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Soil health benefits of balanced nutrients | The Scottish Farmer
WEB9 hours ago · In addition to improving soil structure and moisture retention, they reduce erosion and enhance biodiversity. The use of cover crops in Scotland has risen dramatically, but their suitability depends on soil type, weather, and crop rotation. Organic manures: a valuable resource. Farmyard manure and alternative organic sources, such as …
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Scotland’s beef cow numbers fall by 8,400 | The Scottish Farmer
WEB1 day ago · MORE NEWS | Beef industry experts react to news of beef suckler decline MORE NEWS | Farming giant Sir John Campbell passes away Last year alone, 1200 cows disappeared from the north-east of Scotland, and Nairnshire lost 20% of their beef herd. Whilst Scotland’s flagship beef industry laments the declining numbers of cows, the independent body set up by the UK Government to advise on hitting ...
Scotland's wettest summer: farming challenges and future risks
WEB1 day ago · Consequently, beef cattle and sheep numbers across Britain continue to fall as farmers vote with their feet, reducing numbers and causing supply to tighten. And that isn’t going to change any time soon. Scotland faces unprecedented rainfall and farming struggles. Explore how the wettest summer impacts agriculture and what it …
Wheat prices looking strong according to new figures
WEB18 hours ago · Wheat prices are strong. The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board has confirmed that wheat prices are being supported in the market at the present time, however, this may be only a short-term trend. Concerns over production in the European Union (EU), coupled with production cuts in …
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Scottish farming plans 2025: full of promises, short on facts
WEBSep 12, 2024 · Peatland in Scotland: Caught between conservation and bureaucracy. The Scottish Government (or Riaghaltus na h-Alba) sent us farmers a letter in July about Support in 2025. Long on pious intent and verbiage – short on facts. A rather muddled and ramshackle effort in truth. There is lots about farming peatland and how it …
Scottish Government unveils new policies impacting agriculture
WEBApr 19, 2024 · The Scottish Government’s suite of new policies have been announced at Holyrood in full. Tier 2 of the agriculture future support framework will be important for delivering outcomes for climate and nature. Following the First Minister’s announcement in February that the funding for Tiers 1 and 2 will constitute at least 70% of the overall ...
The premier event uniting farmers, experts, and enthusiasts
WEBNov 21, 2023 · AgriScot stands as a beacon of excellence in the realm of Scottish agriculture, serving as a premier event that brings together farmers, industry experts, and enthusiasts to celebrate and promote the advancements in the agricultural sector. Over the years, AgriScot has evolved into a vital platform for …