Proposed UK-EU SPS deal could reopen European markets to Scottish seed potatoes, meat and shellfish, while cutting Brexit trade barriers and imposing new rules.

Competition was strongly contested at Borderway Agri Expo, where Hot Stepper secured the supreme championship for Alister, Liz and Amy Vance, Whithorn, also giving the family their first heifer ...

LiveScot returns to Lanark Auction Market on November 27-28, showcasing top Scottish cattle, sheep, ponies, produce, crafts and livestock sales.

Salers females reach 4500gns and average £4340 at Swatragh Export Show and Sale, with 75 clearance, led by reserve champion Carrick View Utah.

Former H+H chairman Michael Scott receives the 2026 David Thomlinson Lifetime Achievement Award for his contribution to livestock farming and rural communities.

Charolais bulls reached 14,000gns at the Northern Ireland Elite Autumn Export Sale in Swatragh, with Scottish buyers securing Stranagone Victorious.

I’m still shocked that the budget pitched as a new start for the country and “bold” by the newly anointed Messiah Andy Burnham and his light weight Chancellor John Healey has largely been received ...

Bluetongue figures in Scotland remain unchanged, with 54 holdings affected during the 2026/27 season. Cooler temperatures are expected to slow the spread of the disease, with no new cases reported on ...

Scotland’s tighter SSBSS calving interval puts pressure on farmers to get eligible suckler cows back in calf within the qualifying window.

EU guidance will not ban forestry during bird breeding season, but requires risk assessments, nest protection and safeguards for sensitive habitats.

Farmer Jack Milroy raises concerns over plans to tighten the SSBSS calving interval from 410 to 400 days and the impact on beef farms.

M&S cuts prices on British beef, lamb and pork by up to 26, including mince and sausages, while saying farmers’ payments will remain the same.