Scottish Land and Estates

Scottish Government has confirmed farmers will be expected to meet new requirements to receive Enhanced Greening payments from next year

15 farming organisations will challenge Gov on issues including supply chain fairness and obstacles to economic growth

Could Alistair Carmichael's legislation finally address food supply chain unfairness?

The Natural Environment Bill (Scotland) was proposed in Holyrood on February 19. It could help Scottish Ministers set legally binding targets to reduce carbon emissions and protect biodiversity. But will farmers support the proposed piece of legislation?

NFU Scotland said current proposals for the creation of a third National Park in Galloway fail to show 'benefit' to farmers, food producers and the rural economy

MSPs have written a joint letter to Chancellor Rachel Reeves outlining how the Autumn Budget could impact farmers in Scotland

"I do not think large farmers should be exempt from Inheritance Tax because no-one else is"

"Rural communities and businesses have often felt that the issues we encounter play second fiddle to those in urban areas"

"Scottish farmers and crofters deserved a Budget that recognised their indispensable role in Scotland’s rural and national prosperity"

"I foresee years of friction if this goes ahead"