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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 41m

Farmstrong Scotland unveils a comprehensive menopause guide to support Scottish farmers and crofters with advice, myths and expert tips this October.

Farmstrong Scotland launches menopause awareness campaign for farming community

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 1h

Leaders and experts meet in the Cairngorms to plan how Scotland can prevent future wildfires after its most destructive year on record.

Ministers and agencies gather to tackle Scotland’s wildfire risks

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 1h

Festive tractors light up Nairn for charity this December

Tractor convoy to light up Nairn and raise funds for local charities

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 2h

The NSA is urging a full government review of proposed inheritance tax changes that could threaten family farms before the 2025 Autumn Budget.

NSA urges review of farm inheritance tax changes ahead of Autumn Budget

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 3h

RNCI reached 19,893 pupils this year, teaching sustainable farming, food and countryside skills through projects, visits and events.

RNCI reaches almost 20,000 pupils in record-breaking 2024/25 school year

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 4h

Discover how Scottish farmers are using FerAppease, a natural pheromone-based product, to manage cattle stress and improve welfare on beef farms.

FerAppease trials explore stress reduction in Scottish beef herds

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 5h

Greencrop Ltd welcomes Richard Davis as UK Sales Manager, bringing 13 years of agri-industry experience to boost growth and customer support.

Greencrop Ltd appoints Richard Davis as new UK sales manager

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 6h

Jean Garriock shares a delightful photo of Blackie lambs relaxing under the Shetland sun — a perfect glimpse of rural charm and calm.

Blackie lambs basking in Shetland sunshine captured

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 6h

Jennifer O’Hara captures Charlie Boy, a handsome bull, basking in the North Ayrshire sunshine — a perfect snapshot of countryside calm.

Charlie Boy enjoying the weather in North Ayrshire

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 16h

Champion Swaledale ewes reach £800 at Kirkby Stephen, with top averages hitting new highs across multiple flocks.

Swaledale record smashed at Kirkby Stephen sale with ewes realising £800

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 17h

Ram lambs hit £4000 at Harrison & Hetherington’s Bluefaced Leicester Show and Sale in Kirkby Stephen, with top entries drawing strong…

Blueface Leicester ram lambs hit £4000 at Kirkby Stephen crossing show and sale

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 18h

A heartwarming moment on the Isle of Arran as a cow lovingly bathes her calf with gentle licks.

Mum Iona's tender care bathing calf Douglas on Isle of Arran

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 19h

Lanark market dominates the store cattle trade with standout British Blue heifers reaching an impressive 613.7p.

Lanark leads the store cattle trade with British Blue heifers selling to 613.7p

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 20h

BrewDog sells its ‘Lost Forest’ after thousands of trees died, shifting focus to cutting emissions and local community impact.

BrewDog passes Lost Forest to Oxygen Conservation group

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 21h

World-record Limousin bull Graiggoch Rambo is now immortalised in a striking sculpture marking Carlisle’s new Southern Link Road.

Majestic bull immortalised in sculpture at roundabout near Carlisle

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 22h

🚨BREAKING NEWS | Chafer Machinery seeks financial advice 🚨

Chafer Machinery seeks financial advice as firm faces uncertain future

Chafer Machinery, the long-established UK crop sprayer manufacturer, seeks financial advice as it faces uncertainty over its future operations.

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 22h

England’s 2025 harvest ranks among the worst on record, as extreme weather and climate change hit crop yields and threaten UK food security.

Three of five worst harvests recorded this decade, Defra says

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 23h

Sandra Gitsham captures her Valais Blacknose sheep enjoying the refreshing Black Isle weather in Raddery North.

Valais Blacknose sheep delight in cool Black Isle weather

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 23h

Farmers urged to test livestock for liver fluke this autumn to avoid early, ineffective treatments and protect sheep and cattle health.

Farmers urged to test for liver fluke before treating stock this autumn

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 1d

Farmers hear vital advice on protecting land and business interests as Scotland’s power grid expands. NFU Scotland experts share key guidance.

NFU Scotland webinar helps farmers navigate grid projects

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 1d

The Princess Royal visits Mackie’s of Scotland, celebrating the farm’s sustainable practices and innovative food production.

Mackie’s welcomes Princess Anne to showcase farm-to-scoop success

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 1d

📷 Pic of the Day - Lilly Stalker - Appreciating the sunset in south west Scotland whilst hauling bales before the weather changes 📷

📧 Email: [email protected] today and your photo could be our PIC OF THE DAY!

The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 1d

Rising costs are changing UK dining habits, with consumers spending on premium meals rather than everyday takeaways.

Special occasion dining drives growth in meat-based meals

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 1d

Festive tractors light up Nairn for charity this December

Tractor convoy to light up Nairn and raise funds for local charities

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The Scottish Farmer @thescottishfarmer.bsky.social · 1d

A sweet encounter at Whitecairn, Glenluce, as a curious dog meets friendly cows over a wall — a moment of pure countryside charm.

Friendly faces meet at the wall at Whitecairn

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