SCF Crofting Bill Consultation Response

by SCF | Aug 15, 2024

At this meeting we will cover the key questions posed by Scottish Government’s Crofting Bill proposals and what our initial thoughts on them are. We will then open up to discussion and are really keen to hear your views on them in order to both inform our...

Annual General Meeting

by SCF | Jun 20, 2024

Join Scottish Crofting Federation for our AGM on 16th July at 2pm. If you are intending to join the AGM, which is online this year, you will need to register.

Novel crops: supporting biodiversity & profitability on Scotland’s farms

by SCF | Feb 23, 2024

Flax and hemp used to be grown widely around Scotland. Today, more farmers and crofters are reaping the benefits of re-introducing these crops into their rotations. Landworkers have been able to diversify their income and seen noticable improvements in soil health and...

Tree hay – using trees as livestock fodder

by SCF | Feb 21, 2024

Making hay from trees can be a valuable way to supplement winter forage and support livestock nutrition and welfare. Join us for an informative and practical online discussion on the benefits and practicalities of making and using tree hay, where we will explore...

Biodiversity audits for crofters and farmers, developing the next steps’

by SCF | Jan 25, 2024

Biodiversity audits for crofters and farmers, developing the next steps’ Webinar on the work that NatureScot is currently undertaking as a commission from the Scottish Government to develop a biodiversity audit that farmers and crofters can carry out as part of...