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1 day ago · What I’m most proud of from my time at the helm is how AgriScot has continued to evolve. We’ve never been afraid to try something new, whether that’s introducing live sheep demonstrations – like the Te Pari handling system we showcased this year – or expanding the seminar programme to tackle the industry’s most relevant and pressing issues.

Jan 16, 2025 · Get the inside scoop on farming news, tips, and more in this week's issue of The Scottish Farmer. Watch now for all the updates you need!

Jan 26, 2025 · Little to no land work has been completed in the last month except for the past few days when some were able to get much out with ground conditions harder. Winter crops in the area look to have handled the cold snap well and temperatures have turned from -9ºC to 9ºC in the past 48 hours. Fodder ...

Jan 4, 2025 · If the war in Ukraine is halted, Ukrainian grain could once again be shipped across the globe. The Ukrainian agricultural sector has shown remarkable resilience despite an estimated $10.3bn in damages and $83bn in losses caused by Russia’s invasion.

Police issue warning after sheep 'attacked and injured' by dog in Dalry

Sep 2, 2023 · The move comes in the face of repeated criticism the pace of agri policy development is too slow and causing uncertainty in the sector. Twelve reports have been produced that explore some of the options and mechanisms Scottish Government will need to consider whilst developing its upcoming plans for agriculture with a renewed focus on delivering for both industry and for nature.

Jan 4, 2025 · This is no doubt due to tight supplies, due not only to the ever contracting national beef herd, but also global production. Although prices in early 2024 were also pleasing, early summer disappointed with weekly drops for slaughter cattle.

Aug 31, 2024 · So, let’s not rub any more salt into the wounds – and have a bit of a rant about something else instead. Robust and resilient. Now, if this year is showing one thing it’s the fact that our current – and future – crops need to be a good deal more robust and resilient if they’re to continue being a viable proposition in the prevailing economic and, perhaps more importantly ...