SAC Consulting News
Diversification: Adding Value to Personal and Physical Assets
Looking to diversify your farm income? Discover innovative ways to add value to your assets, engage the next generation, and boost profitability.…
- SAC Consulting
- 13/02/2025
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Meet the Consultant - Janette Sutherland
Janette joined SAC Consulting in 2005 and remains passionate about supporting Skye’s crofters.…
- SAC Consulting
- 20/01/2025
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Wireworm: Safeguarding Your Crops
Kerry discusses the rising threat of wireworm, its impact on crops, and practical strategies for prevention and management.…
- SAC Consulting
- 20/01/2025
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Nutrition Reminder: Annual Pre-Calving and Lambing
Samantha highlights the importance of forage analysis, ration planning, and metabolic testing to ensure livestock health and productivity during this critical period.…
- SAC Consulting
- 20/01/2025
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Trace Elements for Sheep
Graham explains the importance of trace element supplementation, how to identify deficiencies, and why consulting your vet is key to keeping your flock healthy.…
- SAC Consulting
- 20/01/2025
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Spring Cropping Crossroads – Which Way Now?
David discusses the challenges of spring cropping in 2024, from profitability concerns to weighing options like contract farming or renting land.…
- SAC Consulting
- 20/01/2025
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Silage Update and Seasonal Trends
Mary highlights silage trends showing lower energy and higher protein due to spring weather patterns. …
- SAC Consulting
- 13/12/2024
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Plan Your Farming Future: Join the Scottish Farm Business Survey
Sascha emphasises the value of participating in the Scottish Farm Business Survey for better financial planning, succession, and profitability analysis. Gain insights into your farm’s worth, trends, and your contribution will also provide vital data to shape the future of Scotland’s agricultural sector.…
- SAC Consulting
- 13/12/2024
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Financial Potential of Health Planning and Essential Health Planning for Lambing
Foteini tells us more about SRUC’s free HerdPlan tool which helps to optimise livestock health and productivity. With customisable scenarios, it empowers data-driven decisions to improve productivity and reduce costs.…
- SAC Consulting
- 13/12/2024
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Subletting v Rural Payments
Iain advises crofters to review tenancy statuses before submitting their Single Application Form (SAF). Learn how to manage sublets and avoid penalties with his essential tips!…
- SAC Consulting
- 13/12/2024
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Meet the Consultant - Craig Bothwell
Craig Bothwell, Senior Agricultural Consultant and Area Manager, brings nearly a decade of expertise in beef and sheep systems, livestock nutrition, financial planning, and subsidy applications. Winner of Adviser of the Year 2024, Craig's passionate about supporting his clients.…
- SAC Consulting
- 13/12/2024
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The Power of Data to Improve Efficiency in Suckler Herds
Lorna highlights the benefits of weight data for improving herd efficiency and management decisions. Learn how technology, cow efficiency metrics, and replacement strategies can optimise beef production.…
- SAC Consulting
- 13/12/2024
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