By Alec Ross I’m just back from the Highland Show. I don’t know how or who decides these things, but after the attempted Union Jack rebrand of black pudding and whisky last […]
Scottish Farming & Food Production Working Group Looks to the Future for the Industry
The Scottish Government has announced a working group on farming and food production.
Support for Women Farmers & Crofters
“I am pleased to announce the launch of three pilot training programmes aimed at empowering women to be the best they can be”
The Future for Farming and Fishing in Orkney
Orkney has seen industries come and industries go. Throughout all of this boom and bust the two sectors which have remained constant are farming and fishing.
An open letter to the FM of Scotland
“there comes a point when we have to stop asking permission”
Threat to Farming Highlighted by SNP in EU Election Campaign
“A vote for the SNP is a vote to make clear Scotland says No to Brexit and to protect Scottish farming.”
Payments For Less Favoured Area Status Being Made
“We are working hard to provide as much certainty to support farmers and crofters as we can. This money will provide a welcome cash injection to businesses and the wider rural economy. “
CAP funding of £300million on its way to Scottish Farmers
“I can confirm that the first tranche of 2018 Basic Payment, Greening and Young Farmer payments has now begun.”
Tariffs and Border Checks on Goods After Brexit
Not only is this chaotic situation worrying for citizens but it is calamitous for business as the uncertainty makes preparing for Brexit almost impossible.
Olive Farming : Rooted in Time and Tradition
‘Olive farming is about heritage, it’s not just about money. We inherit this land from our parents and we give it to our children.’ Belal Eid, Jorat Amra Cooperative