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
Scotland Calls for Stronger UK‑Wide Action to End Horticultural Peat Use The Scottish Government has urged the UK Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to accelerate and strengthen efforts... 20 January 2026
Rare seagrass “fairy circles” observed in Scotland NatureScot’s marine team have captured rare footage of seagrass “fairy circles”, as a new report highlights the historic loss of... 20 January 2026
Scottish Budget 2026-27 The 2026-27 Budget will support a stronger NHS, with a record £22.5 billion for health and social care, expand cost... 15 January 2026
Scotland’s Finest Woods Awards returns for 2026 Scotland’s Finest Woods Awards is once again celebrating excellence in woodlands and forestry across the country, with youngsters leading the... 13 January 2026
Over £1.76 million for Scotland’s internationally important rainforest The Scottish Government Rainforest Restoration Fund (RRF), managed by NatureScot, will be shared by ten projects across the west of the country... 9 January 2026
Rare mountain plants to be restored at Ben Lui Preparations are underway for the planting of hundreds of woolly and downy willow saplings in a remote area near the... 9 January 2026
Dogs’ dinners can have greater climate impact than owners’ Dogs fed on premium, meat-rich pet food can have a bigger dietary carbon pawprint than their owners, according to the... 8 January 2026
Leading Forensic Soil Scientist Professor Lorna Dawson Awarded Damehood in New Year Honours Professor Lorna Dawson, Head of the Centre for Forensic Soil Science at the James Hutton Institute, was recommended for the... 7 January 2026