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Scotland’s natural economy valued at over £29 billion per annum

A new report has defined and detailed for the first time the value of the ‘natural economy’ to Scotland’s overall economic output, finding it represents more than a fifth of the nation’s economy.…

SRUC
23/07/2020

Tropical livestock centre publishes ten-year vision

A livestock genetic research organisation involving SRUC has published its ten-year vision to support tropical livestock development and the lives of people who rely on them for food and income.…

SRUC
22/07/2020

New degrees to support economic recovery

New courses which will equip students to support the country’s economic recovery after the coronavirus pandemic are being offered at Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) from September.…

SRUC
21/07/2020

Social network

Social cohesion, leadership and support networks are at the heart of the success of Scotland’s Monitor Farm Project, according to a new report.…

SRUC
20/07/2020

New bursary at Barony

The Royal Scottish Forestry Society and Richard Davidson have created a new bursary to support those changing career into forestry.…

SRUC
20/07/2020

Scotland should take the lead from EU initiative

A review of a European Union rural development programme in Scotland has recommended the continuation of a ‘refreshed’ approach post-Brexit.…

SRUC
17/07/2020

New fellowship to grow woodland

The opportunities for woodland creation within one of Scotland’s two national parks will be explored as part of a new fellowship.…

SRUC
16/07/2020

Collaboration is key to adoption of agri-tech

Cross-industry collaboration is essential to the adoption of precision technology in agriculture according to Consultant Zach Reilly.…

SRUC
16/07/2020

From tractors to TikTok

Two fun and fast-paced webinars will explore the importance of building a brand for your farm and guide you through the steps to achieve this.…

SRUC
14/07/2020

Vet nurse extends caring hand to people

An Ayrshire veterinary nursing student has extended her caring skills to people during the coronavirus pandemic.…

SRUC
13/07/2020

Pony owners needed to rein in laminitis

Horse and pony owners in the north east of Scotland could help provide answers to the causes of the painful condition, pasture-associated laminitis (PAL). A researcher at Scotland’s Rural College…

SRUC
10/07/2020

Thousands log in for a digital Arable Scotland

The 2020 edition of Arable Scotland – Scotland’s newest field event focussing on arable crops – took place online on 2 July with huge success.…

SRUC
10/07/2020