Hoy has been named as one of six islands which will be supported by the Scottish Government to be carbon neutral in 18 years time.
Hoy: Carbon Neutral by 2040?
“Rise in fuel costs is forcing some ‘boats in Orkney to tie up’ “
Fuel, feed and fertiliser costs are threatening “the very viability of many farms” commented Liam McArthur.
Funding for Orkney’s Fishing Businesses
In a round of funding there were 47 successful Orkney applications from the Sea Fisheries Fund totalling £237,400.
Russian Involvement in Fishing Negotiations would be “an insult to our Ukrainian friends and partners.”
“to allow the Russian Federation to participate, remotely or in person, in such discussions would be an insult to our Ukrainian friends and partners.” Mairi Gougeon MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and Islands
Success of Scottish Salmon
Scottish Salmon is the UK’s biggest food export.
Scotland’s Detector Dogs
A new dog squad has been specially trained to sniff out products of animal origin (PoAO) and prevent them from entering circulation in Scotland.
New Board To Develop Future Farming
The consultation, ‘Agricultural Transition in Scotland: first steps towards our national policy’ is open until 17 November 2021.
Funding Boost for the Scottish Fish Sector
The Scottish Government has announced funding of £1.8million for industry body Seafood Scotland to support increased access to international markets.
Reaction to New Scottish Cabinet
Martin Kennedy President of Scotland’s National Farming Union (NFUS) commented that the appointment of Mairi Gougeon would bring, “a fresh dynamic at a pivotal time for our industry”.
Orkney Islands Council’s ‘Embarrassing’ Old Policy on Marine SPAs
Orkney Greens have voiced their concerns in that two sites in Orkney: Scapa Flow and North Orkney, are not included as Special Protection Area sites in the Scottish Government announcement.
