The Rural Roundup (Farm Advisory Service)
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| 15 Feb 2023 | Bonus Content: Laura Beck The Paw Park | 00:29:53 | |||||
This week the Rural Roundup is bringing you something a little different, we spoke to six diversified farm businesses across Scotland, asking them about their journeys, the conversations they had along the way, and the decisions they had to make. This week we’re going to hear the Story of Laura Beck, from The Pawpark. The Pawpark is an exclusive use dog playpark located just outside Hawick in the Scottish Borders. It is run by Laura and Angus Beck alongside the family farming Business with Laura's Parents. The Diversification venture opened in August 2021 and has been a valuable addition to the farm Business. Calum Johnston, one of our FAS advisors, and FAS TV Producers sat down with Laura to find out more about her unique diversification idea. Show notes: Katie's free-range corn fed chicken Business located in The Scottish Borders has recently started adding value to the chicken by-products by producing dog treats. https://pasturepoultryuk.com/collections/pasture-poultry-pets thepawparkscottishborders@outlook.com For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 08 Feb 2023 | The Agri-Environment Scheme, Big Farmland Bird Count, Nourish Scotland & Toe Health | 00:32:02 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Kerry hears from Farm Advisors, Tiffany, George, and Robert to find out about what’s been going on in the agricultural sector and Diana Garduño Jiménez from Nourish joins us to tell us what’s on their desk, and about their toe health. Show Notes 00:34- Rural Roundup 22:53 - Interview with Diana from Nourish 31:00- Outro
FAS Resources Other Links Soil Association Certification Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (ruralpayments.org) Big Farmland Bird Count - Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (bfbc.org.uk) Agroecology: enabling the transition - Nourish Scotland
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 | |||||||
| 19 Jul 2023 | SPOTLIGHT: Policy | 00:36:03 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Tiffany, George & Robert catch up with Steven Thomson, Rural Policy specialist from SRUC for the second policy spotlight update this year. FAS Resources Other Links: Steven Thomson — SRUC, Scotland's Rural College For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 15 Mar 2024 | Trees of the Gaelic World : SCOT’S PINE (mini-series) | 00:35:24 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. This episode is part of a spotlight mini-series titled Trees of the Gaelic World. This episode is all about Scot’s Pine and will explore the Gaelic language and lore surrounding the species with scholar Dr Mìcheal Newton, and advice from Alan Crawford from The Woodland Trust on the best conditions for the species, and how to manage or establish Scot’s Pine on our land in the current day. You can find three more episodes in this series on the Rural Roundup Podcast, we also cover, Yew, Birch and Oak. Dr Mìcheal Newton was awarded a Ph.D. in Celtic Studies from the University of Edinburgh in 1998 for his dissertation The Tree in Scottish Gaelic Literature and Tradition. Music Credit: Our sincere thanks go to composer David Bertrand for providing the folk music interludes in this episode. https://www.davidbertrandmusic.com/ Resources Tree Planting Advice - Plant Trees - Woodland Trust Michael S Newton - Academia.edu https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/publications/2023/01/trees-for-the-crofting-community/
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot
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| 30 Aug 2023 | SPOTLIGHT: Farm Health & Safety | 00:42:26 | |||||
*Content Warning* This podcast discusses accidents, injuries, and fatalities, some of which involve children. Though there is no gore, and this is discussed in a factual manner, please consider if you are able to listen to this episode safely. * Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Tiffany, George & Robert are joined by Kathy Gostick, Health & Safety Inspector for HSE to discuss Farm Health & Safety in-depth. HSE Links & Guidance: Stats: It’s time for farmers to ‘think differently about safety’ says regulator | HSE Media Centre Work-related fatal injuries in Great Britain, 2023 (hse.gov.uk)
Recent Campaigns: HSE Agriculture ebulletin: It's time for farmers to 'think differently about safety' Work Right Agriculture Campaign - 'Your Farm Your Future' Welcome to the 10th Annual Farm Safety Week - YellowWellies.org
Vehicles: Safe workplace transport - Agricultural - HSE Safe Stop for workplace transport Maintenance - Agriculture - HSE
Cattle: Handling and housing cattle AIS35 (hse.gov.uk) HSE AIS17 EW Cattle and public access in England and Wales (hse.gov.uk) HSE AIS17 S Cattle and public access in Scotland (hse.gov.uk) The Countryside Code - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
OHPLs: Agriculture: Electricity (hse.gov.uk)
16 Nov 2022 | Avian Influenza, Production & Exclusions Letters, and upcoming bonus content. | 00:28:27 | | ||||
In this fortnight’s edition we get the latest news from Tiffany MacTaggart, who is joined by Robert Ramsay and George Chalmers to discuss what’s happening in the agricultural sector, I (Kerry Hammond) bring you the latest useful resources and events from the Farm Advisory Service, and I talk to Calum Johnston about some exciting bonus content he has been creating for future Rural Roundup episodes. 00:20 - Rural Roundup with Tiffany MacTaggart, Robert Ramsay, and George Chalmers 04:00 –Avian Influenza on the rise 06:50 – Avian Flu’s impact on Christmas turkeys 09:05 – Production & Exclusion letters for 2016 11:45 – Cropping for 2023 17:50 – What’s new from FAS 22:35 – Upcoming Bonus Content Related FAS Resources Responding To The Energy Crisis | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Related Other resources: Avian influenza (bird flu): how to spot and report the disease - gov.scot (www.gov.scot) Contact APHA - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 12 Apr 2023 | A Spotlight on Rural Policy, a Peek at the Scottish Farm Business Survey Results, and Farmer networks for Livestock Projects. | 00:46:36 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Kerry hears from Farm Advisors, Tiffany, and George who are joined by SRUC’s Steven Thomson, (Reader in Agricultural Economics and Policy) to spotlight what is happening in rural policy. Sascha Grierson, Principal Consultant for the Scottish Farm Business Survey, joins us to give us some insight from the latest Survey results, hot off the press from March 30th. And we’re joined by Dr Claire Morgan-Davies a livestock systems scientist at SRUC who tells us what’s on her desk and highlights some interesting projects for Farmers to get involved with. Hosted by Kerry Hammond and edited by Kieron Sim. Executive Producer Kerry Hammond. In association with the Scottish Government Show Notes 01:04- Rural Roundup policy spotlight with Steven Thomson 22:54-Scottish Farm Business Survey Results 36:33- What’s on your desk – Claire Morgan Davies 45:54- Resources and next episode information
FAS Resources Whole Farm Benchmarks Tool 2021-22 | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)
Other Links: Agricultural Reform Programme (ruralpayments.org) Steven Thomson — SRUC, Scotland's Rural College Steven Thomson (@StevenGThomson) / Twitter Scottish farm business income: annual estimates 2021-2022 - gov.scot (www.gov.scot) Farm Business Incomes 2021-22 (www.gov.scot) Sascha Grierson PhD | LinkedIn | |||||||
| 11 Oct 2023 | AECS 2024, The Nature Restoration Fund and The Scottish Agricultural Awards | 00:20:20 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode George & Tiffany chat about the Scottish Agricultural awards, AECS 2024 and the Nature Restoration Fund. FAS Resources Borders Vet Lab Visit | Events helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Links Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (ruralpayments.org) Scottish Government Nature Restoration Fund (NRF) | NatureScot Scottish Agricultural Awards | RHASS
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot
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| 24 May 2023 | Headlines & Deadlines, Talking Silage; Whack it, Bale it & Stack it, & Abi Mordin from Propagate | 00:27:27 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Tiffany MacTaggart and George Chalmers bring you the headlines and deadlines to note for the fortnight, George & Robert discuss silage, and I’m joined by Abi Mordin, Co-director at Propagate who tells us about what’s on her desk, in her polytunnels, greenhouses and more. Other Links: A network for farmers in South West Scotland (propagate.org.uk) Regenerative Farming Network (dgsustainablefoodpartnership.org) @PropagateScotland on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube @D&GGoodFood on Twitter and Facebook Regenerative Farming Network South West Scotland | Facebook Soilmentor – The app for regenerative farmers (vidacycle.com) For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot
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| 19 Oct 2022 | Preparing For Sustainable Farming & Agricultural Bill Consultation | 00:18:57 | |||||
In this fortnight’s edition we get the latest news from Tiffany MacTaggart, and are joined by George Chalmers and Robert Ramsay to talk about soils and fertilisers. Janette Sutherland is here to give an update on her personal development bookclub, and Amy Burton from Azets Accountants and Consultancy gives us an insight onto what’s on her desk. Show Notes 00:20 - Rural Roundup with Tiffany MacTaggart 04:05 – Soils and Fertilisers with Robert and George 09:30 – Updates from the Farm Advisory Service 10:30 - Personal Development Bookclub with Janette Sutherland 15:30 – What’s On Your Desk – with Amy Burton from Azets Accountants and Advisory Services Linked FAS resources: https://www.fas.scot/crops-soils/ https://www.fas.scot/events/event/personal-development-book-club-2/ Local Accountants & Business Advisory Services | Azets UK Linked Other resources: For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot
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| 18 Dec 2024 | Keeping Well at Christmas | 00:19:32 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, we’re joined by George Chalmers & Tiffany Stephenson who discuss all relevant schemes and deadlines, and look ahead to Christmas in the Farming Community. FAS Resources Mental Health and Wellbeing | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service fas.scot/downloads/mental-health-and-wellbeing/ Other Resources Christmas and mental health - Mind Farmstrong Scotland - Live Well, Farm & Croft Well Preparing for sustainable farming - gov.scot Scottish Suckler Beef Support Scheme (Mainland and Islands) Agri-Environment Climate Scheme For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 25 May 2022 | Introducing The Rural Roundup | 00:29:38 | |||||
The Rural Roundup is Scotland's Farm Advisory Service's regular Podcast, hosted by Kerry Hammond, featuring a roundup of the latest news, information and opinions from some of our other Podcast show hosts. Listen to find out what new information, events and resources are available through the FAS website, and get to know someone working in Industry with our short segment "What's on your desk?" For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 02 Aug 2023 | Farm Labour shortages, free upskilling events, and a conversation with The Soil Association | 00:30:30 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Tiffany, George & Robert discuss recent weather patterns, silage, a new outbreak of bird flu, and mull over the issues caused by a national labour shortage on farms. Later, we are joined by Ana Allamand, Knowledge Exchange Manager for The Soil Association, to tell us about some of the exciting projects they are working on. FAS Resources https://www.fas.scot/events/event/selecting-finished-lambs-and-butchery-demonstration/ https://www.fas.scot/events/event/young-farmers-upskilling-workshop-cowsignals/
Other Links: https://www.soilassociation.org/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/ana-allamand-b2401437/?locale=en_US
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 01 Mar 2023 | Bonus Content: Lindsay Robertson, Long Island Retreats | 00:30:13 | |||||
This week the Rural Roundup is bringing you the latest in our series of six diversified farm businesses across Scotland, asking them about their journeys, the conversations they had along the way, and the decisions they had to make. This week we’re going to hear the Story of Lindsay Robertson from Long Island Retreats. A woman who invites Shetland ponies into her home was perhaps always destined to create a crofting experience where visitors get to share her love of animals. Born out of their passion for the land and livestock Lindsay and her partner DJ launched Long Island Retreats & Larder in 2022. The business combines croft tours, croft produce and soon will launch croft accommodation to deliver a fully immersive crofting experience, the first of its kind in the Outer Hebrides, allowing visitors to step off the beaten track and out onto their croft at Loch Skipport, South Uist. Lindsay's background in marketing and business development has been pivotal in the development of the croft business, Calum Johnston, one of our FAS advisors sat down with Lindsay to find out more about this exciting new diversified business. Related Resources Visit South Uist Long Island Retreats Long Island Retreats | Facebook Long Island Retreats & Larder (@longislandretreats) • Instagram photos and videos Long Island Retreats | Linktree For more information visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 05 Jul 2023 | Royal Highland Show, Bracken Control and Thrill of The Hill | 00:21:59 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Tiffany, George & Robert catch up after the Royal Highland Show, discuss the difficulties around Bracken Control and roundup sector performance at the moment. We are also joined by Alexander Pirie, Senior Consultant at SAC Consulting and host of the Thrill of the Hill Podcast, one of our sister Podcast shows, as he tells us what’s coming up on their podcast this year. FAS Resources Thrill of the Hill | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Borders Biodiversity Meeting | Events helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)
Other Links: Use of Asulox for bracken control - gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 28 Feb 2024 | SPOTLIGHT: Policy | 00:39:01 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. This episode was recorded on Tuesday 20th Feb 2024 and all information considered correct to this date. On today’s episode Robert, Tiffany and George are joined by Professor Steven Thomson from SRUC’s Rural Policy Centre. They discuss the potential future landscape of funding, common grazings & small holders, policy and pressures around GHG emissions, and value chain need for reduced emissions and increased biodiversity. Discussion touches on the next generation of farmers, and how policy can encourage young people into the industry. Other Resources Agricultural Reform Route Map (ruralpayments.org) Agricultural Reform What will Future Support Look Like? (ruralpayments.org) Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 06 Dec 2023 | “A Farmer isn’t just for Christmas”, Public Perception of Farming Throughout the Year | 00:21:20 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode George, Robert & Tiffany chat about the run up to Christmas, how the public get interested in farms, farming, and local food at this time of year, and how we could make more of this for the rest of the year. FAS Resources Positive PR | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Positive PR Infographic | Information helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) fas.scot/downloads/creating-a-social-media-campaign-fact-sheet/ For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 22 Jan 2025 | First Footing Forward: Plan for the Year Ahead | 00:21:04 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, we’re joined by George Chalmers & Tiffany Stephenson who discuss what Farmers & Crofters can do to put the best foot forward in the New Year, to give themselves a good chance of a successful 2025. Related Resources Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) Agri-Environment Climate Scheme Avian influenza (bird flu) outbreaks - gov.scot
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 28 Dec 2022 | New Years Resolutions, Veganuary, and a spotlight on the Agri Culture Podcast. | 00:26:06 | |||||
In this fortnight’s edition (recorded in advance of the festive break) Tiffany Mactaggart, is joined by Robert Ramsay and George Chalmers who discuss their farming highlights of 2022, their wishes for the next year, and their new year’s resolutions. Mary-Jane Lawrie joins us on the podcast to tell us more about Agri Culture, one of our sister podcasts. Everyone at the Farm Advisory Service, hopes you had a lovely Christmas if you celebrate it, wish you a happy Hogmanay. Show Notes 00:06 - Intro 00:41 -Rural Roundup with TIffany, Robert and George 19:23 – Find out more about our sister Agri Culture Podcast 24:26 - Christmas wishes and next episode details Linked FAS resources: Agri Culture | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Linked Other resources: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-jane-lawrie-05658a253/ HELPLINE OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY: 0808 1234 555 (FREEPHONE) Samaritans | Every life lost to suicide is a tragedy | Here to listen Call 116 123 for free For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 05 Oct 2022 | Early Harvest, Nitrogen Application, Changing Slurry Rules, Basic Payments Scheme | 00:20:50 | |||||
In this fortnight's edition of Rural RoundUp we get the latest news from Tiffany Mactaggart. Robert Ramsay and George Chalmers discuss the energy crisis and we hear all about Janette Sutherland's virtual book club before finishing with 'What's On Your Desk Sascha Grierson?' Linked FAS Resources; Renewed Interest Podcast: https://feeds.captivate.fm/thrill-of-the-hill/ FAS Book Club: Responding to the energy crisis: Linked Other Resources; Farming for a better climate Podcast Series https://www.farmingforabetterclimate.org/about-us/farming-for-a-better-climate-podcast-series/ For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 26 Apr 2023 | Pasture for Life, Exploring Unconventional Grazing, the Proposed Closure of the Forfar Mart and the Potential Consequences | 00:22:24 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode we hear from Farm Advisors, Tiffany, George & Robert discussing the proposed closure of the Forfar Mart, the potential consequences of this and the need for robust infrastructure in the wider farming sector, and we’re joined by Nikki Yoxall Head of Research at Pasture for Life, PHD student at CCRI, and Grazier and unconventional farmer joins us to tell us more about pasture for life and discusses what the future of livestock grazing may look like. Hosted by Kerry Hammond and edited by Kieron Sim. Executive Producer Kerry Hammond. In association with the Scottish Government Show Notes 00:59 - The Rural Roundup 09:40 - What’s on your desk with Nikki Yoxall 21:44 - Resources and next episode information
Other Links: Pasture for Life – Certified 100% grass-fed meat, milk and dairy Members – Pasture for Life – Certified 100% grass-fed meat, milk and dairy Nikki (Gilbey) Yoxall | LinkedIn Follow Nikki on Twitter: @howemill
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 23 Jan 2023 | Bonus Content: Jock Gibson, Edinvale Farm (Diversification Story) | 00:32:27 | |||||
This week the Rural Roundup is bringing you something a little different, we spoke to six diversified farm businesses across Scotland, asking them about their journeys, the conversations they had along the way, and the decisions they had to make. This week we’re going to hear the story of Jock Gibson from Edinvale Farm. Jock is a partner of Edinvale Farms and Managing Director of Macbeth’s Butchers, both family owned businesses. Jock and his wife Fiona farm cattle and sheep in Moray and are 'Pasture for Life Certified' they also run Macbeth's Butchers in Forres, operate an online-shop / mail order butchery, and have an honesty shed shop on-farm. Listen in as Jock tells us about the decisions they made along their journey. Related Resources Macbeth's - Scottish online butcher and game dealer (macbeths.com) Edinvale Farm | Forres | Facebook Edinvale Farm – Pasture for Life – Certified 100% grass-fed meat, milk and dairy For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 02 Nov 2022 | Sheep & Beef Support Schemes PLUS talking AgriScot | 00:16:35 | |||||
In this fortnight’s edition we get the latest news from Tiffany MacTaggart and are joined by George Chalmers and Robert Ramsay to talk about sheep and beef support schemes and AgriScot. We also get an insight into what’s on Lorna MacPherson's desk. Show Notes 00:20 - Rural Roundup with Tiffany MacTaggart 01:45 –AgriScot with Robert and George 08:20 – Updates from the Farm Advisory Service 10:00 – What’s On Your Desk – with Lorna MacPherson Dairy Consultant SAC Consulting For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 14 Feb 2024 | Downloading the Highlights from the FAS Connect Conference | 00:18:07 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode I’m joined by George Chalmers as he fills me in on the headlines from the inaugural FAS Connect Conference. Remember for PSF options completed in 2023, the claim window runs from 1st March 2023 to 29th February 2024. FAS Resources FAS Connect | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service FAS Connect Conference | Events helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service Other Resources Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 22 Feb 2023 | Agricultural Performance, Nature Friendly Farming Network, & a Six Nations Listen | 00:36:35 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Kerry hears from Farm Advisors, Tiffany, George, and Robert to find out about what’s been going on in the agricultural sector and Phil Knott, Vice Chair of the Scotland Nature Friendly Farming Network tells us what’s on his desk. 00:42- Rural Roundup 19:26 – What’s coming up – events & resources 21:31- Phil Knott – What’s on Your Desk? 35:35 – Outro FAS Resources Postponed - Orkney Women in Agriculture Group - Crunching Carbon Audit Results | Events helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) (Please note this event has been postponed.)
Other Links Sustainable Agriculture Capital Grant Scheme (SACGS) (ruralpayments.org) Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org)
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 17 Jan 2024 | Back to the Future, a Resolution to use our Past to Inform our Next Steps | 00:28:18 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode George & Robert think about what Rabbie Burns would have to say about Farming today. They reflect on the similarities, and the massive changes that agriculture has seen since the Poet was working a plough. We are also joined by Phil Knott a crofter from Skye, the Vice-Chair of the Nature Friendly Farming Network and facilitator of two farmers networks. Phil also discusses the value of looking back to a traditional way of farming, not for conservation, but to ensure that farmers are getting the best out of their land and their enterprises. He tells us about his own crofting innovations and brings us news of a network of Crofters in Caithness and Sutherland, crofting in a nature friendly way. FAS Resources FAS Connect | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service FAS Connect Conference Tickets, Wed 31 Jan 2024 at 10:00 | Eventbrite Other Resources Agroecology: strengthening livelihoods - Nourish Scotland BBC - Robert Burns - The Ploughman For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 30 Nov 2022 | Soil Sampling, Economic Uncertainty, and a Controversial Trifle Recipe | 00:28:36 | |||||
In this fortnight’s edition we get the latest news from Tiffany MacTaggart, who is joined by Robert Ramsay and George Chalmers to discuss what’s happening in the agricultural sector, I (Kerry Hammond) bring you the latest useful resources and events from the Farm Advisory Service, and I talk to Chloe McCulloch, Principal Consultant at SAC Consulting, and Programme Lead for the Farm Advisory Service, to find out what’s on her desk, and some of her polarising opinions on trifle. Linked FAS Resources: Scottish Farm Business Survey | SRUC Whole farm benchmarks | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Linked Other Resources: Business contacts | Lantra - Scotland Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) Farm carbon calculator | Home | Agrecalc For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot RSABI CONTACT DETAILS HELPLINE OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY: 0808 1234 555 (FREEPHONE) | |||||||
| 22 May 2024 | A Carbon Conversation, audits, emissions, reductions and more | 00:25:50 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode I’m joined by George Chalmers and Tiffany Stephenson who chat all things Carbon. Carbon Audits, emissions reductions and more. FAS Resources Carbon Audits | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Specialist Advice | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Resources Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (ruralpayments.org) Carbon Literacy for rural industries | Keep Scotland Beautiful For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 10 Aug 2022 | Harvest Discussion and Agri-Update | 00:27:57 | |||||
00:18 - Rural Roundup with Tiffany MacTaggart 04:05 - This years harvest discussion with Robert Ramsay and George Chalmers 13:35 - Other great podcasts from the Farm Advisory Service 16:10 - What's On Your Desk? With Brady Stevens For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot Relevant links: https://www.fas.scot/publication/crofting-matters-bull-management/ https://www.fas.scot/publication/peter-eccles-success-out-with-succession/ https://www.fas.scot/publication/cropcast-episode-1-winter-crop-disease-management-for-2022/ | |||||||
| 30 Jun 2022 | Cereal, Wool and Pig Market Updates, plus Increased Tick Burdens | 00:16:48 | |||||
This fortnight's roundup features updates on the Cereal, Wool, and Pig market. As well as a warning about increased tick burdens in sheep and cattle. Janette Sutherland is back with the first instalment of her personal development bookclub, and we speak with Agricalc and Agricultural consultant Anna Sellars to find out more about her and what’s on her desk. On this episode: 0:24 – Rural Roundup with Tiffany McTaggart 3:55 – Personal Development Bookclub with Janette Sutherland 6:23 – 13th of June Women in Agriculture Event ‘Get The Most Out Of Your Soil’ 7:48 – 30th June – Wedding Venues & Diversification at Cairns Farm 8:34 – 21st July – Farming Organically at West Moss Farm 8:48 - 5th July – Arable Scotland Is Back! 10:20 – ‘What’s On Your Desk’ with Anna Sellars 16:18 – How to like and subscribe for more
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 10 May 2023 | Picking out the Positives from Agricultural Sectors and Planning for Water Scarcity with SEPA | 00:23:51 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode George & Robert pick out some positives from across the Sectors, and I’m joined by Nathan Critchlow-Watton , Head of Water and Planning at SEPA, Scottish Environment Protection Agency, to tell us more about planning for water scarcity in Scotland. Show Notes 00:31 - The Rural Roundup with George and Robert 14:14 – Water Scarcity in Scotland 22.28– I need your help! Listener request.
FAS Resources Water Requirements at Grass | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)
Other Links: Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) Homepage Water scarcity | Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) sepa-a4-flyer-agriculture-final.pdf Reduce Diffuse Pollution Risks in Farming. Know the regulations. (farmingandwaterscotland.org) Listen to farming and water Scotland podcasts here: Farming & Water Scotland (audioboom.com)
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot
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| 07 Sep 2022 | Nutrient Budgeting, Basic Payments, Hedge Trimming, Scottish Upland Sheep Support Scheme | 00:30:16 | |||||
Tiffany McTaggart - Rural Roundup 0:22.697 Margo McGill 18:28 Other great podcasts from the Farm Advisory Service 13:44.468 Robert Ramsay & George Chalmers - Calf sales and Harvest 2:4 Linked FAS resources: https://www.fas.scot/events/event/grazing-lambs-for-productive-flocks/ https://www.fas.scot/events/event/grazing-ewes-for-productive-flocks/ https://www.fas.scot/events/event/backing-beef-what-does-the-future-hold/ Linked Other resources: Lockharts / Law. Meet The Team. (lockhartslaw.com)
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 | |||||||
| 25 Oct 2023 | Spotlight on Policy | 00:27:14 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, George & Robert are joined by Professor Steven Thomson from SRUC’s Rural Policy Centre to shine a spotlight on what’s happening currently with rural and agricultural policy. For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 20 Dec 2023 | Working Together in Agriculture to Amplify Success | 00:28:36 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode George, Robert & Tiffany discuss collaboration and partnerships, looking at examples like The Scottish Pig Producers, and investigating how technology could facilitate collaboration. We are also joined by Tara Wight from The Landworker’s Alliance discussing their work in bringing people together, and the benefit of Farmer’s networks. FAS Resources Cooperation & Collaboration Resources (fas.scot) Other Resources Landworkers' Alliance Homepage (landworkersalliance.org.uk) SCOTTISH PIG PRODUCERS - Home (scottishpigs.coop)
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 29 Mar 2023 | Bonus Content: Cara Cameron Loch View Rural Training | 00:32:07 | |||||
Cara Cameron is a Welsh girl living in the Scottish highlands with a love of the outdoors and agriculture. She has a thirst for knowledge and also loves to be able to pass on her experiences to others. After her time studying agriculture at SRUC (formerly SAC) at Craibstone in Aberdeen, she then went on to complete a post-grad in Organic farming. Cara launched Lochview Rural Training from her own croft in Sutherland in 2021. Lochview Rural Training is situated in the beautiful Sutherland landscape. A social enterprise and registered Scottish Charity, with the key aim to promote, organise and deliver rural learning, training and career opportunities. Cara is passionate about improving awareness, knowledge and access to the rural landscape and promoting understanding of the value of rural life to social wellbeing for all. Lochview Rural Training offers a range of training for anyone from 7 years to adult. Calum Johnston, one of our FAS advisors, and FAS TV Producers sat down with Cara to find out more about Loch View Rural Training, and the amazing impact it has on the families and people who visit. Related Materials https://lochviewruraltraining.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/LochviewRuralTraining https://www.instagram.com/lochviewruraltraining/ For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 15 Mar 2023 | Bonus Content: Tina MacPhail & Iain MacMillan, Grinneabhat Community Space | 00:34:07 | |||||
This week the Rural Roundup is bringing you something a little different, we spoke to six diversified farm businesses across Scotland, asking them about their journeys, the conversations they had along the way, and the decisions they had to make. This week we’re going to hear the Story of Tina MacPhail, the manager of Grinneabhat Community Space who is joined by Iain MacMillan a crofting consultant at SAC Consulting. Tina MacPhail has worked in hospitality for over 30 years, doing everything from dishwashing to accounting. The community has always played a large part in the roles she has held, as Tina believes Community and Hospitality go hand in hand. Her current role with Grinneabhat Community Hub gives her the opportunity to stay true to her Isle of Lewis roots - her Family, Traditions, Gaelic and crofting and passing it on to others . UCBA (Bragar and Arnol community trust) is the owner of the Grinneabhat community building in North Bragar, Isle of Lewis. The community is at the heart of the Trust. Grinneabhat community building provides community facilities, a community veg garden and market, an exhibition space with regularly changing features, a cafe, self-catering accommodation for 12 in four en-suite rooms, one fully wheelchair accessible, a laundrette and an electric car charging point. UCBA (Bragar and Arnol community trust) is a social enterprise, a small community organisation with big ideas remaining true to itself, with community, family Gaelic and tradition at its heart. Calum Johnston, one of our FAS advisors, sat down with Tina to find out more about this fantastic community resource, and how it helps the crofting communities it serves. Related Resources: Grinneabhat, Bragar | Hostel & Café | Fàilte is furan For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 01 Feb 2023 | Bonus Content: Caroline Hamilton, Cairns Farm Estate | 00:46:24 | |||||
The incredible transformation of Cairns Farm from hill sheep farm to a gorgeous destination wedding and events venue is a wonderful success story from Caroline Hamilton and her husband, fourth generation farmer Graham. Caroline has three adult children, and whilst none of the three were keen to take on the hill farming aspect of the business, all three were incredibly proud of their home and heritage, and worked with Caroline to ensure it’s future success. Caroline at Cairns farm started the incredible £1.9 million diversification project in 2017, and weathered many issues with the project through Covid and Brexit, resulting in a gorgeous and unique wedding and events venue. Calum Johnston, one of our FAS advisors, and FAS TV Producers sat down with Caroline at her kitchen table, to find out the details. https://www.cairnsfarmestate.co.uk/ For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 21 Sep 2022 | Muirburn, The Australian Trade Deal, The Nature Restoration Fund, and Forage Budgeting, | 00:28:32 | |||||
In this fortnight’s edition of the Rural Roundup, we get the latest news from Tiffany Mactaggart and we speak to Sascha Grierson and Mark Bowsher-Gibbs about the benefits of the new Quick FAS tool, as well as how to get the best outcome for your crop. We bring you a highlight from the latest Natural Capital podcast, where Stan Phillips and Helen Bibby discuss Scotland's Rainforests. Finally, we speak to Iain Boyd and ask him 'What's on your desk?' Linked FAS resources: Natural Capital podcast Series: https://feeds.captivate.fm/natural-capital/ https://open.spotify.com/show/3RonMCZhbF92rSxI97VnpK Alternatives to Land Ownership - North Region Event (24th September) https://www.fas.scot/events/event/alternatives-to-land-ownership-north-region/ Linked Other resources: For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 27 Jul 2022 | Regenerative Agriculture and Organics | 00:27:11 | |||||
In this fortnight’s edition of the rural roundup we get the latest news from Tiffany Mactaggart and we speak to George Chalmers and Robert Ramsay about regenerative agriculture and organics. We hear about the latest instalment of the personal development book club from Janette Sutherland and find out about a brand new Dragon’s Den imitative for new entrants to farming. Finally, we speak to Rosanna Fraser from Bidwells to find out what’s on their desk. Linked FAS resources: Linked Other resources: Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) Sustainable Farming Survey Open (ruralpayments.org) beef_sector_strategy_2030.pdf (qmscotland.co.uk) https://uk.linkedin.com/in/rosanna-fraser-24b584100 For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 17 Jul 2024 | The Whole Farm Plan | 00:22:59 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode I’m joined by George Chalmers & Tiffany Stephenson to talk about The Whole Farm Plan, and what it means for farmers, crofters & smallholders. FAS Resources Preparing For The Future | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) The Farm Management Handbook | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Events | Events helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Resources Whole Farm Plan (ruralpayments.org) Scottish IPM Assessment Plan | Plant Health Centre For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 19 Feb 2025 | Spring Update, Avian Flu & a “New Deal for Agriculture” | 00:38:55 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, we’re joined by George Chalmers & Tiffany Stephenson who bring us their Spring Update, with information on the “New Deal for Agriculture”, NVZ, claim deadlines for PSF & AECS Capital claims, an update on h5n1, and a market update. Related Resources Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) Avian influenza (bird flu) outbreaks - gov.scot For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 08 Nov 2023 | Storm Babet, PSF Funding Opportunities and a Conversation about Sheep and Cow Supplementation | 00:36:51 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode George & Robert discuss the recent extreme weather events and the opportunities for farmers through PSF (Preparing for Sustainable Farming). We are also joined by Dr Annie Williams to discuss optimum mineral supplementation for cows and sheep. FAS Resources fas.scot/downloads/water-management-on-your-farm-resilience/ Mineral Supplementation for Sheep Webinar - YouTube Mineral Supplementation for Cattle Webinar - YouTube Cattle Mineral Supplementation | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Links Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) RSABI Launches £100,000 Flooding Fund for Farmers - RSABI Fundraiser by John Morrison : Brechin Community Assistance Fund (gofundme.com) Guide to Natural Flood Management (farmingandwaterscotland.org)
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 13 Mar 2024 | Spring Updates, SAF, IACS, AECS, Calving, Lambing and Cropping Advice | 00:24:31 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. George Chalmers and Tiffany Stephenson discuss, in detail, all the things we need to focus on for Spring, including the Single Application Form (IACS), the Agri-Environment Scheme (AECS), and advice pertinent to calving, lambing, cropping and grass for Spring. FAS Resources Other Resources Basic Payment Scheme (ruralpayments.org) Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (ruralpayments.org) For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 13 Jul 2022 | Basic Payment Scheme, Avian Influenza, and Agri-Environment Schemes | 00:25:32 | |||||
This fortnight's roundup features news updates on the Basic Payment Scheme, avian influenza and agri-environment schemes. Janette Sutherland is back with the second instalment of her personal development bookclub. We learn about lead poisoning and its causes, calving heifers and finally, we speak with Tom Rust, a land agent from Bell Ingram and ask him what's on his desk. 00:00 Rural Roundup with Tiffany McTaggart 03:27 Talking Local Shows With Robert Ramsay & George Chalmers 12:20 Self Improvement Bookclub With Janette Sutherland 15:29 News & Events 15:45 Lead Poisoning & the Causes 17.05 Are You Calving Your Heifers At The Right Age? 18:25 Asulam Emergency Authorisation 19:23 22nd July Event: Nature Restoration Fund 20:21 Whats On Your Desk: Tom Rust For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 15 Mar 2024 | Trees of the Gaelic World : BIRCH (mini-series) | 00:30:18 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. This episode is part of a spotlight mini-series titled Trees of the Gaelic World. This episode is all about Birch and will explore the Gaelic language and lore surrounding the species with scholar Dr Mìcheal Newton, and advice from Viv Halcrow from The Woodland Trust on the best conditions for the species, and how to manage or establish Birch on our land in the current day. You can find three more episodes in this series on the Rural Roundup Podcast, we also cover, Yew, Oak and Scot’s Pine. Dr Mìcheal Newton was awarded a Ph.D. in Celtic Studies from the University of Edinburgh in 1998 for his dissertation The Tree in Scottish Gaelic Literature and Tradition. Music Credit: Our sincere thanks go to composer David Bertrand for providing the folk music interludes in this episode. https://www.davidbertrandmusic.com/ Resources Tree Planting Advice - Plant Trees - Woodland Trust Michael S Newton - Academia.edu Home (hiddenglenfolk.org)http://woodlandcrofts.org/?page_id=552 https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/publications/2023/01/trees-for-the-crofting-community/ https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/Celebrating-Birch-by-Greg-Wright/9781565233072 https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/Birch-by-Anna-Lewington/9781789140118
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot
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| 18 Sep 2024 | Climate Week | 00:29:24 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, Farm Advisors Tiffany Stephenson from St Boswells, George Chalmers from Turriff and Robert Ramsay from Ayr, give us the latest agricultural updates from the Borders, N. East and S. West of Scotland, and are later joined by Iain Boyd, a senior Environmental Consultant to talk about Climate Week and what opportunities it brings to Crofters and Farmers in Scotland. FAS Resources Climate Change resources for farmers from Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Resources Climate Week | Net Zero Nation For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 07 Jun 2023 | On-Farm Events & Farmer to Farmer Learning and Talking Stock Talk | 00:23:52 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode George & Robert discuss the plethora of opportunities to get onto other people’s farms to learn and get inspired, and we’re joined by Kirstyn Blackwood the producer of our sister Podcast Stock Talk who chats with me and Robert about what’s coming up in the year ahead.
FAS Resources Events | Events helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Arable Scotland | Events helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Stock Talk | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)
Other Links: Arable Scotland 2023 Tickets, Tue 4 Jul 2023 at 09:00 | Eventbrite
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 16 Aug 2023 | Agriculture: Learning on the job | 00:19:08 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Tiffany, George & Robert catch up with Jennifer Mitchell and Emma Newlands to find out what they have been getting up to on their summer placements with SAC Consulting. For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 21 Aug 2024 | Agritourism, the People, the Places, the Produce | 00:40:21 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode I’m joined by George Chalmers, Robert Ramsay & Osla Jamwal-Fraser to talk about agritourism, opportunities to diversify and the added value opportunities for Scottish Agriculture. FAS Resources Alternative Enterprises | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Resources Agriturismo.it - True Italian agritourism only For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 16 Jun 2022 | Official Controls Register, Food Processing Grant, and AECS information | 00:19:44 | |||||
This fortnight's roundup features information on The Official Controls (plant protection products) Register 2020, The 2022 Food Processing Marketing and Co-operation grant, and some timely information on the agri-environmental climate scheme inspections taking place for 2023 applications. We hear from Janette Sutherland about the new FAS personal development book club, kicking off soon, and hear from Malcolm MacDonald to ask him What's on his desk? On this episode: 0:23 – Rural Roundup with Tiffany McTaggart 2:34 – Personal Development Bookclub with Janette Sutherland 6:36 – Introducing the Crofting Matters Podcast https://player.captivate.fm/episode/7b6cef6e-c9c4-476f-a4ea-84d8c2853c8a 7:39 – June 2022 Agribusiness News https://www.fas.scot/publication/agribusiness-news-june-2022/ 8:15 – Carbon Audit Webinar with the Perthshire Women in Agriculture Group 8:40 – FAS At the Highland Show 9:04 – Introducing FAS Connect 9:57 – ‘What's On Your Desk’ with Malcolm Macdonald 19:18 – How to like and subscribe for more For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 17 Apr 2024 | Water, Water Everywhere and Far Too Much to Do | 00:44:28 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode I’m joined by George Chalmers, Robert Ramsay and Tiffany Stephenson who discuss the recent bout of wet weather, and the implications of this on our agricultural businesses. We also talk about beef enterprise efficiencies. I’m later joined by Sascha Grierson, Principal Consultant at SAC Consulting and Project Lead for the Scottish Farm Business Survey, commissioned by the Scottish Government. Sascha tells us the latest findings from the Scottish & Farm Business Survey, and provides some figures for industry performance. If you want to sign up for the farm business survey please email Sascha.grierson@sac.co.uk FAS Resources Whole Farm Benchmarks Tool 2022-23 | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Resources Agricultural Reform Route Map (ruralpayments.org)
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 25 Jan 2023 | NVZs, Budget updates, Farmstrong Scotland & a Spotlight on the Crofting Matters Podcast | 00:39:27 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. Happy New Year and a Happy Burns Night from all of us at the Farm Advisory Service! This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode we will join Farm Advisors, Tiffany, George, and Robert to find out about what’s been going on in the agricultural sector, we bring you an update on some new Farm Advisory Service resources, events, and other events happening in industry, and Siobhan MacDonald, host of our sister podcast, Crofting Matters, to take us on a quick whistlestop tour of the Crofting Matters series. Show Notes 00:07 – Intro with Kerry 00:59 – Rural Roundup with Tiffany, Robert & George 18:49– What's coming up from the Farm Advisory Service & what's happening in industry 26:39 – Find out more about the Crofting Matters Podcast 38:15 – Details of our next episodes FAS Resources Crofting Matters | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Common Grazings Dilemmas | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Crofting Legislation | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) FAS TV | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service
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| 17 Oct 2024 | Policy Spotlight - Calving Intervals & EFA | 00:48:24 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, Farm Advisors Tiffany, George and Robert give us the latest agricultural updates from around Scotland, and are then joined by Professor Steven Thomson, Professor of Agricultural Economics and Policy at SRUC to discuss the latest policy updates, including EFA, Calving Intervals and more. FAS Resources Stock Talk | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)
Other Resources Scottish-Suckler-Beef-Support-Scheme-FAQ-June-2024-v2.pdf
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 27 Sep 2023 | Basic Payment Scheme, the Scottish Upland Sheep Support Scheme, and an Organic success story | 00:24:47 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode George & Tiffany bring you some good news about the Basic Payment Scheme, The Scottish Upland Sheep Support Scheme, and an Organic success story. Tiffany Stephenson also tells us about another podcast she hosts, called CropCast, and tells us what we can expect to hear in those episodes. FAS Resources Organics Discussion Group from the Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Organics podcasts | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) CropCast | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Stock Talk | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Links Scottish Upland Sheep Support Scheme (ruralpayments.org) Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) Basic Payment Scheme (ruralpayments.org) Welcome | Scottish Organic Milk Farm Resilience Programme - The Royal Countryside Fund Scottish Smallholder Festival October 2023 - Scottish Smallholder Festival
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 19 Mar 2025 | Headlines & Deadlines for SAF (IACS) and AECS | 00:25:24 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, we’re joined by George Chalmers & Tiffany Stephenson who talk headlines and deadlines. We talk about the Single Application Form (IACS) window, AECS, and changes to both. We also discuss “Fair work first” and what that means for farmers & crofters undertaking an AECS. Related Resources Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF)
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| 21 Jun 2023 | SPOTLIGHT: Environment | 00:37:54 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Tiffany & George are joined by Iain Boyd, Senior Environmental Consultant at SAC Consulting for the first quarterly spotlight on the Environment. Discussing water scarcity, wildfires, water pollution and renewables, this is a valuable conversation you don’t want to miss. We are also joined by Rachel Smillie, host of the Natural Capital Podcast, one of our sister Podcast shows, as she tells us what’s coming up on their podcast this year. FAS Resources https://www.fas.scot/news/nature-based-solutions-to-combat-drought-and-flooding/ https://www.fas.scot/sounds/natural-capital/ Other Links: https://www.sepa.org.uk/environment/water/water-scarcity/ https://www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/know-the-rules/ https://businessenergyscotland.org/smeloan/ https://www.netregs.org.uk/environmental-topics/water/water-use-and-efficiency/
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 15 Mar 2024 | Trees of the Gaelic World : YEW (mini-series) | 00:29:56 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. This episode is part of a spotlight mini-series titled Trees of the Gaelic World. This episode is all about Yew and will explore the Gaelic language and lore surrounding the species with scholar Dr Mìcheal Newton, and advice from Iona Hyde from The Woodland Trust on the best conditions for the species, and how to manage or establish Yew on our land in the current day. You can find three more episodes in this series on the Rural Roundup Podcast, we also cover, Yew, Birch and Scot’s Pine. Dr Mìcheal Newton was awarded a Ph.D. in Celtic Studies from the University of Edinburgh in 1998 for his dissertation The Tree in Scottish Gaelic Literature and Tradition. Music Credit: Our sincere thanks go to composer David Bertrand for providing the folk music interludes in this episode. https://www.davidbertrandmusic.com/ Resources Tree Planting Advice - Plant Trees - Woodland Trust Michael S Newton - Academia.edu https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/publications/2023/01/trees-for-the-crofting-community/ For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot
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| 20 Nov 2024 | The Autumn Budget 2024 (Death & Money) | 00:28:52 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, we’re joined by Sascha Grierson, Principal Consultant & Agri-Economics lead at SAC Consulting and Andrew Coalter Senior Consultant & Chartered Accountant at SAC Consulting who discuss the implications of the Autumn Budget for the Agricultural Industry and dive into detail on the inheritance tax update, and why you should start thinking about Succession, sooner rather than later. FAS Resources SuccessionPlanning | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service SuccessionPlanning – Crofting | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service Other Resources For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 | |||||||
| 14 Dec 2022 | Local Food and Drink, Short Supply Chains, and New Food Product Development | 00:27:16 | |||||
We just want to clarify that the AECS Capital, Sustainable Agriculture Grant Scheme (SACGS) and PSF Carbon Audit/Soil Analysis claim deadlines are the 28th February 2023. If you have AECS Capital Items the work for these must be completed by December 31st 2022. In this fortnight’s edition we get the latest news from Tiffany MacTaggart, who is joined by Robert Ramsay and George Chalmers to discuss what’s happening in the agricultural sector, I (Kerry Hammond) bring you the latest useful resources and events from the Farm Advisory Service, and I talk to Alistair Trail a Principal Food & Enterprise Consultant about his work with Food & Drink businesses, and how some farmers are adding value by making food products. 00:00:00 Intro 00:27:589 Rural Roundup 16:07:582 Advertising Segment 18:18:236 What’s on Your Desk 26:40:055 Outro Related FAS Resources FAS TV | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service Other Related Resources Scottish Suckler Beef Support Scheme (Mainland and Islands) (ruralpayments.org) Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (ruralpayments.org) Sustainable Agriculture Capital Grant Scheme (SACGS) (ruralpayments.org) https://www.linkedin.com/in/alistair-trail-0a498211/ For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 08 Mar 2023 | Getting Ready for IACS, Corncrake Cover, and High Nature Value Farming | 00:29:32 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Kerry hears from Farm Advisors, Tiffany, George, and Robert to find out about what’s been going on in the agricultural sector, and Professor Davy McCracken tells us what’s on his desk. Show Notes 00:40- Rural Roundup 13:25 – What’s coming up – events & resources 15:18- Davy McCracken – What’s on Your Desk, with Professor Davy McCracken 28:33– Outro Related FAS Resources Corncrake | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Corncrake | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Links Land Parcel Identification System (ruralpayments.org) SRUC KIRKTON & AUCHTERTYRE FARMS | Facebook Davy McCracken (@DavyMcCracken) / Twitter Davy McCracken’s Profile | Muck Rack Sustainable Agriculture Capital Grant Scheme (SACGS) (ruralpayments.org) Preparing for Sustainable Farming (PSF) (ruralpayments.org) For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 22 Nov 2023 | Talking Technology | 00:35:40 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode George & Robert are joined by Lorna Galloway, a senior consultant at SAC Consulting to discuss developments in agricultural technology, opportunities for efficiencies and what tech might look like in the future. FAS Resources The FAS Companion App | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service Virtual Fencing | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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| 25 Aug 2022 | Water Scarcity, Interest Rates, and The Economic Conditions of Crofting Survey | 00:24:10 | |||||
In this fortnight’s edition of the Rural Roundup we get the latest news from Tiffany Mactaggart, we speak to George Chalmers and Robert Ramsay about harvest progress and how the dry weather has affected crops and grass. Sascha Grierson and Findlay Ross introduce us to the new Quick FAS feature and we speak to Hamish Logan from Savills to ask him what’s on his desk? | |||||||
| 13 Sep 2023 | SPOTLIGHT: Environment | 00:25:29 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode, George & Robert are joined by Iain Boyd, Senior Environmental Consultant at SAC Consulting, to give our quarterly Environmental update. The guys discuss water quality and scarcity, Carbon offsetting & insetting & a look at current issues with invasive species. FAS Resources https://www.fas.scot/specialist-advice/ https://www.nonnativespecies.org/ https://www.fas.scot/environment/biodiversity/invasive-species/ https://www.fas.scot/events/event/choosing-financial-software-for-your-farm-business/ https://www.fas.scot/events/event/sustainable-sheep-systems/ https://www.fas.scot/events/event/mineral-supplementation-for-sheep-webinar/
Other Links https://www.sepa.org.uk/environment/water/water-scarcity/ Bathing Waters: Homepage (sepa.org.uk) Know the Rules - Diffuse Pollution Information Sheets - Farming and Water Scotland https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2022/03/carbon-insetting-vs-offsetting-an-explainer/
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 15 Mar 2024 | Trees of the Gaelic World : OAK (mini-series) | 00:29:32 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. This episode is part of a spotlight mini-series titled Trees of the Gaelic World. This episode is all about Oak and will explore the Gaelic language and lore surrounding the species with scholar Dr Mìcheal Newton, and advice from Alasdair Firth from The Woodland Trust on the best conditions for the species, and how to manage or establish Oak on our land in the current day. You can find three more episodes in this series on the Rural Roundup Podcast, we also cover, Yew, Birch and Scot’s Pine. Dr Mìcheal Newton was awarded a Ph.D. in Celtic Studies from the University of Edinburgh in 1998 for his dissertation The Tree in Scottish Gaelic Literature and Tradition. Music Credit: Our sincere thanks go to composer David Bertrand for providing the folk music interludes in this episode. https://www.davidbertrandmusic.com/ Resources Tree Planting Advice - Plant Trees - Woodland Trust Michael S Newton - Academia.edu https://www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/publications/2023/01/trees-for-the-crofting-community/ For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 22 Mar 2023 | Getting Ready for SAF/IACS and Diving Deep into the FAS Problem Solver | 00:31:23 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Kerry hears from Farm Advisors, Tiffany, George, and Robert to find out about what’s been going on in the agricultural sector, and Sascha Grierson joins us to tell us about the FAS problem Solver and Lorna MacPherson deep dives into some of the dairy specific resources you can find using this tool. 00:44- Rural Roundup 17:55 – What’s coming up – Events & Resources 19:03- FAS Problem Solver 31:53– Outro FAS Resources FAS Problem Solver | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service Other Resources: Single Application Form 2023 (ruralpayments.org) Transfer of entitlements (ruralpayments.org) Investing in sustainable agriculture - gov.scot (www.gov.scot) For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 31 Jan 2024 | Adverse Weather Advice | 00:19:28 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Round-up hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode Robert, Tiffany and George discuss the impact of the recent wave of bad weather across Scotland. Whether managing flooded soils or staying safe around fallen trees it’s all worth taking a moment to consider best practice and the current advice out there. FAS Resources Other Resources The Forestry (Exemptions) (Scotland) Regulations 2019 (legislation.gov.uk) Scottish Forestry - Felling permission for wind blow Guide to Natural Flood Management (farmingandwaterscotland.org) For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
National Advice Hub Phone: 0300 323 0161 Email: advice@fas.scot | |||||||
| 21 Jun 2024 | Census, Silage, & Scottish Land & Estates | 00:31:52 | |||||
Welcome back to the Rural Roundup hosted by me, Kerry Hammond. This show is produced in association with the Scottish Government. On today’s episode I’m joined by George Chalmers & Tiffany Stephenson who chat about the census, thinking about silage and the ECS organics deadline, and I’m later joined by Eleanor Kay from Scottish Land & Estates who talks about their theme of resilience this year. We discuss everything from their organisational strategy, right through to how land-owners can take advantage of the right opportunities at the right time. FAS Resources https://www.fas.scot/downloads/feed-and-forage-factsheet/ Specialist Advice | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot) Other Resources Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (ruralpayments.org) https://www.ruralpayments.org/news-events/agricultural-census-2024.html https://www.scottishlandandestates.co.uk/ Scottish Land & Estates | Musselburgh | Facebook Natural_Capital_Toolkit_Open_Version.docx (live.com)
For more information, visit www.FAS.scot Twitter: @FASScot Facebook: @FASScot
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