PEPFAA Code for fallen Stock

by SCF | Aug 7, 2007 | News Archive

The on farm burial ban of stock has temporarily been lifted. The fallen stock collection scheme is presently suspended and in recognition of the problems that this will cause on farm burial is being permitted. Anyone burying stock on farm must comply with the PEPFAA...

SCF evidence to the Committee of Inquiry on Crofting

by SCF | Aug 3, 2007 | News Archive

Scottish Crofting Foundation Evidence to the Committee of Inquiry on Crofting 31 July 2007Link to http://www.croftinginquiry.org

Forestry Commission – Support for Woodland Creation

by SCF | Jul 29, 2007 | News Archive

From 2008, we will offer support for woodland creation through Rural Development Contracts. In the meantime, we are inviting ‘initial interest’ for woodland creation specifically for the 2007/08 planting season.

Crofting Brand Set for Autumn Launch

by SCF | Jul 25, 2007 | News Archive

Following a survey of Scottish Crofting Foundation (SCF) members which produced a positive and enthusiastic response, a brand for crofting produce is on track to be launched in the autumn in time for the main sales season for croft-produced lamb, beef and potatoes....

Crofting Brand Questionnaire

by SCF | Jul 18, 2007 | News Archive

You may have heard of our project to create a "brand" for crofting produce. The first meeting of the working group is reported in this issue of the Crofter. We would very much appreciate it if you could find time to complete this short questionnaire to...

Scottish Crofting Foundation call for a halt to Decrofting

by SCF | Jun 14, 2007 | News Archive

The Minister for Environment, Michael Russell MSP, has been asked to impose an immediate moratorium on multiple-site decrofting to protect the culture from collapse.