SRUC

Consulting and Commercial

Maximising the 2022 lamb crop

Farmers can learn how to minimise losses at lambing time at a series of virtual meetings organised by sheep specialists at SAC Consulting – part of SRUC.…

  • SRUC
  • 13/01/2022
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New year, new attitude to farm and croft safety

At the start of the new year, farmers and crofters are being encouraged to look at the measures in place to ensure children’s safety on farm.…

  • SRUC
  • 04/01/2022
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Kirsten and Robin pick up Consulting awards

A sheep specialist and a manager with more than 30 years’ experience have picked up special awards from SAC Consulting.…

  • SRUC
  • 15/12/2021
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Farmers sought for business survey

Farmers looking to improve their business performance are being offered the chance to take part in a survey in return for free financial and environmental reports.…

  • SRUC
  • 14/12/2021
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Showcasing agricultural climate action

A new network for farmers and crofters to highlight and share climate change mitigation actions is to be established.…

  • SRUC
  • 08/12/2021
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Going against the grain

A farm which lets visitors take alpacas for a walk and another which uses a converted grain silo as part of a stunning wedding venue are among the finalists in a new diversification award.…

  • SRUC
  • 22/11/2021
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Focus on foods of the future

Research to develop future innovative foods and food systems at SRUC will be highlighted at a free virtual event this month.…

  • SRUC
  • 01/11/2021
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Top tips for beef finishing

Beef farmers facing rising feed prices this winter will get help in maximising margins at an event organised by SRUC this month.…

  • SRUC
  • 28/10/2021
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Farmers’ handbook highlights need to address climate change

With COP26 starting in Glasgow this month, reducing greenhouse gas emissions should be a top priority for all businesses – including farms.…

  • SRUC
  • 18/10/2021
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Thriving Natural Capital Podcast

Dr Hannah Rudman talks about SRUC’s Thriving Natural Capital Challenge Centre and a new podcast that looks at three exciting projects in Scotland that are securing investment for nature-based solutions.…

  • Hannah Rudman
  • 15/10/2021
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Climate change conference inspires charity challenge

As COP26 approaches, four teams from SAC Consulting, part of SRUC, are this month taking on a charity challenge covering more than 3,500 miles.…

  • SRUC
  • 08/10/2021
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Winning posters highlight dangers on farms

Two children have been named as the winners of a poster competition to raise awareness of the dangers on farms and crofts.…

  • SRUC
  • 05/10/2021
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