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Managing Grass Swards

After an unusually dry spring, grass recovery is slow, and grazing strategies matter more than ever. Lorna tells us how to protect swards, plan winter feed, and adapt your pasture management to cope with more extreme weather.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 17/06/2025
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Meet the Consultant - Mary-Jane Lawrie

Based in our Edinburgh office, Senior Consultant Mary-Jane Lawrie combines practical on-farm expertise with a passion for people and the environment. From biodiversity audits to leading Scotland’s Women in Agriculture programme, she’s helping shape a more resilient and inclusive farming future.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 17/06/2025
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How to Spot, Stop, and Safely Handle Honeybee Swarming

Swarming season has come early - and it’s catching many off guard. Whether you’re a beekeeper or just have bees on your land, knowing how to recognise and manage swarms is vital to protect both your bees and your neighbours.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 17/06/2025
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Is Your Stock Getting Enough Water at Grass?

Whether you run beef, dairy, or sheep, understanding how much water your animals need and how to provide it efficiently can safeguard health and performance this summer.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 17/06/2025
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Trees and Hedges that Work: Unlocking Funding and Resilience

Explore how tree and hedge planting can boost farm resilience, improve biodiversity, and support carbon capture. Discover the various schemes available and get practical advice on making the most of these opportunities.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 13/05/2025
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Meet the Consultant - Mhairi Dalgleish

From carbon audits to biodiversity strategy, Mhairi supports Perthshire farms and leads natural capital projects shaping sustainable agriculture across Scotland.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 12/05/2025
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New Restrictions on Muirburn to be Introduced

From common grazings to grouse moors, Paul guides land managers through new muirburn rules with a focus on habitat, compliance, and local knowledge.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 12/05/2025
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Can We Control Soil Carbon? The Challenge of Managing Soil Carbon Stocks in Scotland

Sarah brings clarity to the science of soil carbon - helping farms boost resilience, protect soil organic matter, and support climate goals through practical, soil-smart advice.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 12/05/2025
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Tailoring Inputs to Risk in Arable Crops

Fiona shares timely crop insights and know-how - helping arable farmers balance risk, maximise yield, and make sense of the season's shifting conditions.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 12/05/2025
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Raising the Bar to Transform Efficiency and Productivity in the Pig Sector

George looks at what livestock producers can learn from the pig sector’s efficiency evolution - sharing insights on genetics, nutrition, and herd health that could help drive smarter systems across the board.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 12/05/2025
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Focus on Grass: A 2025 Review of Grazing Systems

Explore how smarter grazing strategies—like rotational grazing and pasture species optimisation—can boost productivity, cut costs, and future-proof your farm in 2025’s changing landscape.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 15/04/2025
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Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Plans

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plans are key to sustainable pest control—boosting productivity, protecting the environment, and supporting farm assurance compliance.…

  • SAC Consulting
  • 15/04/2025
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