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The Christmas countdown is on!
Why not make this year’s celebrations extra special by supporting SRUC alumni businesses?
✨ Explore the Alumni Business Map: www.sruc.ac.uk/connect/alum...
Why not make this year’s celebrations extra special by supporting SRUC alumni businesses?
✨ Explore the Alumni Business Map: www.sruc.ac.uk/connect/alum...
SRUC Alumni | Alumni Business Map
The Alumni Business Map has been designed to highlight the many and varied alumni businesses throughout the length and breadth of Scotland. It celebrates SRUC's enterprising alumni and their…
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November 28, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The Christmas countdown is on!
Why not make this year’s celebrations extra special by supporting SRUC alumni businesses?
✨ Explore the Alumni Business Map: www.sruc.ac.uk/connect/alum...
Why not make this year’s celebrations extra special by supporting SRUC alumni businesses?
✨ Explore the Alumni Business Map: www.sruc.ac.uk/connect/alum...
Applications are still being accepted for our VetExplore 2026, a 3-day programme at the Aberdeen campus for boys in S3 being held from 31st March to 2nd April 2026.There are 30 available places.
Further information can be found on the SVMB outreach webpage 👉 buff.ly/pIcVRDa
Further information can be found on the SVMB outreach webpage 👉 buff.ly/pIcVRDa
November 27, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Applications are still being accepted for our VetExplore 2026, a 3-day programme at the Aberdeen campus for boys in S3 being held from 31st March to 2nd April 2026.There are 30 available places.
Further information can be found on the SVMB outreach webpage 👉 buff.ly/pIcVRDa
Further information can be found on the SVMB outreach webpage 👉 buff.ly/pIcVRDa
We’re delighted that SRUC has been awarded the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education for the third time.
The award recognises the impact of the Scottish Farm Business Survey, which informs national agricultural policy and supports reform across the sector.
www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/sru...
The award recognises the impact of the Scottish Farm Business Survey, which informs national agricultural policy and supports reform across the sector.
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SRUC honoured with third Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education
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November 26, 2025 at 8:33 AM
We’re delighted that SRUC has been awarded the Queen Elizabeth Prize for Education for the third time.
The award recognises the impact of the Scottish Farm Business Survey, which informs national agricultural policy and supports reform across the sector.
www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/sru...
The award recognises the impact of the Scottish Farm Business Survey, which informs national agricultural policy and supports reform across the sector.
www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/sru...
Applications are open for VetExplore 2026, a 3 day programme for S3 boys interested in vet medicine (31 March–2 April).
With only ~20% male students in UK vet schools, VetExplore aims to inspire boys, showcase vet careers and offer application guidance.
www.sruc.ac.uk/svmboutreach
With only ~20% male students in UK vet schools, VetExplore aims to inspire boys, showcase vet careers and offer application guidance.
www.sruc.ac.uk/svmboutreach
November 21, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Applications are open for VetExplore 2026, a 3 day programme for S3 boys interested in vet medicine (31 March–2 April).
With only ~20% male students in UK vet schools, VetExplore aims to inspire boys, showcase vet careers and offer application guidance.
www.sruc.ac.uk/svmboutreach
With only ~20% male students in UK vet schools, VetExplore aims to inspire boys, showcase vet careers and offer application guidance.
www.sruc.ac.uk/svmboutreach
A new SRUC report shows Scotland’s rural and island communities are still facing major demographic pressures - from population decline to out-migration driven by housing shortages, limited jobs and gaps in services.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/sru...
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Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/sru...
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November 19, 2025 at 9:00 AM
A new SRUC report shows Scotland’s rural and island communities are still facing major demographic pressures - from population decline to out-migration driven by housing shortages, limited jobs and gaps in services.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/sru...
@srucruralpolicy.bsky.social
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/sru...
@srucruralpolicy.bsky.social
The Horticulture (Plantsmanship) BSc (Hons) degree programme provides a pathway to careers in horticulture by developing skills in plant cultivation and expertise in plant biodiversity.
Find out more and apply now 👉 buff.ly/d9aFWbB
Find out more and apply now 👉 buff.ly/d9aFWbB
November 18, 2025 at 12:11 PM
The Horticulture (Plantsmanship) BSc (Hons) degree programme provides a pathway to careers in horticulture by developing skills in plant cultivation and expertise in plant biodiversity.
Find out more and apply now 👉 buff.ly/d9aFWbB
Find out more and apply now 👉 buff.ly/d9aFWbB
SRUC’s School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences has launched VetExplore which aims to inspire S3 boys through practical activities & promote a range of vet careers and provide information about and support for applications to veterinary medicine.
Learn more 👉www.sruc.ac.uk/svmboutreach
Learn more 👉www.sruc.ac.uk/svmboutreach
November 17, 2025 at 5:01 PM
SRUC’s School of Veterinary Medicine and Biosciences has launched VetExplore which aims to inspire S3 boys through practical activities & promote a range of vet careers and provide information about and support for applications to veterinary medicine.
Learn more 👉www.sruc.ac.uk/svmboutreach
Learn more 👉www.sruc.ac.uk/svmboutreach
Autumn days don’t get much better than this. Our Edinburgh campus looking stunning under clear blue skies this week - golden leaves, crisp air, and plenty of reasons to get outside between classes.
November 14, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Autumn days don’t get much better than this. Our Edinburgh campus looking stunning under clear blue skies this week - golden leaves, crisp air, and plenty of reasons to get outside between classes.
It's Scottish Careers Week.
At SRUC, we're proud to support the next generation of talent building a brighter, more sustainable future for communities, industries and the environment.
Discover career opportunities, support and guidance at SRUC 👉 buff.ly/S8VB0wJ
#ScotCareersWeek25
At SRUC, we're proud to support the next generation of talent building a brighter, more sustainable future for communities, industries and the environment.
Discover career opportunities, support and guidance at SRUC 👉 buff.ly/S8VB0wJ
#ScotCareersWeek25
SRUC Student Support | Career Services
Our career advisers work collaboratively with programme teams to provide sector-relevant support with all things ‘careers’, such as finding the best education pathway to achieve your goals, helping…
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November 13, 2025 at 12:02 PM
It's Scottish Careers Week.
At SRUC, we're proud to support the next generation of talent building a brighter, more sustainable future for communities, industries and the environment.
Discover career opportunities, support and guidance at SRUC 👉 buff.ly/S8VB0wJ
#ScotCareersWeek25
At SRUC, we're proud to support the next generation of talent building a brighter, more sustainable future for communities, industries and the environment.
Discover career opportunities, support and guidance at SRUC 👉 buff.ly/S8VB0wJ
#ScotCareersWeek25
Have you visited SRUC yet?
This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
For a full list of events and to register your place 👉 buff.ly/tIcygiF
This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
For a full list of events and to register your place 👉 buff.ly/tIcygiF
November 12, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Have you visited SRUC yet?
This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
For a full list of events and to register your place 👉 buff.ly/tIcygiF
This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
For a full list of events and to register your place 👉 buff.ly/tIcygiF
Have you visited SRUC yet?
This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
For a full list of events and to register your place 👉 buff.ly/tIcygiF
This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
For a full list of events and to register your place 👉 buff.ly/tIcygiF
November 12, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Have you visited SRUC yet?
This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
For a full list of events and to register your place 👉 buff.ly/tIcygiF
This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
For a full list of events and to register your place 👉 buff.ly/tIcygiF
New SRUC research reveals male and female rats respond differently to tickling!
The study found both sexes enjoy tickling — but males prefer rougher play, while females respond better when pinning is minimised.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/stu...
The study found both sexes enjoy tickling — but males prefer rougher play, while females respond better when pinning is minimised.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/stu...
November 11, 2025 at 1:34 PM
New SRUC research reveals male and female rats respond differently to tickling!
The study found both sexes enjoy tickling — but males prefer rougher play, while females respond better when pinning is minimised.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/stu...
The study found both sexes enjoy tickling — but males prefer rougher play, while females respond better when pinning is minimised.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/stu...
Have you visited SRUC yet?
If not, what are you waiting for? This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
Register your place 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/news-events/...
If not, what are you waiting for? This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
Register your place 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/news-events/...
November 8, 2025 at 9:05 AM
Have you visited SRUC yet?
If not, what are you waiting for? This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
Register your place 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/news-events/...
If not, what are you waiting for? This November, we’ve got plenty of opportunities to explore our campuses, meet our teams, and see what life at SRUC is really like. Come discover where your future could grow.
Register your place 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/news-events/...
Staff and students at our Aberdeen have planted a new Wee Forest, a mini-woodland designed to boost biodiversity and capture carbon.
The project builds on Wildlife & Conservation student Mike Raby’s Honours research.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/wee...
The project builds on Wildlife & Conservation student Mike Raby’s Honours research.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/wee...
November 7, 2025 at 1:30 PM
Staff and students at our Aberdeen have planted a new Wee Forest, a mini-woodland designed to boost biodiversity and capture carbon.
The project builds on Wildlife & Conservation student Mike Raby’s Honours research.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/wee...
The project builds on Wildlife & Conservation student Mike Raby’s Honours research.
Read more 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/all-news/wee...
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What do changing farm policies, nutrition advice, and data tools really mean for your day-to-day decisions?
Join us at AgriScot on 19th November for our seminar with @srucnews.bsky.social. Come with your questions and leave with ideas you can put into action 💬
📍 Seminar Room 1 | 3:30 - 4:40pm
Join us at AgriScot on 19th November for our seminar with @srucnews.bsky.social. Come with your questions and leave with ideas you can put into action 💬
📍 Seminar Room 1 | 3:30 - 4:40pm
November 7, 2025 at 10:47 AM
What do changing farm policies, nutrition advice, and data tools really mean for your day-to-day decisions?
Join us at AgriScot on 19th November for our seminar with @srucnews.bsky.social. Come with your questions and leave with ideas you can put into action 💬
📍 Seminar Room 1 | 3:30 - 4:40pm
Join us at AgriScot on 19th November for our seminar with @srucnews.bsky.social. Come with your questions and leave with ideas you can put into action 💬
📍 Seminar Room 1 | 3:30 - 4:40pm
One week to go! Our Rural and Veterinary Innovation Centre (RAVIC) will open its doors to the public next week. Discover what we do here on Inverness Campus with SRUC School of Veterinary Medicine & Biosciences, SAC Consulting and SRUC Vet Services, & Scottish Vet Referrals will also join us.
November 6, 2025 at 12:01 PM
One week to go! Our Rural and Veterinary Innovation Centre (RAVIC) will open its doors to the public next week. Discover what we do here on Inverness Campus with SRUC School of Veterinary Medicine & Biosciences, SAC Consulting and SRUC Vet Services, & Scottish Vet Referrals will also join us.
We are at UK Uni Search event in Northampton today. We're looking forward to speaking with you if you're in the area!
November 6, 2025 at 8:59 AM
We are at UK Uni Search event in Northampton today. We're looking forward to speaking with you if you're in the area!
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🧀 What does it take to strengthen Scotland’s high-value cheese sector?
Take a look at our new case study below highlighting research from @rowettinstitute.bsky.social & @srucnews.bsky.social exploring the challenges facing Scottish cheesemakers.
🔗 tinyurl.com/ScotCheese
Take a look at our new case study below highlighting research from @rowettinstitute.bsky.social & @srucnews.bsky.social exploring the challenges facing Scottish cheesemakers.
🔗 tinyurl.com/ScotCheese
November 4, 2025 at 12:06 PM
🧀 What does it take to strengthen Scotland’s high-value cheese sector?
Take a look at our new case study below highlighting research from @rowettinstitute.bsky.social & @srucnews.bsky.social exploring the challenges facing Scottish cheesemakers.
🔗 tinyurl.com/ScotCheese
Take a look at our new case study below highlighting research from @rowettinstitute.bsky.social & @srucnews.bsky.social exploring the challenges facing Scottish cheesemakers.
🔗 tinyurl.com/ScotCheese
Proud moment for SRUC. Sir John Major has praised SRUC as a “world leader in finding solutions to global problems”, recognising our award-winning Langhill Herd genetics research. A huge honour and testament to our global research impact.
Read the full speech - johnmajorarchive.org.uk/2025/09/10/s...
Read the full speech - johnmajorarchive.org.uk/2025/09/10/s...
November 4, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Proud moment for SRUC. Sir John Major has praised SRUC as a “world leader in finding solutions to global problems”, recognising our award-winning Langhill Herd genetics research. A huge honour and testament to our global research impact.
Read the full speech - johnmajorarchive.org.uk/2025/09/10/s...
Read the full speech - johnmajorarchive.org.uk/2025/09/10/s...
As part of the 'Sustainable Resource Recovery and Pollution Control' module, Environmental Management students visited two incinerator sites to learn about integrated waste management systems, waste collection systems, and waste streams.
November 3, 2025 at 9:00 AM
As part of the 'Sustainable Resource Recovery and Pollution Control' module, Environmental Management students visited two incinerator sites to learn about integrated waste management systems, waste collection systems, and waste streams.
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Were leading a new project on soil health funded by AHDB, working with SRUC 🌱 Exploring early indicators for farmers to boost confidence in monitoring soil. Key metrics: Soil Food Web, PLFA, and CO2 burst will help farmers assess soil health frequently and adapt practices. https://ow.ly/ilvp50XkYnR
Early indicators to monitor changes in soil health: evidence to update guidance for UK farmers - The Organic Research Centre
This project with AHDB, Organic Research Centre (ORC) and SRUC evaluates ten candidate soil health indicators for their suitability, evidence base and practical application to monitor soil health changes in UK farming systems. An interpretation framework for the top ranked indicators will be created
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October 31, 2025 at 2:33 PM
Were leading a new project on soil health funded by AHDB, working with SRUC 🌱 Exploring early indicators for farmers to boost confidence in monitoring soil. Key metrics: Soil Food Web, PLFA, and CO2 burst will help farmers assess soil health frequently and adapt practices. https://ow.ly/ilvp50XkYnR
Thinking about your next step? Come see what life at SRUC is like.
Our November Open Days are your chance to explore our campuses, chat to lecturers and get a feel for the courses and community that make SRUC.
For a full list of campuses and dates 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/news-events/...
Our November Open Days are your chance to explore our campuses, chat to lecturers and get a feel for the courses and community that make SRUC.
For a full list of campuses and dates 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/news-events/...
November 1, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Thinking about your next step? Come see what life at SRUC is like.
Our November Open Days are your chance to explore our campuses, chat to lecturers and get a feel for the courses and community that make SRUC.
For a full list of campuses and dates 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/news-events/...
Our November Open Days are your chance to explore our campuses, chat to lecturers and get a feel for the courses and community that make SRUC.
For a full list of campuses and dates 👉 www.sruc.ac.uk/news-events/...
SRUC’s Jennifer Fitzpatrick recently presented at the first Working Horse Military CPD Conference for the Ministry of Defence.
Her talk, “How to Use Technology to Make Equine Education Inclusive,” explored innovative ways to make learning more accessible within the equine industry.
Her talk, “How to Use Technology to Make Equine Education Inclusive,” explored innovative ways to make learning more accessible within the equine industry.
October 30, 2025 at 12:27 PM
SRUC’s Jennifer Fitzpatrick recently presented at the first Working Horse Military CPD Conference for the Ministry of Defence.
Her talk, “How to Use Technology to Make Equine Education Inclusive,” explored innovative ways to make learning more accessible within the equine industry.
Her talk, “How to Use Technology to Make Equine Education Inclusive,” explored innovative ways to make learning more accessible within the equine industry.
Make sure you catch our Cool Cows on Landward this Thursday (30 October)! Rosie will be chatting with Professor Richard Dewhurst about how this revolutionary project is helping to reduce methane in dairy cattle
Digital Dairy Chain
Digital Dairy Chain
BBC Scotland - Landward, 2025, Episode 20
It’s tupping time on Cammy’s farm, and Dougie meets some American Highland cattle.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 29, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Make sure you catch our Cool Cows on Landward this Thursday (30 October)! Rosie will be chatting with Professor Richard Dewhurst about how this revolutionary project is helping to reduce methane in dairy cattle
Digital Dairy Chain
Digital Dairy Chain
Make sure you catch our Cool Cows on Landward this Thursday (30 October)! Rosie will be chatting with Professor Richard Dewhurst about how this revolutionary project is helping to reduce methane in dairy cattle
BBC Scotland - Landward, 2025, Episode 20
It’s tupping time on Cammy’s farm, and Dougie meets some American Highland cattle.
www.bbc.co.uk
October 28, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Make sure you catch our Cool Cows on Landward this Thursday (30 October)! Rosie will be chatting with Professor Richard Dewhurst about how this revolutionary project is helping to reduce methane in dairy cattle