Opinion

Why farmers should be incentivised to accommodate beavers

Another anti-meat documentary was on TV screens

The Editor Speaks Another documentary spouting beef balderdash

A letter to the editor

Letter The Scottish Farmer is our trusted source for unbiased and timely agricultural news

Richard Wright Euro Notebook – Time to splash the food promotion cash says Brussels

Jim Walker Farm view - change course or the ship will sink

Back Scotch Beef, Lamb, and Pork this festive season

Norman Bagley Get behind Scotch Beef, Scotch Lamb and Specially Select Pork this Christmas season

Letter QMS chair Kate Rowell responds to a readers' letter

Letter to the editor

Letter Budget cut is a bitter blow for farmers

Missed chance at AgriScot for Scottish Government to clarify future farm support

The Editor Speaks Wasted opportunity at AgriScot for Scottish Government to clarity future farm support

Sound science in agriculture faces another setback in Europe

Richard Wright Euro Notebook – Another European defeat for sound science in agriculture

A letter to the editor

Letter Upland farming mirrors the Dodo's fate

Claire Taylor on-farm in Argentina

Claire Taylor Nuffield Scholar Claire Taylor reports from her most recent travels in South America

Electorate's voice deserves attention from political parties

James Porter Farm View – Political parties need to listen to their electorate

Balmoral Highland cattle fold has been hugely successful in recent years

The Editor Speaks Sad to see removal of Highland cattle and Highland ponies from Balmoral

I’ve had some of the best times at farm groups and charity fundraisers, as well as around the ring. It is such a privileged trusted place auctioneers enjoy in the community.

Farm View The industry must confidently navigate opportunities, taking marts into the future

The talk of the town this week is inflation, and there's good news as the UK rate in October dropped beyond analysts' expectations

Richard Wright Euro Notebook – can farmers win now inflation has fallen from its peak

Throughout Scotland's history, agriculture has played a pivotal role in supporting the country during times of conflict.

Remembrance Sunday Remembrance Sunday and the Agricultural Roots of Scotland

While devolution has worked well in many areas of local and national government, the advantages in other areas are much harder to identify.

Neil Shand Farm View - Cross-border issues from a neutral standpoint

Despite efforts for reform, global farm support continues to grow

Richard Wright Euro Notebook - Global farm support rising, despite all efforts for change

Sheep welfare to the fore

The Editor Speaks What One Sheep Teaches Us: A remarkable rescue and shearing

Concern for falling suckler cow numbers

The Editor Speaks Suckler cow decline threatens Scotland's rural economy and jobs

John Elliot Farm View: Looking back at important figures gone by

We are informed of methane's Global Warming Potential being 25 times greater than carbon dioxide

Letter Methane has a Global Warming Potential 25 times that of carbon dioxide

Patrick Sleigh talks flooding

Letter Addressing urgent agricultural challenges post-Storm Babet to safeguard the sector

Mr Waugh writes to the editor

Letter Scottish Government's missteps prompt UPL Europe to ditch Asulam for bracken control

Richard Wright Euro Notebook – farmer power crashes trade deal at last minute

Farmers express frustration as they feel marginalised in a debate that dismisses science and sees EU member states behaving like a debating club

Richard Wright Euro Notebook - Has the fight back by agriculture now been triggered?

Livestock are stuck on Shetland farms

Weather throwing challenges to the sector

Ken Fletcher – A lot to celebrate

Bagley's Beef - Positive outcomes a prerequisite for levy increase

Farm View - looking at what the future holds

Jim Walker Field Margins - The devil will be in the detail

Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon outlined Scot Gov policy at the NFUS fringe event

The NFUS fringe meeting speaks truth to power

Challenging year, Yet farmers display resilience and earn praise

Richard Wright Euro Notebook: Farmers boost EU's position as top food exporter

James Porter - A fresh willingness among farmers to collaborate in order to resist the pressures of consolidation.

James Porter A newfound desire amongst farmers to work together to resist being squeezed

Richard Wright Euro Notebook – wider politics now driving trade deals

More career fairs are needed to highlight jobs in the sector

The Editor Speaks Concerns mount over declining interest in agricultural education amidst challenges

Cabinet Secretary has sold out to the forestry lobby

Letter Quotes from Mairi Gougeon demonstrate that she has sold out to the forestry lobby

Andrew Moir Exploring the potential of Artificial Intelligence in revolutionising agriculture

Potato harvest in the Ukraine

Dr Keith Dawson Contrasting Harvests: Scottish Winter Crops Thrive, Spring Barley Faces Challenges

Food prices exceed market and farm-related justifications for consumers

Richard Wright Food price inflation raises questions as farmers struggle for gains

Balancing trees and farming is a hard act

Balancing food and timber needs amidst growing tree planting demands

Stephen Buchan, head of agriculture Scotland at Virgin Money

Virgin Money Survey reveals threat to food production from Increasing farm expenses

Claire has visited farmers who run Boran cattle

Claire Taylor Travelling Taylor finds out more about farming and food on her trip to Africa

Vic Ballantyne Farm View: Creating more space for nature where we can

Critical mass a must for Scottish meat sector

Concerns grow over Scotbeef redundancies and potential industry impact

Norman Bagley Scotland's Government Talks, But Does It Act?

How to balance grass and clover using fertiliser and stocking rates

John Elliot Farm View: Balancing Grass-Clover: Tips for Fertiliser, Stocking, and Nitrogen

For the time being, the government appears inclined to scale back certain green initiatives in pursuit of achieving a net-zero carbon status by 2050

Richard Wright Euro Notebook: Rare outbreak of common sense in Westminster politics?

The Chief Executive of Farm Carbon Toolkit, talks about carbon and agriculture.

Liz Bowles Chief Executive of Farm Carbon Toolkit, talks about carbon and agriculture

Field of Barley Ref:RH120822073 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Richard Wright Euro Notebook: Back to the real world for prices and politics

In recent years, agri-tourism in Scotland has experienced significant growth

John Scott Agri-tourism in Scotland soars: annual conference in Perth this November

Ref:RH041122034 Rob Haining / The Scottish Farmer

Rising Suicide Rates in Farming Sector: A call to kindness

What are the ethics of gene editing in livestock?

Dr Craig Lewis Ethical Dilemma: Should we restrict gene editing in Livestock?