All News

Call for entrants – Diversified Farm of the Year Award

Applications are now open for the new AgriScot Diversified Farm of the Year award, sponsored by Royal Bank of Scotland and supported and facilitated by SAC Consulting, part of SRUC.…

SRUC
14/07/2021

New projects to develop ecosystem markets

Researchers at SRUC have won a share of £300k in funding for three projects to develop new carbon markets for regenerative agriculture, saltmarsh restoration and lowland peatlands.…

SRUC
14/07/2021

SRUC signs Argentina agreement

Scottish scientists are set to work with South American farmers to help reduce the carbon footprint of a country with one of the highest levels of beef consumption in the world.…

SRUC
12/07/2021

Strathfillan Wigwams Statement

The Principal and Chief Executive of SRUC has confirmed that he would like the Strathfillan Wigwams to remain open, but that any operating model must be financially resilient and also align with SRUC’s strategy.…

SRUC
05/07/2021

Applying organic materials scheme to demonstrate duty of care

Contractors applying recycled organic materials to land are encouraged to take part in a scheme to ensure they minimise the risks to others.…

SRUC
05/07/2021

Opportunity for food and drink students to THRIVE

New and future food and drink entrepreneurs are invited to pitch their business ideas for the chance to win a free place on a weekend interactive programme.…

SRUC
30/06/2021

Inverness Rural and Veterinary Innovation Centre takes next step

SRUC has submitted a planning application for its Rural and Veterinary Innovation Centre on the Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) Inverness Campus.…

SRUC
28/06/2021

Transitioning to reduced tillage

Farmers can save money and help the environment by reducing tillage, but they must also be wary of its pitfalls.…

SRUC
24/06/2021

Poster competition to raise awareness of farm safety

A poster competition aims to raise children’s awareness of the dangers on farms and crofts.…

SRUC
23/06/2021

Rural leadership course aims to boost skills

Rural leaders looking to grow their businesses to get through the recent turbulent times are invited to join the Scottish Enterprise Rural Leadership Programme.…

SRUC
22/06/2021

Report addresses knowledge gaps in microbial quality of beef mince

SRUC has worked with Food Standards Scotland (FSS) to produce a new report designed to address knowledge gaps around the microbial quality of beef mince sold in Scotland.…

SRUC
15/06/2021

Re-introduction of sugar beet to Scotland a step closer

The re-introduction of sugar beet production to Scotland has taken a significant step forward after the pilot project laying its foundations received new funding.…

SRUC
14/06/2021