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‘Access to land is main barrier for farming new entrants’
Access to land is the main barrier to new entrants to farming, claims a new report.
Pig and poultry sectors told to focus on animal welfare after Brexit
Focusing on the UK’s reputation for excellent animal welfare will help pig and poultry producers respond to the opportunities and challenges created by Brexit, according to sector experts.
‘Royal Wedding-themed fete fever down on the farm’
This month in the farmhouse, we have been in full-on fete mode.
Access to European markets a necessity for UK livestock sector
Livestock leaders of the UK’s farming unions are adamant that the UK Government must adopt a post-Brexit trade policy which prioritises tariff-free, frictionless access to European markets.
Fife farm overlooking Firth of Tay put up for sale
A 523-acre farm which overlooks the Firth of Tay has launched on the market at offers over £3 million.
Scotch trend for 100% Scottish ingredients
While there is no legal requirement to source Scottish grain to produce Scotch whisky, most distilleries look to their homeland first for malting barley.
Martin Birse – taking stock makes business sense
In uncertain times, taking stock can make good business sense.
New bid to tackle livestock worrying
A consultation on new legislation to tackle the growing problem of livestock worrying is being brought forward by a Highlands and Islands MSP.
Sheep industry’s vision to be £1bn powerhouse
An ambitious bid to turn Scotland’s £200million sheep industry into a £1 billion rural powerhouse has been launched by the National Sheep Association (NSA).
Taking it as red with the accent on Scots quality for QMS strategy
Protecting the integrity of the Scotch brand and encouraging more shoppers to opt for Scottish red meat lies at the heart of Quality Meat Scotland’s (QMS) new strategy for the next five years.
Lively trading at Charolais spring show and sale
Perthshire breeder Bill Bruce led the charge at the Charolais spring show and sale at Carlisle.
Spectre of ‘21st Century type clearance’ raised
Failure to provide targeted financial support to farmers and crofters in the Highlands and Islands after Brexit could lead to a modern version of the Highland Clearances.
Politicians urged to offer more protection from badgers
Farmers have urged politicians to change legislation to protect farm animals from badgers.
Warning over vets crisis
Scottish politicians and farm industry leaders have been urged to support an appeal to the Home Office for vets to be placed on the shortage occupation list to safeguard against a post-Brexit crisis of numbers.
Scottish farmers play piggy in middle over CAP fund row
The long-awaited review into Common Agricultural Policy (Cap) convergence uplift funding has been delayed sparking anger at Holyrood.
Scottish Government accused of doing nothing to prepare post-Brexit farm policy
Scottish Government has been accused of doing nothing to prepare for the dawn of a new era of agricultural policy once the UK leaves Europe next year.
Beef farmer Andrew raises the steaks with Wagyu cattle in Scotland’s fields
It’s been described as the Rolls-Royce of beef, with its succulent, fat-marbled steaks commanding as much as £600/kg in the world’s fanciest restaurants.
GALLERY: 12,000gn the top price paid for champion of Limousins at Stirling Bull Sales
Farmers from across Scotland and farther afield gathered for the May Stirling Bull Sales at United Auctions.
Scottish landowners warn England is ahead in developing post-Brexit agricultural policy
Scottish landowners have warned that England is stealing a march on Scotland in developing post-Brexit agricultural policy.
Charity competition in Joe Watson’s memory
A charity stockjudging event in memory of the late Press and Journal farming editor, Joe Watson, is set to take place next week.
Tenants and landlords implored to meet more
Tenants and landlords have been told to make more effort to meet face-to-face on a regular basis.
‘Urgent clarity’ needed on agri-environment funds
The Scottish Government has blamed Westminster for a lack of clarity over the future of agri-environment support after Brexit.
NFU outlines ‘fair’ plan for farmers after Brexit
British farmers and growers should remain the “number one supplier of choice” to UK consumers after Brexit, farming leaders have urged.
Deadline for SAF forms approaching
Crofters and farmers are being urged to prioritise their 2018 Single Application Forms (SAF) forms before the May 15 deadline.
Top price of 6,500gn for Simmentals
Simmentals sold to a top of 6,500gn at Stirling with 38 bulls selling to average £4,253 – back £222 on last year’s sale.
Limousins lead the charge at May Stirling Bull Sales
Limousin bulls led the charge at the May Stirling Bull Sales achieving the top price of 12,000gn at the two-day event.
Top price of 9,200gn paid in Charolais Stirling event
A top price of 9,200gn was paid in the Charolais sale at the Stirling Bull Sales.
Aberdeen-Angus bulls sell to top price of 6,500gn
Aberdeen-Angus bulls sold to a top of 6,500gn and an average of £4,452 was achieved, up £98 on the year, for the 30 sold.
Top price of 35,000gn for Limousin bull at Carlisle
Limousin bulls sold to a top price of 35,000gn at the breed’s spring show and sale at Borderway Mart in Carlisle.
Rosettes for north stockmen at Stirling Bull Sales
Scottish breeders reigned supreme at the Stirling Bull Sales yesterday with the champion rosettes for the Aberdeen-Angus, Charolais and Simmental bulls awarded to stockmen from north of the border.
Young Scots support GM technology
The majority of young Scots are in favour of GM technology, claims a new survey.
UK farm incomes up 41% in 2017
UK farm incomes rose in 2017 thanks to higher prices for wheat, milk and pigs.
