SAC Consulting
Farmers demonstrate ‘who dares wins’ spirit
A shepherdess, an entrepreneur who created an outdoor centre and a gin producer, will speak at an annual event highlighting the diverse range of options open to new or aspiring farmers.…
- SRUC
- 04/02/2020
From Brexit to pensions
Employers will be given guidance on a range of issues, from the right to work in the UK after Brexit to pensions, in a series of meetings across the country.…
- SRUC
- 13/01/2020
SRUC and ADAS join forces
Agri-business across the UK will enjoy greater access to the latest independent advice backed by world-leading research and innovation, thanks to a new partnership between SRUC and ADAS.…
- SRUC
- 03/01/2020
Common grazing dilemmas
Crofters in the Highlands and Islands will be offered solutions to common grazing dilemmas at two workshops in the New Year. Led by crofting expert Arthur MacDonald, the meetings will highlight…
- SRUC
- 20/12/2019
Putting potato research into practice
The newly appointed Lead Potato Researcher and Consultant for Scotland will use his first public appearance in the role to highlight the importance of collaboration within the industry.…
- SRUC
- 11/12/2019
Cutting antibiotics use in cows
Dairy farmers are being encouraged to practice selective dry cow therapy in a bid to minimise the use of antibiotics at drying off.…
- SRUC
- 06/12/2019
Berry healthy
The trend for fermented foods and non-alcoholic soft drinks is being embraced by a Scottish social enterprise with the help of consultants from SRUC.…
- SRUC
- 03/12/2019
Future of SRUC Farms
Following a national recruitment exercise, SAC Consulting’s George Baikie is moving to a new role to manage all farming operations across Scotland’s Rural College.…
- SRUC
- 02/12/2019
Ramming home the importance of farm computers
For farmers forking out large amounts of money for equipment such as tractors, it is often easy to forget the importance of investing in another vital piece of technology – the farm computer.…
- SRUC
- 02/12/2019
SAC Consulting strengthens Beef and Sheep Team
SAC Consulting has strengthened its beef and sheep team with the appointment of two Beef Consultants.…
- SRUC
- 29/11/2019
Polycrub pioneer joins SAC Consulting’s Oban team
An enterprising SAC Consulting advisor, who pioneered the use of the robust Polycrub polytunnel for numerous island businesses, has moved from Stornoway to join the Oban-based team.…
- SRUC
- 28/11/2019
Making a success of succession
Having early and honest conversations with family is vital in the farm succession process.…
- SRUC
- 05/11/2019