Posts Tagged ‘farming’
Young farmers’ woolly thinking art is a real winner
Bale art depicting a colourful scene of shepherds and their sheep has been declared the best in Scotland after winning a national competition for young farmers. People across Scotland have been enjoying a wide range of works of art creating using straw bales around the country with a total of 53 young farmers clubs taking…
Read MoreWild salmon crisis to feature in Landward special
The wild Scottish salmon industry off Scotland’s west coast is struggling. The issue is being highlighted on Tuesday, in Saving Our Salmon: A Landward Special on BBC Two Scotland. The wild Atlantic salmon has been at the heart of Scottish rural life for centuries. This ‘king of fish’ attracts anglers from far and wide. Yet…
Read MorePick a pumpkin – there’s 7000 to choose from
When you think of vegetables growing in Scottish fields, one that you wouldn’t immediately expect to find are pumpkins. But, in a corner of Stirlingshire, more than 7000 pumpkins have been grown across four acres of land at Arnprior Farm in a variety of sizes, perfect for Halloween, making hearty soups or for autumn decoration.…
Read MoreDame Evelyn Glennie shares her early years
The world’s first full-time solo percussionist, Dame Evelyn Glennie, profoundly deaf since the age of 12. In this interview, originally published in Scottish Field’s April 2017 edition, she revisits the rural community in Aberdeenshire where she grew up. I was born in Aberdeen in 1965, the youngest of three kids. My parents were desperate for…
Read More16th century Scots castle on the property market
A beautiful 16th century Scottish castle set in beautiful woodland is now available for sale. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram, the category A-listed Lickleyhead Castle, near Premnay, in Aberdeenshire, sits in a sheltered position below the hills of Bennachie and is approached from a long drive through mature woodland. It has a rich history…
Read MoreApple theme for next Bowhouse food weekend
Fife’s food hub will open its doors once more this month for an apple-themed food event next weekend. On Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 October, Bowhouse will feature resident producers based there, with a line-up of some of Scotland’s best food artisans, as well as apple activities throughout the weekend; such as pork and apple…
Read MoreWelcome return of sponsor at Scottish Rural Awards
The Scottish Rural Awards has welcomed the return of one of its sponsors for the 2019 event. The awards are delighted to welcome ArdMoor back as the sponsor of the Rural Employer category. ArdMoor was founded in July 2010 as a single place to purchase the very best country, shooting, fishing, stalking, farming, gamekeeping and equestrian…
Read MoreNothing fishy about this unusual property for sale
A property with a difference is now for sale in Stirlingshire. Presented for sale by Bell Ingram, Howietoun Fishery, in Sauchiemill, Stirlingshire, was established by Sir James Maitland in 1881. Within the original Grain Mill is a commemorative window dedicated to Sir James. In the 1870s, Sir James, on whose estate Sauchiemill stood, began scientific…
Read MoreSo much to see and do in Scotland this autumn
As the leaves on the trees turn red, gold and brown, now is the perfect time to see Scotland’s famous autumn colours and explore during this beautiful time of year. Autumn is an enchanting time across Scotland; the leaves turn from luscious green to rich red, gold and fiery orange, there is no better time…
Read MoreFarm commitment honoured with new status
A Scots farm has been honoured for its high environmental standards and its commitment to sustainable farming. LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming) has this week announced Bowhill Farming Ltd as a LEAF Demonstration Farm – its fourth in Scotland. Located in the Scottish Borders, Bowhill Farming Ltd is a 5,463-hectare mixed hill/upland enterprise and forms…
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