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ScotGov Rural is an official Scottish Government account with news and information on agriculture, animal health and welfare, the food industry, rural areas, and Islands.

Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Rural Affairs Gillian Martin visited Oxton Community Shop in the Scottish Bord...
02/09/2026

Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Rural Affairs Gillian Martin visited Oxton Community Shop in the Scottish Borders to meet volunteers and hear how the Scottish Government’s Community-Led Local Development programme has supported the community to build and run their own shop.

As the only shop in the village, it provides an essential local service, acts as a hub for social interaction and is a great example of community wealth building and resilience in action.

As part of the visit, the Cabinet Secretary heard from members of the community about how our Programme for Government commitment to establish a Last Provider Fund could help support the sustainability of rural communities such as Oxton.

The Scottish Government is determined to support our rural communities to thrive, and the Community-Led Local Development programme is one of the key ways we do this.

Walking and Talking trees with Matt Griffin Peebles - Wednesday 14 October, 1pm to 4pm Join us for a walk at Edston Farm...
01/09/2026

Walking and Talking trees with Matt Griffin

Peebles - Wednesday 14 October, 1pm to 4pm

Join us for a walk at Edston Farm. Discover how trees can help to build a more resilient livestock system through shelter, woodland grazing, browse and more.

Book your free place: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/integratingtreesnetwork

01/09/2026

The 2026 Scottish Upland Sheep Support Scheme (SUSSS) is open.

Using our online service is the easiest and quickest way to apply and will help you to avoid some simple errors.

To find out more, visit Rural Payments and Services (RP&S): https://tinyurl.com/3rbfsn7x

Walking and Talking Trees: Objectives, options and opportunities for your farm Portnellan Farm, near Balloch - Thursday ...
31/08/2026

Walking and Talking Trees: Objectives, options and opportunities for your farm

Portnellan Farm, near Balloch - Thursday 17 September, 10am to 3pm

Join the Scott-Park family to explore how trees can benefit your farm business.

https://www.tickettailor.com/events/integratingtreesnetwork

28/08/2026

The Scottish Government has updated movement rules for livestock in the Temporary Control Zone (TCZ) in south-west Scotland, following further assessment of the current bluetongue situation.

These changes will come into place on 10 September.

Read the latest movement rules: https://www.gov.scot/news/bluetongue-movement-rules-updated/

Applications are open for the Small Producer Practical Training Fund. Eligible businesses can apply for funding towards ...
28/08/2026

Applications are open for the Small Producer Practical Training Fund.

Eligible businesses can apply for funding towards a range of practical training activities designed to help small food and drink producers in Scotland access opportunities that support business development and long-term growth.

Find out more about eligibility and how to apply: https://www.scotland.lantra.co.uk/small-producers-practical-training-fund

Some sheep scab mites resistant to Macrocyclic lactones (ML) injections have been found in Scotland. Correct diagnosis i...
27/08/2026

Some sheep scab mites resistant to Macrocyclic lactones (ML) injections have been found in Scotland. Correct diagnosis is crucial to give the right treatment at the right time.

Contact your vet if you suspect sheep scab in your flock: https://www.gov.scot/publications/sheep-scab/

Your farm's future: Trees an option and opportunity?Strathpeffer Community Centre - Wednesday 23 September, 10am to 3pmE...
27/08/2026

Your farm's future: Trees an option and opportunity?

Strathpeffer Community Centre - Wednesday 23 September, 10am to 3pm

Explore how trees can support farming businesses. Hear from SRUC's Davy McCracken and Richard Lockett visiting the award-winning Knockbain Farm and get advice on woodland creation and funding.

Book your free place: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/integratingtreesnetwork

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