by Andrew Williamson | Jan 14, 2023 | JCM News
At the Oxford Farming Conference (OFC) last week, we launched a report on the role of supply chains in achieving responsible food production on farms. It is a dry read, but I’d urge anyone involved in producing or supplying food to read it, and to share it, because...
by Andrew Williamson | Jan 13, 2023 | Press Releases
Scientific developments are at the heart of Scotland’s ever evolving food and drink story which will be unearthed in a new initiative, aiming to shine a light on the science behind our food. The RHASS Presidents’ Initiative for 2023 will raise awareness of the...
by Andrew Williamson | Jan 4, 2023 | Press Releases
A report launched today at the 2023 Oxford Farming Conference (OFC) pointedly calls for fairness, net zero cost-sharing and the recalibration of value-sharing throughout the UK’s food supply chain. The report – Supply Chain Synergies – What is the appropriate...
by Andrew Williamson | Dec 20, 2022 | Press Releases
A Scottish potato grower found that investing in better air flow in his stores, has reaped major benefits for crop quality and energy costs, while also reducing the environmental impact. The Farming For a Better Climate (FFBC) team, at SAC Consulting, part of...
by Andrew Williamson | Dec 16, 2022 | Press Releases
The ongoing impact of the war in Ukraine and the pressure of reducing carbon footprints will be on the agenda when Scotland’s biggest potato conference returns in the new year. Organised by Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC), the 24th annual conference of the SAC...