Farming

Tomintoul breeder dominates Rising Stars Calf Show at Thainstone for the second year running

The Robertson family from Fodderletter, Tomintoul saw a championship win for their February-born Limousin cross bullock.

Limousin cross heifer rules supreme at the Aberdeen Christmas Classic

A Limousin cross heifer from Wilson Peters, Cuilt Farmhouse, Monzie stood overall champion at the Aberdeen Christmas Classic at Thainstone.

Cabinet Secretary calls for EU agricultural funding to be replaced

The Scottish agriculture sector requires future funding certainty due to the long term nature of investment decisions and long lead-in time.

SRUC joins new centre tackling food security and climate change

A new project will develop solutions that increase the productivity of livestock systems in Sub-Saharan Africa

Farmers offered free health ‘MOT’ at the Aberdeen Christmas Classic

Attendees will be given the opportunity to have a check-up, including blood pressure, early diabetes detection and cholesterol testing.

Further support for women and young people in agriculture in Aberdeenshire

The Next Generation and Women in Agriculture Practical Training Funds will provide applicants with £500 to help pay for practical training courses.

Farming Union calls for new food labelling initiative to drive food security and self-sufficiency

NFU Scotland is looking to UK and Scottish Governments for food labelling changes to underpin the nation’s food security.

Quality Meat Scotland regional workshops to offer insight for north-east and Highland levy payers

Levy payers can hear how Quality Meat Scotland will deliver its five-year strategy at events in Dingwall, Inverurie and Thurso.

Farming: Sustainability is at the forefront for young farmers

Agri and Rural Affairs Conference attendees travelled from across Scotland to discuss the theme of sustainability in agriculture.

SRUC’s Veterinary Services recognised with Queen’s Anniversary Prize

Work on improving animal health and welfare through excellence in veterinary services has seen recognition for Scotland’s Rural College.

Farm fire claims on the rise across Scotland

Combine harvesters were the farm vehicles hardest hit by harvest fires, with the number of fires doubling on the previous year.

New School of Veterinary Medicine to be showcased to an international audience

The new Aberdeen based Vet School and the Inverness Rural and Veterinary Innovation Centre will be central to SRUC's display.

Honouring Aberdeenshire's agricultural excellence and good practice

A special celebration of some of the best of north-east agriculture has seen the Royal Northern Agricultural Society awards presented.

Farming: Sector urged to prepare for Pesticide Enforcement Officer visits in Scotland

Enforcement officers will begin an initial phase of farm visits, the next step of the Official Control Regulations which were introduced in 2020.

Farming Union joins Aberdeenshire Council in reminding farmers to remove mud from the region's roads

With local farmers dealing with aftermath of heavy rain and flooding, the issue of mud on roads in Aberdeenshire is being highlighted.

Farming: Agricultural Census results shows a fall in cattle as pig numbers increase

The latest 2023 figures released by the Scottish Government show mixed findings with changes in livestock, arable and vegetable proportions.

Farming

Huntly Mart sees next generation develop their farming skills

Tomintoul breeder dominates Rising Stars Calf Show at Thainstone for the second year running

Tomintoul breeder dominates Rising Stars Calf Show at Thainstone for the second year running

Limousin cross heifer rules supreme at the Aberdeen Christmas Classic

Limousin cross heifer rules supreme at the Aberdeen Christmas Classic

Cabinet Secretary calls for EU agricultural funding to be replaced

Cabinet Secretary calls for EU agricultural funding to be replaced

SRUC joins new centre tackling food security and climate change

SRUC joins new centre tackling food security and climate change

Farmers offered free health ‘MOT’ at the Aberdeen Christmas Classic

Farmers offered free health ‘MOT’ at the Aberdeen Christmas Classic

Further support for women and young people in agriculture in Aberdeenshire

Further support for women and young people in agriculture in Aberdeenshire

Farming Union calls for new food labelling initiative to drive food security and self-sufficiency

Farming Union calls for new food labelling initiative to drive food security and self-sufficiency

Quality Meat Scotland regional workshops to offer insight for north-east and Highland levy payers

Quality Meat Scotland regional workshops to offer insight for north-east and Highland levy payers

Farming: Sustainability is at the forefront for young farmers

Farming: Sustainability is at the forefront for young farmers

SRUC’s Veterinary Services recognised with Queen’s Anniversary Prize

SRUC’s Veterinary Services recognised with Queen’s Anniversary Prize

Farm fire claims on the rise across Scotland

Farm fire claims on the rise across Scotland

New School of Veterinary Medicine to be showcased to an international audience

New School of Veterinary Medicine to be showcased to an international audience

Honouring Aberdeenshire's agricultural excellence and good practice

Honouring Aberdeenshire's agricultural excellence and good practice

Farming: Sector urged to prepare for Pesticide Enforcement Officer visits in Scotland

Farming: Sector urged to prepare for Pesticide Enforcement Officer visits in Scotland

Farming Union joins Aberdeenshire Council in reminding farmers to remove mud from the region's roads

Farming Union joins Aberdeenshire Council in reminding farmers to remove mud from the region's roads

Farming: Agricultural Census results shows a fall in cattle as pig numbers increase

Farming: Agricultural Census results shows a fall in cattle as pig numbers increase

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