Read More > How To Optimise Energy Use Within Your Pig Enterprise
After feed, energy is one of the major costs for pig producers in Scotland. This has been exacerbated in recent months as electricity prices have increased dramatically. If you are…
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Farm Management Handbook 2022/23
The 43rd edition of the Farm Management Handbook is an essential tool for any progressive farm business, providing a comprehensive and up-to-date source of information for farmers, crofters, rural professionals,…
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Large Or Small – Why Every Pig Keeper Has A Big Role To Play In Keeping Disease Out
The recent suspected case of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in Norfolk has served as a timely reminder to pig producers large and small to maintain strict biosecurity protocols, and…
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Stock Talk – Pig Market Update (June 2022)
In this podcast we hear from SAC Consultant George Chalmers, who will discuss current issues, opportunities and options for pig producers. George’s consultancy work includes technical advice on livestock, nutrient…
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Royal Highland Show
The Royal Highland Show is an annual event, showcasing the best of food, farming and rural life at Ingliston in Edinburgh.
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Preparing for sustainable farming
Helping to futureproof farms. Farmers, crofters and land managers now have access to new guidance on financial support for activity that will improve awareness of their climate performance. The first…
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