Scotland's Farm Advisory Service

Today is World Bee Day! 🐝 Bees may be small, but they make a huge impact on our planet & food supply. Check out our resources to see how you can support & increase them on your land.⬇️ fas.scot/publication/vi… @NectarNetwork @NatureScot @ConservationBee @BuglifeScotland

New to crofting? FAS mentor @debbylintmill has years of experience in holistic and regenerative land and animal management. She can help you with breed selection, soil health, organics and growing your business🐑🪱🫛 Get £1.2k for mentoring through FAS! fas.scot/mentoring-new-…

Check out our new Cropcast Conversations! 🎙️ In this episode, Mark is joined by Teresa Dougall & John Hutcheson from SQC to discuss how SQC supports food safety, quality assurance, and Scotland’s reputation for premium combinable crops. 🌾 episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bc4010… @SRUC

Attendees enjoyed learning about flower diversification, peony production, floristry and marketing, alongside a field visit and networking opportunities. Our WiA events are open to all 👉Find an event near you Women in Agriculture Events | Helping farmers in Scotland @WiAScot

We held our first @FASScot Women in Agriculture event of the year at Hadden Farm, Kelso, thanks to Zena & Iain Fullarton.

Udder oedema is one of the most common challenges when transitioning heifers into the milking herd 🐄 Learn how to spot it early, reduce the risk, and manage it effectively in our latest article: fas.scot/article/managi…

Healthy soils. Better pollination. Cleaner water. Stronger livestock. Investing in biodiversity strengthens your whole farm system. FAS can help, with up to £3,200 available in specialist advice funding. advice@fas.scot | 0300 323 0161 fas.scot/news/increasin…

Want to learn more about the habitats on your land? We’ve produced 7 videos that will take you through what you need to know, regardless what kind of land you have. Our Upland and Peatlands video covers heaths, grassland, habitats and more. Watch here: youtu.be/AxevYoE7DMY

Introduce legumes 🫛 on your farm or croft to: add nitrogen to your soil ✅ support biodiversity ✅ improve soil structure ✅ provide quality protein for livestock ✅ Get up to £5.2k in funding for Soil and Nutrient Management advice with a business plan. fas.scot/advice-grants/

For #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, hear Jemma Harding’s incredible story. After surviving a life-changing cycling accident in 2008, she rebuilt her life through farming, resilience, and determination. More resources at: fas.scot/publication/me… Watch here: youtu.be/EAci51eKmH4?si…

Barley yellow dwarf virus (BYDV) should now be increasingly recognised as a climate-sensitive threat to cereal production in Scotland. In this article, we explore the climate risks and control measures, along with why BYDV is a longer term concern. fas.scot/article/climat…

FAS TV S6 is coming! FAS TV has shared farmer-led stories from across Scottish agriculture. Ahead of the new season, we’re revisiting highlights. In this ep, we look at opportunities for New Entrants, featuring advice from tenants and landowners alike ⬇️ youtube.com/watch?v=WE866r…

Lead poisoning continues to impact Scottish farms, causing welfare and financial losses. In this video, Hannah Orr @SRUCVets explains how it happens and how to prevent it fas.scot/publication/le…

With a changing climate, planning for water scarcity is important. FAS has produced a Basic Farm Water Resilience Audit, designed to provide farmers with a useful first step in building resilience to water scarcity. Find out more here fas.scot/article/basic-…

Want to learn more about the habitats on your land? We’ve produced 7 videos that will take you through what you need to know, regardless what kind of land you have. Our Linear and Point Features video covers hedges, tree lines and much more. Watch here youtu.be/hMbqmfnA6vI

The May edition of Business and Policy News Audio is available to listen to now. Along with our regular monthly updates on policy, cereals, beef, sheep and milk, we also have a spotlight on the Agri-Environmental Climate Scheme (AECS). @ScotGovRural @SRUC player.captivate.fm/episode/c6a5c4…

New crop update video is here! Mark Bowsher-Gibbs & Neil Havis review crop progress, disease pressure & spray timings in the field. 🚜 Watch now 🎧 youtu.be/5anxdSFWV-c @SRUC

The learning curve is steep for new farmers and crofters. FAS can help you access up to £2,000 in funding for an #ILMP & up to 4 days #mentoring support with an experienced peer. Apply for support to plan, grow and thrive: fas.scot/news/grow-lear… #ScottishFarming #Farming

In our new episode of Agri Culture, Mary-Jane Lawrie is joined by Julie McLaren who shares her journey into banking, how her role has evolved, and building a career in the sector without a farming background. Tune in now! 🎧 player.captivate.fm/episode/71be56… @SRUC @WiAScot

Important SAF/Greening Info! You have until the 15 May to complete and submit. When completing your SAF it’s essential you accurately declare the ground cover present on the 15 May as it could impact your greening requirements. If in doubt, contact FAS or your local SGRPID office