Investing in local economies The Community Wealth Building Bill has been passed by the Scottish Parliament. It will support investment in communities with councils,... 12 February 2026
Busy bees on the Tweed! Buglife is inviting landowners and land managers along the River Tweed to express interest in receiving support for pollinator‑friendly habitat... 4 February 2026
Communities set to grow with free trees Communities are being encouraged to take part in one of the country’s largest grassroots tree‑planting efforts, as the Woodland Trust... 26 January 2026
New study reveals 23 tree species needed to support more than 40% of biodiversity associated with Scots pine A new study led by The James Hutton Institute has highlighted the importance of protecting the UK’s Scots pine woodland... 21 January 2026
New Film Highlights the Hidden Power of Dung Beetles in Nature‑Friendly Farming A new short film from Soil Association Scotland is shining a spotlight on one of farming’s most overlooked allies: the... 20 January 2026
Agritourism businesses encouraged to apply for AIS funding The Scottish Government’s Agritourism Investment Scheme (AIS) is now open for applications, offering capital grants to help farms, crofts and... 20 January 2026
Community Ownership Brings Oakbank Inn Back to Life as Pub Reopens in Sandbank The Oakbank Inn, a historic Argyll pub that had stood empty for almost three years, has officially reopened under... 7 January 2026
Marine plan for Shetland A plan setting out how Shetland’s seas will be managed sustainably to support local communities, protect marine life and tackle... 5 December 2025
From spuds to skincare. Scientists from the University of Aberdeen are part of a team looking to turn potato waste into high value compounds that can be used... 2 December 2025
Sharing Knowledge Across Borders: Farm Succession and the Next Generation Ensuring the future of farming is one of the most pressing challenges facing rural communities across Europe – and Scotland... 26 November 2025