News
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Specialist advice: an essential component to farm resilience planning
Farmers and crofters can access funding to commission an expert review of their business strengths & weaknesses, and develop a resilience action... Read more -
Farmers using technology to assure customers' oats are gluten free
Six farmers are working with SAC Consulting and a data company to develop distributed ledger, or blockchain, technology. Read more -
School redevelopment in Kirkcudbright gets underway
This exciting project to convert an empty and unused building will include a new Dark Skies Visitor Centre. Read more -
Rural Jobs Round Up: September 2019
Find out about some current rural development jobs and vacancies in rural areas. Read more -
New Farmers Resource Management guide
The University of Aberdeen have published a new A6 pocket guide to farmer safety critical non-technical skills. Read more -
Buffalo Farm launches crowdfunder campaign
Farm aims to become Scotland's first producer of buffalo mozzarella with help of crowdfunding campaign. Read more -
LEADER funding for Rural Youth Project
The Rural Youth Project has been awarded funding from five LEADER Local Action Groups across Scotland. Read more -
New programme to help businesses develop digitally
A new online programme from GrowBiz will help businesses develop their online presence and make the most of digital opportunities. Read more -
Native oyster season kicks off
Native oysters will be gathered at Loch Ryan ahead of the Stranraer Oyster Festival taking place from 13-15 September. Read more -
Young Brechin rugby fan to represent Scotland as mascot for Murrayfield match
This Friday will be a big day for Brechin’s Kaylagh Tough as she steps out on the hallowed turf at Murrayfield. Read more