SAC Consulting News
Cattle Inspections and Passport Reconciliation
With winter cattle inspections now underway. A timely passport reconciliation can help avoid penalties and ensure you’re inspection-ready if selected at short notice. Lorraine explains how to get prepared for a winter inspection.…
- SAC Consulting
- 16/01/2026
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Driving Innovation in the Potato Industry Amid Seasonal Challenges
Kyran discusses how the 2025 season has highlighted both risks and opportunities in potato production. Future innovation can help growers protect yields, maintain quality and reduce losses.…
- SAC Consulting
- 16/01/2026
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Feed and Forage Budgeting – Are you Prepared for Winter?
Assessing forage supplies and creating a clear feed budget helps farms plan for shortages, optimise animal nutrition, and make the most of available resources during challenging winters.…
- SAC Consulting
- 11/12/2025
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Optimising Winter Sheep Housing
Carol-Anne looks at how slatted systems can cut bedding costs, improve hygiene, and protect winter pasture while supporting flock health and labour savings.…
- SAC Consulting
- 11/12/2025
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Meet the Consultant - Quianne Reijnen
Quianne has recently joined SAC Consulting in Stirling, bringing expertise in livestock genetics, farm sustainability, and ruminant consultancy to help clients improve efficiency, profitability, and environmental performance.…
- SAC Consulting
- 11/12/2025
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Autumn Budget: Key Implications for Agricultural Businesses
Andrew outlines how the 2025 Budget affects farms and crofts, from inheritance tax changes to employment costs, capital allowances, and financial planning, helping businesses prepare for the year ahead.…
- SAC Consulting
- 11/12/2025
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First Robotic Milking Machines Installed in Orkney
Susan explains how the introduction of robotic milking systems is helping Orkney dairy farms tackle labour shortages, improve efficiency, and support herd welfare while future-proofing milk production.…
- SAC Consulting
- 11/12/2025
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Funding Opportunities for Crofters - Crofting Agricultural Grant Scheme
Jane explains how recent changes have made the Crofting Agricultural Grant Scheme (CAGS) simpler and faster to apply for, helping crofters access funding for croft improvements.…
- SAC Consulting
- 12/11/2025
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Meet the Consultant - David Ross
Based in Stonehaven, David Ross has been part of SAC Consulting for nearly 20 years, supporting farmers across Scotland with hands-on agronomy and crop planning advice.…
- SAC Consulting
- 12/11/2025
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Crofting Commission Annual Notice
With stricter enforcement now in place, it’s vital for crofters to return their Annual Notice accurately and on time. Ensure your details are up to date to avoid penalties.…
- SAC Consulting
- 12/11/2025
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Keeping Your Rural Payments Account Updated
With paper mandate forms no longer accepted, businesses must update agent and representative access online to avoid delays with Rural Payments applications and claims. Alison explains how.…
- SAC Consulting
- 12/11/2025
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EASR Regulations: What the Change from Paragraph 7s Means for Farmers and Distilleries
From 1st November, SEPA’s new EASR framework replaces Paragraph 7 exemptions, bringing stricter sampling and record-keeping requirements. Darlene tells us what the changes mean for spreading and compliance.…
- SAC Consulting
- 12/11/2025
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