“What my family used to call ‘saving the hay’…”
Sector Warned Of Threat To Family Run Farms
“The family farm is most at risk from non-favourable trade terms, and is often overlooked by retailers who want to buy in bulk from bigger producers. “
Kirbuster Farm Museum Re-Opens
Kirbuster Farm Museum has re-opened but with limitations due to public health measures to limit the spread of Covid19.
Groundworks – Healthy Soil
“Soil is our greatest asset and we need to get the basics right before we go high tech.”Douglas Ruxton
Keeping Connected Key to Success of Orkney Auction Mart
“The support of local customers for our mart is never underestimated and has been particularly appreciated during this time.”
Using New Tech To Improve Seed Potato Crop
“The flow of new technology into agriculture is exciting but we need to assure farmers that it will meet their needs.”
Livestock Attacks By Dogs : Have Your Say
““Emma Harper believes the current law in relation to livestock worrying is out of date and that tougher enforcement powers and penalties are needed to act as a deterrent. “
Settled Will
This is no longer just a question of yes and no. It is, rather, a question of whether we want a fully functioning, vibrant Scottish democracy with every available power – or direct rule from a political culture at odds with our worldview, democratic culture, aspirations, health and economic wellbeing.
Improving Tractor Safety: Download the App
Incidents around operating heavy machinery is a key risk area within agriculture with 17 farmers and two farming children killed last year.
Diversity, Racism and Inclusion in the Agriculture Sector
“Many people feel you have to conform to a stereotype in order to fit into agriculture, this really isn’t true.” Matt Naylor