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SUMMARY:Regenerative farming hustings: The future of Scotland’s land and policy
DESCRIPTION:Join our online hustings to discuss the potential of regenerative farming with MSPs and party spokespeople from across Scotland. \nWhat does the future hold for regenerative farming in Scotland? As the nation moves toward more sustainable land use\, the Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN) and the Scottish Agroecology Partnership (SAP) invite you to a national online hustings. \nHosted by retired farmer and NFFN Steering Group member Ian Davies\, this event brings together key political voices to debate the potential and policy future of regenerative agriculture.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/regenerative-farming-hustings-the-future-of-scotlands-land-and-policy/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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SUMMARY:SFI26 Explained: A Practical Guide for Organic and Non-Organic Farmers
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the SFI26 scheme\, outlining the available options and offering practical guidance on planning and preparing applications. The session is designed for both organic and non-organic farmers\, helping attendees understand how the scheme can be integrated into different farming systems. \nIt will also highlight opportunities for capital grants and other funding streams\, supporting participants to maximise the financial and environmental benefits available to their farm businesses.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/sfi26-explained-a-practical-guide-for-organic-and-non-organic-farmers/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260409T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260409T140000
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SUMMARY:Farming the Fens: Building resilient peatland systems
DESCRIPTION:Join this free webinar hosted by Fenland SOIL and Soil Association\, exploring new developments in sustainable farming systems on the Fens. \nLowland peat soils support some of the most productive farming systems in the country but are also responsible for a significant proportion of agricultural greenhouse gas emissions. Farmers working these soils face growing pressure to reduce emissions and restore peat\, while maintaining profitable food production. \nThis session explores how landscape opportunity mapping can support climate‑positive decisions on lowland peat. It will share new evidence from paludiculture and raised‑water‑table trials\, including what these approaches mean for yields and carbon emissions. You’ll also hear insights from flux‑tower research showing how regenerative practices are influencing carbon dynamics across commercial peatland farms. Finally\, the session brings together practical experiences from growers trialling sub‑irrigation\, water‑table management and regenerative approaches at scale\, helping to shape a more sustainable and resilient future for farming on the Fens.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/farming-the-fens-building-resilient-peatland-systems/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T060137
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SUMMARY:Going Organic: Practical Steps for Dairy Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Join this Soil Association webinar to learn about the organic conversion process and the practical realities of organic dairy farming. \nHear directly from organic advisors\, an inspector from Soil Association Certification\, and an experienced organic dairy farmer\, and gain valuable guidance to support your transition.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/going-organic-practical-steps-for-dairy-farmers/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260330T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260330T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T060137
CREATED:20260312T153211Z
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SUMMARY:Food and Farming Hustings: The Voters Who Feed and Steward Scotland
DESCRIPTION:We’re bringing together the voters who feed Scotland – farmers\, crofters\, growers\, and food producers – to discuss the realities of running profitable\, sustainable rural businesses in today’s economic and ecological climate. \nThis isn’t a standard hustings. It’s rooted in the day-in\, day-out practical reality of Scottish food and farming – what it takes to keep rural enterprises viable\, resilient\, delivering for nature and our communities.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/food-and-farming-hustings-the-voters-who-feed-and-steward-scotland/
LOCATION:Bowhouse\, Balcaskie Estates\, Fife
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260318T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260318T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T060137
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SUMMARY:Soil Health: Beyond NPK
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exploration into a biologically active soil; truly going beyond the usual NPK analysis. \nRegular soil analysis\, including soil organic matter (SOM) is now a requirement for all farmers and crofters receiving Basic Payments. \nJoin us for an insightful and interactive session! \nFREE and open to farmers\, crofters\, growers and land managers. Booking required.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/soil-health-beyond-npk/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260312T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260312T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T060137
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SUMMARY:IPM in Action: From Research to Practice in Horticultural Crops
DESCRIPTION:Join this free Soil Association and OGA webinar to hear the latest IPM research and how it can be put into practice on the ground. \nThis webinar\, presented in collaboration between Soil Association\, Soil Association Scotland and the Organic Growers Alliance\, will combine some of the latest research in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) grounded in a practical\, implementable approach. We will look at building a balanced IPM system through biological control\, plant diversity\, biodiversity\, weather-based pest forecasts and findings from citizen scientists. \nWe encourage attendees to bring their questions to the panel through the Q&A\, where there will be plenty of time for discussion. Whether you’re an experienced grower or exploring new approaches\, this session offers insights you can take straight back to your system.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/ipm-in-action-from-research-to-practice-in-horticultural-crops/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260305T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260305T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T060137
CREATED:20260202T141318Z
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SUMMARY:Working with nature: Practical parasite control in sheep and cattle
DESCRIPTION:Practical\, nature-friendly approaches to livestock parasite control that protect both animal health and wildlife.\n\n\n\nAnimal Health and Welfare Plans (or Livestock Management Plans if you are organic) are now a Whole Farm Plan requirement\, but what does a whole-farm approach to animal health look like in practice? \nThis webinar\, jointly hosted by Soil Association Scotland and Nature Friendly Farming Network\, is led by Dr Claire Whittle\, regenerative vet and farmer. Claire brings practical\, nature-friendly approaches to livestock parasite control that protect both animal health and wildlife. \nRising parasite resistance and fewer new worming actives mean farmers need smarter\, gentler ways to care for stock and nature. In this 60-minute\, farmer-focused webinar\, you’ll learn to keep your sheep and cattle thriving while treating less\, better\, using practical\, nature-friendly methods. \nTopics covered: \n\nWhy this matters now: Resistance\, environmental impacts\, and animal wellbeing\nThe 3 IPM pillars: Know your risk\, measure what matters\, and treat selectively\nTargeted Selective Treatment (TST): Treat the right animals at the right time\nPasture-as-medicine strategies: Grazing design to reduce parasite pressure naturally\nProtecting dung life and wildlife: Minimise harm to beneficial insects\, soil\, and water\nNext 30 days action checklist: Simple steps for sheep and cattle.\n\nWho should attend: \nFarmers\, livestock keepers\, and graziers looking for practical\, nature-friendly parasite control that supports animal health\, soil\, and wildlife. \nWe will also hear from the Soil Association Fly Strike field lab group on practical ways to reduce chemical treatments whilst maintaining high welfare. \nJoin us for an insightful and interactive session! \nFREE and open to farmers\, crofters\, growers and land managers.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/working-with-nature-practical-parasite-control-in-sheep-and-cattle/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260225T123000
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SUMMARY:A whole farm approach to system change: Going organic
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a practical look at how one farm approached the organic conversion process and what support is available. \nRachel Ives transitioned her farm five years ago from an intensive arable system to organic livestock and rotational grazing. \nHear how reducing inputs has helped soil health and nature thrive\, and how moving to a holistic system has reduced the need for livestock treatment. \nIf you are interested in organic conversion or curious about how organic principles could be implemented on your farm to reduce inputs and help nature thrive\, join us for a practical look at how one farm approached the conversion process and what support is available. \nFREE and open to farmers\, crofters\, growers and land managers.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/a-whole-farm-approach-to-system-change-going-organic/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260224T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T060137
CREATED:20251216T093425Z
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SUMMARY:Where trees meet bees: Agroforestry for pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Join this free Soil Association webinar exploring the potential of agroforestry as a pollinator friendly farming practice.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/where-trees-meet-bees-agroforestry-for-pollinators/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260220T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260220T130000
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SUMMARY:Business Structures: What is best suitable to your Agritourism Business?
DESCRIPTION:Business structures. What is the best way to structure your agritourism\, farm retail and farming businesses? One business or two or more? \nLearn about advantages and disadvantages for tax planning\, business rates\, family succession and other factors with this one hour webinar hosted by Ian Craig and Alan Glen\, Azets. There will be the chance to ask questions.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/business-structures-what-is-best-suitable-to-your-agritourism-business/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Business Planning,Tourism
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260209T123000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260209T140000
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SUMMARY:Measuring Biodiversity: Farm Biodiversity Scotland Tool
DESCRIPTION:Biodiversity audits are one of the 5 requirements of the new Whole Farm Plan\, and all farmers and crofters receiving Basic Payments (BPS) must complete all of the relevant plans/audits by 2028. \nJoin us on 9 February for the second in our 2026 series of interactive webinars on the different elements of Whole Farm Plans\, this time focusing on the Biodiversity audit. \nTaking part in the piloting of the Farm Biodiversity Scotland tool is one way of completing your biodiversity audit yourself. In this webinar\, we will explore how mapping habitats and monitoring biodiversity can support decision making. \nThe Farm Biodiversity Project team from NatureScot will demonstrate how the free to use mobile app and web platform works. This tool has been designed with input from farmers and crofters to: \n\nCreate a habitat map\nCarry out simple habitat assessments\nRecord species\nAdd photos\n\nMonitoring biodiversity can help farmers and land managers plan how to protect\, manage and enhance nature on their land providing benefits for nature and the business. \nJoin us for an insightful and interactive session! \nFREE and open to farmers\, crofters\, growers and land managers. Booking required.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/measuring-biodiversity-farm-biodiversity-scotland-tool/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260203T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T060137
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SUMMARY:Making the most of your Carbon Audit: Beyond the tick-box exercise
DESCRIPTION:You may have completed a carbon audit in the last 5 years\, but have you since used the results? \nIn this webinar we’ll chat to Farm Carbon Toolkit about what your carbon audit results can actually tell you\, and what you can do with that data to make more informed decisions\, better understand where you could make savings\, and build resilience in your system. \nCarbon audits are one of the five requirements of the new Whole Farm Plan\, and all farmers and crofters receiving Basic Payments (BPS) must complete one by 2028. \nJoin us for an insightful and interactive session! \nFREE and open to farmers\, crofters\, growers and land managers. Booking required.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/making-the-most-of-your-carbon-audit-beyond-the-tick-box-exercise/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Sustainable/Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251209T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251209T100000
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SUMMARY:Connecting International Agritourism
DESCRIPTION:This online meeting is another opportunity for Agritourism businesses in Scotland and Tasmania to connect to share valuable experiences and learning. \nWe will hear from Satellite Monitor Farmer\, Lindsay Robertson\, Long Islands Retreats. Lindsay and DJ Cameron who are custodians of their croft on South Uist with their young family. The agritourism business offers tours where visitors see Highland cattle\, Shetland ponies\, Saddleback pigs and Wild Red Deer in the beautiful island environment and specifically one of the largest machair areas in Europe. Authentic island meat boxes are sold through their Larder shop. Lindsay has worked with Travel Trade partners to build up the business through that route. \nWe have guest speakers\, Dan and Kim Crocker from Tasmania joining us. \nDan and Kim Crocker are the founders of Fork It Farm\, a boutique\, pasture-based pork and regenerative farm enterprise in Lebrina\, north-east Tasmania. After leaving careers in teaching and academia in Brisbane\, they relocated to Tasmania to build a values-driven farm business grounded in ethical animal welfare\, environmental care and true paddock-to-plate transparency. \nFork It Farm has become known for its premium Berkshire pork\, raised entirely on pasture and processed on-farm through their own curing\, smoking and value-added facility\, ensuring provenance\, quality and full control from paddock to product to plate. Alongside their award-winning farm produce\, Dan and Kim now offer immersive farm picnic experiences\, inviting visitors to slow down\, explore the landscape and enjoy handcrafted charcuterie overlooking their pastures.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/connecting-international-agritourism/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture,Tourism
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251120T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251120T140000
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SUMMARY:A Positive Future for Farmed Animals
DESCRIPTION:Positive welfare in farmed animals focuses on creating conditions that allow animals not only to avoid suffering but to flourish\, experiencing comfort\, interest\, and to express their natural behaviours. \nResearch has identified key resources and management practices on farm that provide livestock with these opportunities\, contained within Good Life Frameworks in the scientific literature. \nWe have been looking at a practical way to use this approach in everyday farming situations by identifying those key resources and management practices on farm that already provide farm animals the opportunities to enjoy a good quality of life\, and those that would need further support/consideration. By embracing positive welfare\, beef and sheep farmers can enhance animal wellbeing\, strengthen public trust\, and position themselves at the forefront of progressive\, sustainable agriculture. \nWebinar overview: \n\nWe’ll share an overview of the principles contained within the Good Life Opportunity frameworks for Beef Cattle and Sheep and discuss potential ways the approach can support and advance livestock quality of life.\nWe would like to invite farmers to contribute to the wider development of this approach through a self-assessment survey\, to reflect on current practices\, celebrate what’s working well\, and identify the relevant aspects for support and improvement within the industry.
URL:https://investinangus.com/event/a-positive-future-for-farmed-animals/
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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