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New RHASS boss Alex Paterson steps into the spotlight weeks before Scotland’s biggest rural show. Can he rise to the challenge?
Perthshire’s William McLaren takes helm as World Angus secretary general, with a £30,000 bull sale marking his triumphant return home.
A Red and White Holstein fetched 11,000gns at the Logan sale, with nearly 180 females and calves selling at strong averages.
Scottish dairy faces stable prices and limited milk sourcing options despite Irish interest and environmental pressures. What’s next for farmers?
Livestock, tech, education and lively debate take centre stage at this year’s Royal Highland Show – a true celebration of farming life.
Britain’s seed potato growers secure renewed access to essential crop protection products through a new GB Potatoes-led initiative.
A new survey reveals a deepening staffing crisis in rural estates, even as wages rise. What’s really driving workers away?
Ali, Hannah, and Robbie Jackson dominate Cumberland Show, winning champion, reserve, and supreme honours with their Suffolk and Dutch Spotted sheep.
North Sheep 2025, hosted by the Peile family at Greystoke Castle Farm, was a big success despite the wet weather on the day.
Agriculture emissions in Scotland hit a record low as Minister Jim Fairlie denies plans to cut livestock numbers, easing farmers' concerns.
Scotbeef closes its Inverurie abattoir after 18 months of pressure. Staff face redundancy as plans for a new site are shelved.
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