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Scotland's Farm Advisory Service Podcast

Scotland's Farm Advisory Service Podcast
Integrated Pest Management
Soil Health
Grass Management
Climate Change Impact
Weather Patterns
Crop Rotation
Agriculture
Scotland
Biodiversity
Water Management
Agricultural Risk Management
Scottish Government
Climate Change
Farm Advisory Services
Three Leaf Rule
Rotational Grazing
SAC Consulting
The James Hutton Institute
Scottish Quality Crops Assurance
Voluntary Initiative

Scotland’s Farm Advisory Service is funded by the Scottish Government. Our podcast covers a range of topics which help support your farm or croft to be more profitable and sustainable.

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Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. On today’s episode George Chalmers and Mary-Jane Lawrie get a policy update from SRUC Professor Steven Thomson.

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03:05 EFA Management for 2026

04:48 Entitlement transfer & SAF 2026

09:47 Steven T... more

Along with our regular monthly updates on policy, cereals, beef, sheep and milk, in this edition we also have a spotlight on how a turbulent global trading environment is shaping the outlook for Scottish agriculture.

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00:35 News in Brief... more

In this special two-part edition of Crofting Matters, “Crofting Through the Seasons”, we take you back to Autumn & Winter last year, where Kieron Sim visited both the Isle of Skye and the Shetland Isles, to speak with four local crofters about their ... more

In this special two-part edition of Crofting Matters, “Crofting Through the Seasons”, we take you back to Autumn & Winter last year, where Kieron Sim visited both the Isle of Skye and the Shetland Isles, to speak with four local crofters about their ... more

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Recent Guests

Brady Stevens
Senior consultant and author focusing on global trading environment and Scottish agriculture
Farm Advisory Service (FAS)
Episode: Business and Policy News Audio March 2026: Policy, cereal, beef, sheep and milk updates and a spotlight on how a turbulent global trading environment is shaping the outlook for Scottish agriculture
Phil Knott
Crofters on Isle of Skye with an orchard
Isle of Skye croft
Episode: Crofting Matters - Crofting Through the Seasons : Autumn & Winter
Aiofe Gould
Crofter on Skye finishing pork and Hebridean mutton, wool for felt accessories
Skye croft
Episode: Crofting Matters - Crofting Through the Seasons : Autumn & Winter
Jake Sayles
Crofter on Skye finishing animals and wool work
Skye croft
Episode: Crofting Matters - Crofting Through the Seasons : Autumn & Winter
Brendon Smith
Crofter from southern Shetland, breeds sheepdogs, runs shetland sheep, mussels, and dip system
Shetland croft
Episode: Crofting Matters - Crofting Through the Seasons : Autumn & Winter
Richard Spence
Crofters on Unst, discusses Saxavord Space Port impact
Unst croft
Episode: Crofting Matters - Crofting Through the Seasons : Autumn & Winter
Iain Boyd
Environmental Consultant at SAC Consulting
Episode: Natural Capital - The Importance of Natural Capital to the Scottish Economy
Doug Schreiber
NFU Mutual agent with over a decade of experience
NFU Mutual
Episode: Rural Roundup - Farm Insurance
Iain Riddell
Retired agricultural consultant with extensive experience in hemp development
Formerly with SAC Consulting
Episode: CropCast Conversations - Hemp - The Crop in Waiting?

Hosts

Kerry Hammond
Host of the show
Mary-Jane Lawrie
Host of Rural Roundup and related series

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Brilliant range of topics

    Brilliant range of topics, presented in an interesting way. I enjoy the rural round up for a timely update and all the spin off podcasts, particularly the ones where farmers are interviewed and we get their background story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eco worrier
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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High-quality guests; actionable insights for practitioners
Broad, practical coverage of rural Scotland with credible guests
Strong focus on crofting and island farming communities
Engaging storytelling around seasonal farming challenges
Good mix of policy and hands-on farming perspectives

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Business and Policy News Audio March 2026: Policy, cereal, beef, sheep and milk updates and a spotlight on how a turbulent global trading environment is shaping the outlook for Scottish agriculture
Q: What macro factors are currently influencing Scottish agriculture according to this episode?
The discussion points to geopolitical tensions, tariffs, and global trade disruptions, along with policy schemes and market dynamics, shaping the outlook for farming across arable, beef, dairy, and sheep sectors.
Crofting Matters - Crofting Through the Seasons: Spring/Summer
Q: Can you tell us what the Wicklow Uplands Council does?
They focus on sustainable development in the Wicklow Uplands, addressing issues that affect individuals, groups, and landscapes.
Crofting Matters - Crofting Through the Seasons: Spring/Summer
Q: What were you looking forward to about the trip?
Seeing how farming is done in Ireland and learning how they cope with similar problems to those in Scotland.
Thrill of the Hill - Counting Carbon: Auditing the Uplands with James Orr
Q: What are the three ways that farmers can help reduce their carbon footprint?
Farmers can reduce emissions, dilute emissions by increasing output, and increase sequestration through practices like planting hedgerows.
Rural Roundup - 5. Unsung Heroes - Haggs Farm: Machinery (Slurry Separator)
Q: What are some of the critical things that farmers need to be aware of going forward?
James explains the new regulations requiring minimum storage capacity for slurry and the necessity for precision slurry application technology for larger herds.

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The program centers on Scottish farming, crofting, and rural livelihoods, blending policy updates, market trends, and practical on-farm practices. Episodes frequently spotlight crofting life, seasonal farming activities, biodiversity and regenerative farming, insurance and risk management, and the economics of farming systems from arable to livestock. A standout element is the focus on place-specific challenges—remote islands, crofting communities, and estate-based farming—paired with expert analysis from industry consultants, agribusiness professionals, and agricultural advisors. For listeners, it offers both timely policy briefs and hands-on stories from farmers and crofters, making it useful for strategists, sponsors, and practitioners s... more

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6. Richard Spence
7. Iain Boyd
8. Doug Schreiber

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