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Learning lessons from Japan for Scotland’s islands

An international collaborative study comparing approaches to island depopulation in Scotland and Japan has identified several important lessons which could shape future policy and funding initiatives in this country.…

SRUC
26/09/2022

‘Unprecedented’ demand for student bursaries

More than 20 mature students have been awarded bursaries worth a total of £20,000 to study at SRUC this year.…

SRUC
23/09/2022

Fields of opportunity for Scottish agricultural apprentices

Twelve apprentices have started a bespoke agricultural engineering course using the latest AGCO products as part of a new partnership between the global agricultural machinery giant and SRUC.…

SRUC
22/09/2022

Understanding the diversification opportunity

What does diversification do for farming businesses? It can mean different things.…

SRUC
22/09/2022

Helping customers to simplify the complexity of Scope 3 emissions

It is becoming increasingly important for businesses to consider their contribution to the climate crisis and begin to reduce their impact.…

SRUC
21/09/2022

Project aims to solve ear tag issues

A new project aims to gather evidence on tag loss and retention rates, and how this could be addressed to help livestock keepers in the future.…

SRUC
20/09/2022

Food and drink producers face 'puzzling task' over packaging

Food and drink producers often face a difficult trade-off between the environmental impact of using plastic and contributing to food waste.…

SRUC
16/09/2022

Former Greenpeace director inspires next generation of entrepreneurs

A veteran climate campaigner has shared his extensive experience in the clean energy field with aspiring entrepreneurs in Aberdeen.…

SRUC
15/09/2022

Our statement on the passing of Her Majesty the Queen

We are saddened to learn of Her Majesty’s death. We express our deepest condolences to her immediate family. We also recognise the many achievements of a long and dignified reign marked by its devotion to duty and public service. …

SRUC
08/09/2022

Rural movement can boost influence of communities in policy making

A rural movement for Scotland can boost the voices and influence of communities in national policy-making decisions – but it needs to be designed to be truly representative of the diverse voices across Scotland's rural and island areas.…

SRUC
08/09/2022

Enterprise in the midst of upheaval

Disruption is often the driver of enterprise and entrepreneurial behaviour. This is evidenced by recent industry activities and the 2021 GEM report.…

SRUC
06/09/2022

Pollination is key for fruitful oilseed rape crop

When oilseed rape experiences a lack of pollination it allocates more resources to plant growth and flowering – producing less robust plants – new research has found.…

SRUC
31/08/2022