We're inviting farms across Scotland to take part in this year’s Scottish Farm Business Survey🚜📝 Email us at: [email protected] Learn more: www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/cal...

Join us at the SACAPP Conference to hear from keynote speaker Marc Skivington, Founder of Smart Farmer Limited, as he shares practical ways to create safer working environments across potato production. Apex City Quay Hotel, Dundee | Thursday 5 February Register now: [email protected] 📩

Join us at the annual SAC Association of Potato Producers (SACAPP) Conference!🥔 Join us for a packed day with sessions covering applied projects, production improvements, and innovative new solutions. ✉️ Book your place: [email protected]

Every farming business is unique, and we believe your support should be too. From cattle and sheep production systems to grassland management and forage crops, our expert team is here help. Find out how we can support you: zma.to/ubb

Need expert advice on livestock management? We combine local knowledge with national expertise to provide trusted, research-backed advice to help your business grow. Find out more: zma.to/ubb

From cattle and sheep production to financial benchmarking and grassland management, our specialist team can help make your livestock systems more resilient for the future 🐮🌱 Want to find out more about our livestock services? Visit: zma.to/OKs

Some of our team recently spent the day in Inverness for a livestock training day, sharing knowledge and keeping up to date with the latest in livestock systems and management. Check out a few snaps from the day 👇

From a 423-acre family farm in Ayrshire to a 3,000-acre diversified enterprise, Drew Young has embraced change and championed the next generation of farmers. Hear Drew's story on how he has grown a business rooted in community and innovation: zma.to/yOa

We’re here to help you get the best from your land and livestock. Our trusted team combines specialist knowledge and practical experience to provide you with the guidance you need. See how we can support you: zma.to/ubb

Optimising feed, forage, and grazing can improve production outcomes while managing your costs. In her recent Perspectives article, Lorna discusses practical strategies for smarter nutrition, healthier animals, and more profitable farming: zma.to/34Y

We are at Mains Farm nr Eaglesham tomorrow by kind permission of host George Strang, with SEPA and @alexclarkpirie.bsky.social from SAC Consulting to talk about ditches and dredging. Might still be places available - contact the SAC Consulting Ayr office to book. @sacconsulting.bsky.social

What do changing farm policies, nutrition advice, and data tools really mean for your day-to-day decisions? Join us at AgriScot on 19th November for our seminar with @srucnews.bsky.social. Come with your questions and leave with ideas you can put into action 💬 📍 Seminar Room 1 | 3:30 - 4:40pm

We’ve launched a new report! 📝 Our climate is changing - drier summers and wetter winters challenge farmers like never before. ‘Farming for the Future’ shows how advice, training and knowledge-sharing can help Scottish agriculture thrive whilst protecting nature. 🍃 ➡️ www.wwf.org.uk/our-reports/...

Exciting news - only a few weeks til we visit Mains Farm, Eaglesham with SEPA and @alexclarkpirie.bsky.social from SAC Consulting. We'll look at ditches and dredging on farm, what to be mindful of, and when to speak to SEPA. See flyer for details @sacconsulting.bsky.social @scottishepa.bsky.social

This summer, Isla joined our Stirling office for her SAC Consulting placement - building on earlier experience at @srucnews.bsky.social From soil sampling and habitat mapping to carbon audits Isla gained hands-on experience with a wide range of farm businesses.👏 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/ste...

How can communities lead the way on renewable energy? Our work with Community Energy Scotland showcases the potential of local projects to deliver environmental, social, and economic benefits. Read the full case study: www.sruc.ac.uk/business-serv... #ScotClimateWeek

Our Carbon Literacy course, in partnership with @keepscotbeautiful.bsky.social gives agricultural, food and drink, and land-based businesses the knowledge and tools to help their employees engage with net-zero. www.keepscotlandbeautiful.or... #ScotClimateWeek

Is net zero in UK agriculture by 2050 possible? Séamus Murphy explores the opportunities and challenges in his article: www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/seamus-murphy-exploring-net-zero-and-agriculture/ #ScotClimateWeek

A great day ouy on @rspb.bsky.social's Springwell Farm as part of @iucn-uk-peat.bsky.social #PeatConf25 looking at peatland restoration of old cutting site, forest to bog, haggs and gullies and drains. Great learning experience! #generationrestoration #peatlandsmatter @sacconsulting.bsky.social

The autumn edition of #Perspectives has arrived! In this issue, we shine a light on nature-positive farming, fresh thinking on lamb castration, and hear perspectives from voices across the sector including a conversation with farmer Drew Young Read the full edition here 👉 issuu.com/sruc1/docs/s...

@srucnews.bsky.social’s GreenShed shows how methane capture and circular farming can cut emissions, save costs, and power new opportunities. Read more in Professor Carol-Anne Duthie’s article: issuu.com/sruc1/docs/105251_... #ScotClimateWeek

Back at the #PeatConf25, my favourite part of the year, connecting with with researchers, policy makers, developers, contractors and other experts in the peatland restoration sector. Breaking the borders in the pursuit of nature conservation. #generationrestoration @sacconsulting.bsky.social

It’s #ScotClimateWeek! At SAC Consulting, we work with farmers, crofters, rural estates, food supply chains and land-based businesses to turn sustainability into action. See how we’re helping businesses build a more sustainable future: www.sruc.ac.uk/business-serv...

SAC Consulting's Freya Lance gave us a recap on ammonia in agriculture; read more in our summer newsletter at www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/amm... @sacconsulting.bsky.social @scottishepa.bsky.social

We met Alex Pirie (SAC Consulting), Struan Candlish (Ayrshire Rivers Trust) & Alan Kettle-White (Argyll Fisheries Trust) on Arran, to talk protection of riverbanks, drainage and bank stabilisation at Bridge Farm with hosts Colin & Laura Currie. @alexclarkpirie.bsky.social @sacconsulting.bsky.social

Delivered in partnership with QMUs Scottish Centre For Food Development & Innovation, THRIVE is an expert-led, practical training programme designed for aspiring food businesses. One standout success is Joanna Davies, founder of Canny Mushrooms. Read the case study: www.sruc.ac.uk/business-ser...

🌍 What are the costs of action & inaction in a changing climate? 🌿 Find out in our recent SEFARI Gateway fellowship report - 🔗 tinyurl.com/3xcstxh5 @srucnews.bsky.social @sacconsulting.bsky.social @naturescot.bsky.social #NatureBasedSolutions #ClimateChange

Not long to go until #PotatoesInPractice2025🥔 Hosted by Hutton through the National Potato Innovation Centre (#NPIC), in partnership with @srucnews.bsky.social & Agrii Catch the 2024 highlights 🎥: ow.ly/81wM50WiVou 📅 7th August |📍Balruddery Farm | 🕘 9am 🎟️ ow.ly/PTVV50WiVot

Understand carbon in your value chain - We deliver science-backed insights to drive real, measurable change across even the most complex land-based supply chains. Want to find out more? Visit: zma.to/IjR

We're looking forward to another busy day at #Groundswell2025 with our colleagues from @srucnews.bsky.social and Agrecalc! Make sure and pop by our stand PF B5 (Pasture Field) to say hello 🌞🌾

In today’s market, businesses face growing pressure from consumers, investors, and policymakers to understand emissions in their value chain. In his recent Perspectives article, Iain Boyd outlines how companies can turn this pressure into opportunity. zma.to/6nS

From strategy to implementation - expert support on your sustainability journey. We can help you to meet compliance goals, support nature recovery, and move confidently toward net zero through tailored, practical approaches rooted in evidence and experience. Explore more of our work: zma.to/ikA

Better data. Better land decisions. From habitat monitoring to woodland assessments and carbon stock mapping, our services provide the data you need to support nature-based solutions and net zero goals. Explore how we can elevate your business: zma.to/9Wb

We povide expert, evidence-based support to help your business report with clarity, integrity, and confidence. Disover how we supported @Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere: zma.to/Mzp Explore our corporate reporting services: zma.to/DcY

We had a great time at The Royal Highland Show, chatting all things nature-friendly farming! 🚜 A huge thanks to everyone who joined our workshop on Friday with @sacconsulting.bsky.social - exploring how advice and skills development is key to supporting climate- and nature-friendly farming. 🌍

With growing demand for transparency and sustainable practices, addressing Scope 3 emissions has never been more critical. Discover how we supported Angus Soft Fruits: zma.to/Z9i

We are at Royal Highland Show today with guests from the Voluntary Initiative! Come and see us in the SRUC pavilion (opposite Marks and Spencer). @sacconsulting.bsky.social‬ @scottishepa.bsky.social

Gain an in-depth understanding of carbon emissions and their impact on your land through our Carbon Literacy Training, delivered in partnership with @keepscotbeautiful.bsky.social Join our one of our regular courses or get training commissioned exclusively for your business. zma.to/FAE

With growing focus on nature-related risk and regulation, understanding your natural capital assets and biodiversity impacts is no longer optional, it’s essential. Our experienced, trusted team can help: zma.to/NHf

Looking to futureproof your business and meet your sustainability goals? From carbon audits and biodiversity assessments to drone surveys and natural capital reporting, we can help you understand your land and its potential: zma.to/lmg

Find us at NSA Highland Sheep🐑 11th June. Please come & chat to our colleagues in SAC Consulting & SRUC Vet Services about everything sheep! Find us at⭐Stand 46⭐We look forward to seeing you there! #EAE #HISHA #MaediVisna #Johnes #togetherwecan @sacconsulting.bsky.social @srucnews.bsky.social

How can community-led ventures support both people and planet? We worked with @highlandsrewilding.bsky.social on its Community Joint Ventures - from food growing to foraging tours - offering strategy, market insight and financial modelling to help them thrive. 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/business-ser...

Scottish farm profits drop despite price surge www.thescottishfarmer.co.uk/news/2517791...

Sterre Vester shares her experience studying Ecological Economics at SRUC and how the course shaped her career path. Now working as a consultant at @sacconsulting.bsky.social, Sterre reflects on what she enjoyed most about her time at SRUC.

We recently partnered with the GCR Green Network (GCRGN) to map and model species-rich grasslands, aiming to restore and reconnect crucial habitat networks for pollinators. Read the full case study here: www.sruc.ac.uk/business-services/sac-consulting/our-work/case-studies/gcr-green-network/

Brady Stevens, a graduate of the Environmental Protection and Management MSc at SRUC, now works as a consultant with @sacconsulting.bsky.social Brady reflects on his time at SRUC, sharing how the course helped shape his career and gave him the practical, real-world knowledge he uses daily.

A huge well done to Mary-Jane who was named Agricultural Advisor of the Year at the National Women in Agriculture Awards last night!🎉 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/top-award-for-consultant-who-champions-women-in-agriculture/

We're thinking about what to take to RNAS BeefTech 25 event on 28th May at Home Farm Nr Peterhead. From Know the Rules Guides to alternative watering set ups; we've got loads to choose from. Our resources page is full of info and practical ideas - see shorturl.at/mU3Xz @SACConsulting.bsky.social

Day 1 of the #ClimateSmartAdvisors at the University of Almeria talking points: ✅️training, ✅️mitigation and adaptation, ✅️organic farming, ✅️knowledge exchange. @sacconsulting.bsky.social @srucnews.bsky.social

Great news from the Isle of Skye - the ‘crex crex’ call of the corncrake is making a comeback! Read the full story here: www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/sky...