We meet the fourth generation of a carrot growing family as preparations get underway for a national day to celebrate this often-overlooked hero of the veg rack … WHILE his classmates were heading off on holiday after sitting their GCSE exams, a 16-year-old Will...
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IAAS response to bluetongue virus (BTV) update
Statement from Neil Wilson, Executive Director of The Institute for Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland, in response to the Scottish Government’s latest update on the bluetongue virus (BTV) situation in the UK: We are pleased to see that Scottish Government has...
Oxford Farming Conference invites applications for Inspiring Innovators 2026
The Oxford Farming Conference (OFC), in partnership with McCain Foods (GB) Ltd., is inviting applications for its Inspiring Innovators programme, which will return for the 2026 conference. Building on the success of its launch last year, the programme will...
Why British red meat needs to speak up, and has the evidence to do so
For most shoppers, the decision to pick up a pack of beef or lamb takes just seconds. It’s not a detailed analysis of carbon labelling, supply chain credentials or environmental claims, it’s a quick judgement call. As ABP’s Director of Agriculture and Sustainable...
A good helping of insight and inspiration brought to the table at Turriff Show’s Business Breakfast
The Turriff Show Business Breakfast delivered its biggest helping of insight and inspiration yet on the second day of the biggest two-day agricultural show in Scotland. Headline sponsor Virgin Money and associate sponsor Ledingham Chalmers helped fuel a lively event...
Inviting the agricultural sector to be Inspired
The Oxford Farming Conference (OFC) has opened applications for Inspire, a programme designed to support food and farming professionals to develop their skills and network. Created to enable ambitious candidates across the rural and agri-food sector to attend OFC for...
Growing Resilience: A positive future for UK agriculture
The Oxford Farming Conference’s (OFC) new Chairman has shared plans for the charities 90th anniversary, with a focus on challenging the status quo, and driving a positive movement for change within UK agriculture, and beyond. Jude McCann, the OFC’s 2026 Chair and CEO...
Cracking day planned for Wigtown Show
Wigtown Show in Dumfries and Galloway will be the first agricultural show in Scotland to host live birds since the ban on the movement of birds, to curb the spread of avian influenza. Taking place on Wednesday 6th August 2025, over 180 birds will be on show for...
Balmaud Distillery: Old School Farmers, New School Distillers
Situated five miles from the heart of Turriff, Balmaud Distillery is a bold new chapter for the Strachan family. Balmaud Whisky is the realisation of a dream rooted in generations of hard work, family farming tradition and a deep connection to the land. For Wilson...
New Company Secretary for Scottish Agronomy
Scottish Agronomy has appointed a new Company Secretary. Following the retirement of George Lawrie, Robin Barron, formerly the General Manager of East of Scotland Farmers, starts his role this month with the independent agronomy cooperative. Managing Director of...