Rural development
Supporting the vibrancy and economic viability of rural communities.

Being part of Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) gives us a unique insight into the issues facing rural development. We have an experienced team of consultants specialising in offering impartial planning and compliance support for a range of new and existing developments, providing the convenience of a ‘one stop shop’ tailored service for our clients.
We undertake projects across a wide spectrum of disciplines and situations offering innovative solutions throughout the project lifecycle from feasibility to implementation.

Our main activities include:
- Rural Planning Advice
- Intensive Livestock Farming
- Agricultural Design
- Land Surveying
- Soil Management
- Flood Risk Assessments
- Rural Sustainable Drainage Systems
- Emissions Modelling and Assessments
- Geospatial Mapping and Analysis
- Arboriculture
- Ecology
Find out more about our services

SAC Consulting
Our consultants in 25 offices across Scotland and northern England turn research into advice and advantage for business and public sector alike.


Vet & laboratory services
Our leading experts provide support to clients in areas animal disease, diagnosis and surveillance.