ABATTOIR records, transport data, disease levels, lameness, youngstock deaths and painful procedures could all become part of a sharper welfare picture for Scottish farming. The Scottish Animal Welfare Commission says current measures...
Rainy conditions hit ScotGrass as operators kept the kit moving
PLANS being explored by the UK Government to encourage supermarkets to freeze the price of essential food items have sparked fresh concern across Scotland’s farming and food supply sectors, with fears the move could pile further pressure...
FIRST Minister John Swinney unveiled his new cabinet outside Bute House on Wednesday, with a significant change to the Scottish Government’s rural aairs team following the Holyrood election. The announcement came less than 24 hours...
The Commission points to possible indicators including bruising, carcass rejection, liver condemnations, pneumonia in pigs, parasites, poultry foot problems, lesions, scratches and hock swellings. The report also highlights painful...
SCOTTISH and Southern Electricity Networks’ (SSEN) proposed Kintore-Tealing 400kV overhead line has been sent back for further assessment aer Scottish Government Reporters ruled that additional environmental information is required...
AGRISCOT is marking its 25th anniversary this year by opening its seminar programme to public applications for the first time. The event, which takes place on November 18, 2026 at the Royal Highland Centre, has moved away from its...
THE Irish Farmers’ Association has welcomed a European Commission decision that will prevent Brazilian meat entering the EU from September 2026 unless the country can prove compliance with European antimicrobial resistance rules. IFA...