Urgent question on budget implications for farming communities
Shetland’s MP has led an urgent question in the House of Commons on the implication’s of last week’s budget on farming communities. Alistair Carmichael has…
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MP voices farming concerns over possible inheritance tax changes
Potential changes in inheritance tax could impact on farmers and crofters – as well as the wider community.
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Business makes plea to support dairy producers
Calls are have been made for islanders to support local milk producers, with fresh food shortages ongoing in shops. Agricultural business Irvine Tractors made the…
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Crofter issues appeal to dog owners after ‘horrendous’ attack on sheep
A crofter in Yell has told of a “horrendous” dog attack which left one of her sheep so badly injured she had to put it
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Carmichael to lead debate on groceries code adjudicator
MP Alistair Carmichael will lead a debate in parliament on the groceries code adjudicator, the government body which oversees the relationship between farmers and other…
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Carmichael calls for more support for farmers
Orkney and Shetland MP Alistair Carmichael has urged the government to to show stronger commitments to back farmers and crofters amid “uncertain” future.
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Apprentice farmer of the year is finalist for excellence award
An apprentice farmer has been named as a “young talent” finalist in national awards celebrating Scotland’s exceptional food and drink.
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Achievement of top apprentice highlighted in parliament
A top apprentice has gained special recognition in the Scottish Parliament. A motion has been lodged at Holyrood celebrating the achievement of North Roe farmer…
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A 21-year-old farmer from North Roe has been named Scotland’s Apprentice of the Year. Julie-Ann Murray earned the honour at the Scottish Apprenticeship Awards ceremony…
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Donate a lamb appeal
Famers and crofters have been asked to donate a lamb in an appeal by the Institute of Auctioneers and Appraisers in Scotland (IAAS). Part of…
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Government accused of dragging its heels over trade and agriculture commission
The Tories have faced fresh criticism over a new commission intended to scrutinise all of the UK’s trade deals for their impact on agriculture.
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‘Serious rethink’ needed on animal transportation proposals
Fresh criticism has been levelled against plans to change conditions in which livestock can be transported by ferry.
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Test and isolate all visitors like we do with livestock, says farming union
Farmers have called for all visitors to the isles to be tested for coronavirus and to spend time in quarantine.
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MSP pays tribute to hard working farmers and fishermen who have kept Scotland supplied through pandemic
Farmers and fishermen have been thanked for their efforts keeping shops supplied throughout the pandemic. Jamie Halcro Johnson, the Highlands and Islands MSP, paid tribute…
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