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New report just published! The project builds on the 2022 Riverwoods evidence review by updating the scientific review and incorporating stakeholder perspectives and priorities.
Check out the report here: tinyurl.com/y3bn7ymz
Check out the report here: tinyurl.com/y3bn7ymz
July 1, 2025 at 4:33 PM
New report just published! The project builds on the 2022 Riverwoods evidence review by updating the scientific review and incorporating stakeholder perspectives and priorities.
Check out the report here: tinyurl.com/y3bn7ymz
Check out the report here: tinyurl.com/y3bn7ymz
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With growing focus on nature-related risk and regulation, understanding your natural capital assets and biodiversity impacts is no longer optional, it’s essential.
Our experienced, trusted team can help: zma.to/NHf
Our experienced, trusted team can help: zma.to/NHf
June 17, 2025 at 11:15 AM
With growing focus on nature-related risk and regulation, understanding your natural capital assets and biodiversity impacts is no longer optional, it’s essential.
Our experienced, trusted team can help: zma.to/NHf
Our experienced, trusted team can help: zma.to/NHf
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Gain an in-depth understanding of carbon emissions and their impact on your land through our Carbon Literacy Training, delivered in partnership with @keepscotbeautiful.bsky.social
Join our one of our regular courses or get training commissioned exclusively for your business. zma.to/FAE
Join our one of our regular courses or get training commissioned exclusively for your business. zma.to/FAE
June 19, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Gain an in-depth understanding of carbon emissions and their impact on your land through our Carbon Literacy Training, delivered in partnership with @keepscotbeautiful.bsky.social
Join our one of our regular courses or get training commissioned exclusively for your business. zma.to/FAE
Join our one of our regular courses or get training commissioned exclusively for your business. zma.to/FAE
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Spreading slurry? A RAMS map shows the no spread zones giving a clear guide for contractors who may not be as familiar with where watercourses are on your farm – see www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/KTR9RAMS.pdf
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June 10, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Spreading slurry? A RAMS map shows the no spread zones giving a clear guide for contractors who may not be as familiar with where watercourses are on your farm – see www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/KTR9RAMS.pdf
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New podcast with Pete Wright (SEPA), Malcolm Smith (Ag Adviser, Cairngorms NP) and Duncan Ferguson (Spey Fishery Board) discussing water scarcity. Listen at www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/water-scarcity-impacts-across-scotland/
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Water Scarcity: Impacts across Scotland - Farming and Water Scotland
What does water scarcity mean for land managers, what can be done.
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June 24, 2025 at 7:54 AM
New podcast with Pete Wright (SEPA), Malcolm Smith (Ag Adviser, Cairngorms NP) and Duncan Ferguson (Spey Fishery Board) discussing water scarcity. Listen at www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/water-scarcity-impacts-across-scotland/
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Great podcast with Zach Reilly from Scottish Agronomy and Wull Dryburgh from SEPA discussing the benefits of organic carbon and what land managers need to know. Listen at
Organic matter - why is it important? - Farming and Water Scotland
In this podcast we discuss soil organic matter, from what it is, to the benefits that can be gained from improving the quantity in your soil.
www.farmingandwaterscotland.org
June 30, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Great podcast with Zach Reilly from Scottish Agronomy and Wull Dryburgh from SEPA discussing the benefits of organic carbon and what land managers need to know. Listen at
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Have you subscribed to the Farming and Water Scotland quarterly newsletter? Spring edition looked range of topics from silage pits v’s bales to bank erosion. Get yours here mailchi.mp/f895e14ce779...
May 21, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Have you subscribed to the Farming and Water Scotland quarterly newsletter? Spring edition looked range of topics from silage pits v’s bales to bank erosion. Get yours here mailchi.mp/f895e14ce779...
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There is a bit more variability in the weather forecast this week, however, FAS have a useful page with links to tips and ideas for responding to hot weather www.fas.scot/responding-to-changing-weather/
Responding to Changing Weather | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service
Responding to Changing Weather With an ever changing climate, weather patterns in Scotland are becoming more unpredictable and we are noticing more
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June 4, 2025 at 7:54 AM
There is a bit more variability in the weather forecast this week, however, FAS have a useful page with links to tips and ideas for responding to hot weather www.fas.scot/responding-to-changing-weather/
With Scotland currently at some degree of alert for water scarcity, finding methods/ longer term mitigation measures to manage water in a changing climate is of critical importance. Water availability is changing and we need to be prepared and put in mitigation measures now.
@scottishepa.bsky.social have reported the whole of Scotland to be at some degree of warning of water scarcity. Please remain resilient. The Farm Advisory Service has produce helpful guidance, which can be found here: www.fas.scot/news/farming...
Farming in water scarcity | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service
Historically Scotland has experienced wetter autumns and winters followed by drier spring and summers. However, we are observing changes in weather
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May 21, 2025 at 7:33 AM
With Scotland currently at some degree of alert for water scarcity, finding methods/ longer term mitigation measures to manage water in a changing climate is of critical importance. Water availability is changing and we need to be prepared and put in mitigation measures now.
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Getting water to field grazed livestock has been made easier over the past few years with more alternative watering solutions/kit coming on the market. See what other farmers have done
Alternative Watering - Farming and Water Scotland
Although piped mains or borehole water is the first choice as drinking water for livestock, there are some grazing areas too remote from the steading where piping water isn’t an option.
www.farmingandwaterscotland.org
May 15, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Getting water to field grazed livestock has been made easier over the past few years with more alternative watering solutions/kit coming on the market. See what other farmers have done
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@scottishepa.bsky.social have just reported that half of all river catchments in Scotland are at Alert Status for signs of water scarcity. Further information can be found here beta.sepa.scot/water-scarci...
May 14, 2025 at 2:54 PM
@scottishepa.bsky.social have just reported that half of all river catchments in Scotland are at Alert Status for signs of water scarcity. Further information can be found here beta.sepa.scot/water-scarci...
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Now we are into May, the SEPA Drought Risk Assessment Tool is being regularly updated. It shows the number of days that river flows have been low. How is it looking in your area? Visit www2.sepa.org.uk/drought-risk...
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Water scarcity data - provided by Scottish Environment Protection Agency
Available below are some data feeds SEPA has provided to support SEPA’s advice for water users with regard to water scarcity. These show the number of days that river flows have been very low.…
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May 8, 2025 at 7:54 AM
Now we are into May, the SEPA Drought Risk Assessment Tool is being regularly updated. It shows the number of days that river flows have been low. How is it looking in your area? Visit www2.sepa.org.uk/drought-risk...
@ScottishEPA.bluesky.social
@SACConsulting.bluesky.social
@ScottishEPA.bluesky.social
@SACConsulting.bluesky.social
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Scotland’s rivers are facing increasing challenges with more frequent & intense flood events. As seen during Storm Frank in December 2015, severe flooding can lead to significant riverbank erosion, threatening vital infrastructure & agricultural land. www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/sus...
www.farmingandwaterscotland.org
April 17, 2025 at 6:30 AM
Scotland’s rivers are facing increasing challenges with more frequent & intense flood events. As seen during Storm Frank in December 2015, severe flooding can lead to significant riverbank erosion, threatening vital infrastructure & agricultural land. www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/sus...
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Sarah Buckingham (SAC Consulting) discusses how soils underpin all nature-based systems, and are vital in supporting Scotland’s economy. #Scotland #Soil www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/sus...
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April 12, 2025 at 8:31 AM
Sarah Buckingham (SAC Consulting) discusses how soils underpin all nature-based systems, and are vital in supporting Scotland’s economy. #Scotland #Soil www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/sus...
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To wrap up our Sustainable bank protection video series, we hear from Helen Reid, and Matt Burke from @ScottishEPA.bsky.social about the available guidance and GBRs around any riverbank stabilisation work.
Sustainable Bank Protection: Guidance and Rules - Farming and Water Scotland
Helen Reid and Matt Burke, SEPA, explain the guidance and rules for sustainable bank protection projects on farm in Scotland,
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April 4, 2025 at 7:00 AM
To wrap up our Sustainable bank protection video series, we hear from Helen Reid, and Matt Burke from @ScottishEPA.bsky.social about the available guidance and GBRs around any riverbank stabilisation work.
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The Milton burn was experiencing severe erosion on its banks and the team wanted to explore cost effective methods to help protect and restore the bank. Learn more from Rural Consultant, Chris Savage.
Sustainable Bank Protection: brash bundles & root wads - Farming and Water Scotland
Brash bundles and root wads bank stabilisation project to protect a field from severe erosion on the Milton Burn.
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April 2, 2025 at 10:50 AM
The Milton burn was experiencing severe erosion on its banks and the team wanted to explore cost effective methods to help protect and restore the bank. Learn more from Rural Consultant, Chris Savage.
Irrigation lagoons can be a great asset on farm in times of water scarcity. Having this on farm to allow access to water when needed can help mitigate and take the pressure off in times of drought. AECS currently have funding for stand alone irrigation lagoons, but this is only open till 22 April.
The new round of AECS shows funding is available for Irrigation lagoons. The application window for a stand alone application shuts on 22 April but if combined with a wider AECs management application , closes on 12 June. Learn more about irrigation lagoons in this FAS video
Managing Natural Resources: Irrigation Lagoons
As our climate changes and we experience more extreme weather patterns, becoming more resilient and efficient with water use on farm can be critical to manag...
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March 27, 2025 at 7:08 AM
Irrigation lagoons can be a great asset on farm in times of water scarcity. Having this on farm to allow access to water when needed can help mitigate and take the pressure off in times of drought. AECS currently have funding for stand alone irrigation lagoons, but this is only open till 22 April.
Had a really informative conversation with Voluntary Initiative last month with @farmwaterscot.bsky.social. If you are interesting in improving pesticide management have a listen.
🎧 Our latest podcast features Neal Evans, Operational Director from The Voluntary Initiative (VI) and David Bell, farmer and VI. We chat about how to improve pesticide management on the farm.
www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/int... @scottishepa.bsky.social
www.farmingandwaterscotland.org/resource/int... @scottishepa.bsky.social
Integrated Pest Management and the Voluntary Initiative - Farming and Water Scotland
How can you improve pesticide management on farm? In this podcast we discuss the management of pesticides, integrated pest management & options open to farmers.
www.farmingandwaterscotland.org
March 27, 2025 at 7:05 AM
Had a really informative conversation with Voluntary Initiative last month with @farmwaterscot.bsky.social. If you are interesting in improving pesticide management have a listen.
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ICYMI - @scottishepa.bsky.social have launched new surface water flood maps which include small watercourses, providing a detailed & accurate picture of where flooding can occur from heavy rainfall, helping protect lives, properties and communities. ⬇️
SEPA launches new surface water and small watercourses flood maps to strengthen Scotland’s climate resilience | Beta | SEPA | Scottish Environment Protection Agency
SEPA’s news centre contains the latest news from SEPA, and contact details for you to get in touch with our media team. It also allows you to search previous media releases and statements.
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March 13, 2025 at 12:01 PM
ICYMI - @scottishepa.bsky.social have launched new surface water flood maps which include small watercourses, providing a detailed & accurate picture of where flooding can occur from heavy rainfall, helping protect lives, properties and communities. ⬇️
I had the pleasure of chatting with Helen Reid from @scottishepa.bsky.social and @alexclarkpirie.bsky.social on this podcast. Such an interesting project and so much potential for land managers in the future.
🎧 Latest podcast: Helen Reid, Senior Hydromorphologist from SEPA and Alex Pirie, SAC Consulting discuss the practical and technical elements land managers need to know before approaching a riverbank restoration project & potential funding paths that are currently open.
Riverbank Stabilisation - what do you need to do? - Farming and Water Scotland
Learn the practical & technical elements land managers should know before approaching a riverbank stabilisation project.
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March 4, 2025 at 12:08 PM
I had the pleasure of chatting with Helen Reid from @scottishepa.bsky.social and @alexclarkpirie.bsky.social on this podcast. Such an interesting project and so much potential for land managers in the future.
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We’ve had a busy day setting up for the Royal Northern Agricultural Society’s Spring Show tomorrow. Hope to see you there 😀
rnas.org.uk/spring-show/
rnas.org.uk/spring-show/
Royal Northern Agricultural Society
The Royal Northern Agricultural Society
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February 25, 2025 at 6:03 PM
We’ve had a busy day setting up for the Royal Northern Agricultural Society’s Spring Show tomorrow. Hope to see you there 😀
rnas.org.uk/spring-show/
rnas.org.uk/spring-show/
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From 1 January 2025, new cross-compliance requirements under Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition (GAEC 6 – Maintenance of #Soil Organic Matter) came into effect, focusing on #peatlands and #wetlands. Find out what you need to know.
New Cross-Compliance Rules for Peatlands and Wetlands in Scotland - Farming and Water Scotland
January 2025 introduced new cross compliance requirements focusing on peatlands and wetlands. So what do you need to know?
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February 6, 2025 at 7:30 AM
From 1 January 2025, new cross-compliance requirements under Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition (GAEC 6 – Maintenance of #Soil Organic Matter) came into effect, focusing on #peatlands and #wetlands. Find out what you need to know.
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How much 'black gold' can you hold on your #farm, and how will you invest it to maximise your returns? https://buff.ly/3WPGidz #slurry #soil
Black Gold- Valuing Slurry as a Nutrient Source - Farming and Water Scotland
Increased storage combined with a calculated nutrient budget can ensure maximum benefits and financial savings from slurry.
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February 8, 2025 at 7:00 AM
How much 'black gold' can you hold on your #farm, and how will you invest it to maximise your returns? https://buff.ly/3WPGidz #slurry #soil
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There is a wide range of sensors available to support improved water management on farms. This article highlights the options, their potential benefits, and the key considerations if you're looking to implement these techniques on your farm. https://buff.ly/3WHUTrh
Remote sensing: can it help water management on farm? - Farming and Water Scotland
Efficient water management is vital for both productivity and sustainability in agriculture. Scottish farmers face unique challenges: from the heavy rainfall in the west to drought-prone conditions…
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February 13, 2025 at 7:01 AM
There is a wide range of sensors available to support improved water management on farms. This article highlights the options, their potential benefits, and the key considerations if you're looking to implement these techniques on your farm. https://buff.ly/3WHUTrh
In this podcast I spoke with Zach Reilly from Scottish Agronomy and Wull Dryburgh from @scottishepa.bsky.social. Discussing organic matter and soil organic carbon, in a practical and useful way to help land managers improve their soil. Have a listen.
🎧 #Organic matter, why is it important, what benefits does it bring to the #soil? Listen to our latest podcast episode to find out more with #Scottish Agronomy's Zach Reilly and Wull Dryburgh, SEPA.
Organic matter - why is it important? - Farming and Water Scotland
In this podcast we discuss soil organic matter, from what it is, to the benefits that can be gained from improving the quantity in your soil.
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February 5, 2025 at 11:30 AM
In this podcast I spoke with Zach Reilly from Scottish Agronomy and Wull Dryburgh from @scottishepa.bsky.social. Discussing organic matter and soil organic carbon, in a practical and useful way to help land managers improve their soil. Have a listen.