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Hebridean Trials: Highlights the unique challenges and atmosphere of sheepdog trials held in the Hebrides, showcasing the rugged terrain and hardy local breeds. Virtual Fencing: Examines the implementation of "invisible" virtual fencing technology to manage livestock grazing patterns and protect sensitive habitats. Arable Updates: Covers the latest developments in cereal and root crops, including advice on managing soil health after a particularly wet growing season. Estate Management: Discusses the evolving role of Scottish estates in conservation, focusing on peatland restoration and carbon sequestration efforts. Machinery & Tech: Reviews new agricultural machinery, with a particular focus on the latest telehandlers and tillage equipment designed for efficiency. Women in Agriculture: Features stories from women leading the way in the industry, from farm management to agricultural policy and advocacy. 22nd Anniversary: Marks a milestone for the publication, celebrating 22 years of providing news and features to the Scottish agricultural community. Download PDF Read on issuu.com - no download needed https://www.farmingscotland.com/digital-magazine-downloads/issue155 monthly 0.5 2026-01-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/694bc78a4ecad06bec4df700/afc050a0-7b4b-4045-bfe2-5546daefe58c/Farming+Scotland+155.png Digital Magazine Downloads - Issue 155 - Spring 2025 Cover Feature: Focuses on Rhoda Munro and her hardy lifestyle farming Blackface sheep on the islands of Mull and Gometra. Island Challenges: Explores the difficulties of off-grid organic farming, including bracken invasion and the impact of Sea Eagles on lamb survival. Livestock Success: Highlights the quality of Lurg genetics and the success of "Blackie" (Scottish Blackface) sheep in the Hebrides. Professional Trials: Features 23-year-old Mark MacQueen from Skye, who represented Bower Young Farmers in professional dog trials. Arable Insights: Provides data on new oilseed rape varieties like LG Adapt, focusing on pod shatter resistance and high oil content. Young Farmers: Highlights the achievements of youngsters like John Ramsay in the sheep and beef sectors of Stranraer and Rhins. Canine Expertise: Details the professional training of working sheepdogs, with top-tier dogs selling for prices up to £6,500. Agricultural Innovation: Discusses the use of Cow Comfort Mats in shearing sheds to improve conditions for both shearers and livestock. Industry News: Covers essential updates on commodity prices, livestock auctions, and national news from the NFU Scotland. Editor's Note: Reflections on the "busyness" of the agricultural season and a preview of upcoming press trips to European farms. Download PDF Read on issuu.com - no download needed https://www.farmingscotland.com/digital-magazine-downloads/issue154 monthly 0.5 2026-01-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/694bc78a4ecad06bec4df700/30d16be5-67bf-4afb-8bed-b8a5db2bde4a/Farming+Scotland+154.png Digital Magazine Downloads - Issue 154 - November 2024 Editor’s Reflections: Eilidh MacPherson welcomes the summer, looking forward to the agricultural show season and planning a campervan trip through the Highlands and Islay. Springfield Farm Feature: Profiles Gavin and Anna, who detail their journey reclaiming "sick" soil at Springfield and the challenges of being "new entrants" denied funding. Beef Success: Highlights Gavin’s success with Simmental cattle, including the champion bull Islavale Jabba, judged in a global online competition. Suckler Support Changes: Discusses the new 2025 regime for the Scottish Suckler Beef Support Scheme (SSBSS), requiring a calving interval of 410 days or less. Show Previews: Features comprehensive previews for major summer events, including the Royal Highland Show and the Scottish Game Fair. Agri-Tourism: Showcases on-farm diversification, specifically luxury pods with hot tubs and BBQ decks, as seen on a windswept property utilizing wind energy. Arable Focus: Provides an optimistic outlook for the British blackcurrant harvest, aiming for 11,000 tonnes despite a cold, wet spring. Livestock Predators: Covers rising concerns over sea eagle attacks on sheep and dogs in Skye, as well as the impact of reintroduced wolves on Italian sheep farms. Sheep Management: Includes reports on "Charolais to the Fore at Cowfords" and technical advice on improving lamb survival through knowledge transfer projects. Sustainable Forestry: Mentions the planting of 60 acres of hardwoods on marginal land as part of a wider trend toward carbon sequestration and environmental stewardship. Download PDF Read on issuu.com - no download needed https://www.farmingscotland.com/digital-magazine-downloads/issue153 monthly 0.5 2026-01-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/694bc78a4ecad06bec4df700/1767958686761-2O15ZRWMCP4QM8HE6LAM/Farming+Scotland+153.png Digital Magazine Downloads - Issue 153 - October 2024 Editorial Outlook: Eilidh MacPherson delivers a sharp critique of the political climate, advocating for the "No Farmers, No Food" movement and the protection of family farms. Health & Safety: Features a critical focus on Lyme Disease and tick awareness, providing essential advice for farmers working in high-risk areas during the summer. Livestock Technology: Explores the benefits of Electronic Identification (EID) in beef herds to monitor growth rates and improve overall enterprise profitability. Arable Innovation: Discusses the role of biostimulants in modern crop production, specifically how they help plants like tomatoes withstand environmental stress. Estate Spotlight: Covers the "Walk on the Wild Side" at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, showcasing the integration of biodiversity and traditional land management. Renewable Energy: Highlights the use of hybrid barley varieties as a high-yielding feedstock for Anaerobic Digestion (AD) plants across Scotland. Machinery Updates: Reviews the latest in precision agriculture, including the 10th-anniversary updates to the Valtra T Series tractors and new cultivation tools. Animal Welfare: Provides technical guidance on managing summer mastitis and heat stress in dairy cattle to maintain milk quality and herd health. Forestry & Timber: Examines the current state of the Scottish timber market and the long-term economic benefits of integrating commercial forestry on marginal land. Community News: Includes updates from the Scottish Women’s Institutes (SWI) and local agricultural show societies as they prepare for the peak competition season. 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