Farming

Farmers in Scotland fear rising dog attacks this Easter

With Easter set to see an increase in visitors to the countryside, NFU Mutual is reminding dog-owners to be extra vigilant.

Ten exhibitors to take part in Quoybrae overwintering competition

The annual Young Farmers' overwintering competition hosted by Aberdeen and Northern Marts will be held at Caithness Livestock Centre on April 1.

Dingwall meet-up hears of farmers' battle against 'serious levels of hopelessness and depression'

"It can make a huge difference to talk to someone in confidence, who is outside the family and yet who understands the pressures of farming."

Dornoch farming couple offer 'lambing experience' over Mother's Day weekend

Rob and Emma Smith, who run Davochfin Farm, are opening the doors of their lambing shed to the public this weekend.

'Big-bodied babe' turns head of judges at Dingwall mart amidst 'ferocious' trade

Dingwall and Highland Marts sold 3156 sheep of all classes after some "ferocious" trade.

New date for AgriScot 2024 agricultural business event

Leading agricultural business event AgriScot is being brought forward by one week this year.

Crofting Federation urges Scottish Government to distribute future funding fairly

The Scottish Crofting Federation (SCF) says it is "unclear" how future splits of the country's agricultural budget will impact crofters.

Farming protests in Scotland? Not at this time, says union president

Union leader Martin Kennedy says he does not envisage protests by farmers in Scotland similar to those in a number of other countries.

Foxes, not badgers, to blame for most lamb deaths on Scottish farms and crofts

Foxes are being blamed for killing lambs on Scottish farms and crofts where there was suspicion over badgers being responsible.

Farmers call for re-think on Westminster's planned immigration crackdown

'We think this is the wrong approach and ignores the essential role that overseas workers play'

ARIANE BURGESS: 'The future of our local food system depends' skilled growers

The Greens MSP says 'I am actively advocating for the establishment of a dedicated degree-level course in horticulture and business skills.'

Crofter numbers in Scotland hit five-year high

New figures from the Crofting Commission show a big increase in new entrants to crofting – with over 500 joining the sector in the year to March 2023.

ShelfWatch survey reveals amount of Scottish produce in supermarkets

Scotland's farming union has revealed statistics showing which supermarkets are stocking the most – and least – amount of Scottish produce.

Farming union NFU Scotland challenges the creation of new National Parks

After a well attended meeting held in Skye, farming union NFU Scotland is to host national a webinar to inform members about the nomination process.

'For Peat’s Sake' – Funding secured for peatland restoration project in Caithness and north Sutherland

Funding has been awarded to help businesses in Caithness and north Sutherland diversify from traditional skills to green skills.

Councillor calls on local authority to use farmers to help clear snow in Sutherland in future

During the recent heavy snowfall some Sutherland residents were stranded at home for five days because the road had not been cleared.

WATCH: Funny moment a greedy pet lamb gets her head stuck in a box at Reiss

A pet lamb at Reiss in Caithness was looking a bit blue one morning after her owner discovered a blue box of feed stuck firmly on her head

Farming

Farmers in Scotland fear rising dog attacks this Easter

Ten exhibitors to take part in Quoybrae overwintering competition

Ten exhibitors to take part in Quoybrae overwintering competition

Dingwall meet-up hears of farmers' battle against 'serious levels of hopelessness and depression'

Dingwall meet-up hears of farmers' battle against 'serious levels of hopelessness and depression'

Dornoch farming couple offer 'lambing experience' over Mother's Day weekend

Dornoch farming couple offer 'lambing experience' over Mother's Day weekend

'Big-bodied babe' turns head of judges at Dingwall mart amidst 'ferocious' trade

'Big-bodied babe' turns head of judges at Dingwall mart amidst 'ferocious' trade

New date for AgriScot 2024 agricultural business event

New date for AgriScot 2024 agricultural business event

Crofting Federation urges Scottish Government to distribute future funding fairly

Crofting Federation urges Scottish Government to distribute future funding fairly

Farming protests in Scotland? Not at this time, says union president

Farming protests in Scotland? Not at this time, says union president

Foxes, not badgers, to blame for most lamb deaths on Scottish farms and crofts

Foxes, not badgers, to blame for most lamb deaths on Scottish farms and crofts

Farmers call for re-think on Westminster's planned immigration crackdown

Farmers call for re-think on Westminster's planned immigration crackdown

ARIANE BURGESS: 'The future of our local food system depends' skilled growers

ARIANE BURGESS: 'The future of our local food system depends' skilled growers

Crofter numbers in Scotland hit five-year high

Crofter numbers in Scotland hit five-year high

ShelfWatch survey reveals amount of Scottish produce in supermarkets

ShelfWatch survey reveals amount of Scottish produce in supermarkets

Farming union NFU Scotland challenges the creation of new National Parks

Farming union NFU Scotland challenges the creation of new National Parks

'For Peat’s Sake' – Funding secured for peatland restoration project in Caithness and north Sutherland

'For Peat’s Sake' – Funding secured for peatland restoration project in Caithness and north Sutherland

Councillor calls on local authority to use farmers to help clear snow in Sutherland in future

Councillor calls on local authority to use farmers to help clear snow in Sutherland in future

WATCH: Funny moment a greedy pet lamb gets her head stuck in a box at Reiss

WATCH: Funny moment a greedy pet lamb gets her head stuck in a box at Reiss

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