News by year
News 2020
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Voucher scheme to ensure superfast broadband access for all
21 August, 2020
A new voucher scheme to help rural households and businesses access superfast broadband has been announced.
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Beef Efficiency Scheme events planning Autumn 2020
20 August, 2020
Beef Efficiency Scheme participants are required to engage with the BES advisory services each year.
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Warning not to plant mystery seeds received in the post
14 August, 2020
Households in Scotland are being warned not to plant seeds they may receive in the post as part of a possible scam.
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June Agricultural Census still available to be completed
13 August, 2020
The June Agricultural Census is still available to complete on paper.
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COVID-19 guidance for farmers and crofters
24 July, 2020
Guidance for farmers and crofters to prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) has been published.
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Keeping children safe on farms
23 July, 2020
We know farms can be wonderful places for children to grow up, where independence and responsibility are fostered and family relationships are strengthened. But farms are not playgrounds.
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RSABI - #KeepTalking
22 July, 2020
In support of Farm Safety Week, Norette Ferns from RSABI talked to Rural Matters about the success of their #KeepTalking campaign, and the support RSABI can offer to those in need.
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Psychology researchers develop tractor safety app
21 July, 2020
A group of psychology researchers from the University of Aberdeen has created a tractor safety app aiming to encourage farmers to stop, think and take action to stay safe .
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Farm Safety Week 2020
21 July, 2020
This week is the 8th year the Farm Safety Foundation will bring attention to the number of serious incidents and fatal injuries in the industry and highlight ways to address this.
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Agriculture loan scheme launches
17 July, 2020
A loan scheme to support farmers and crofters through the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis has been announced by Rural Economy Secretary Fergus Ewing.