News by year
News 2021
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Final call for tenant farmer feedback on rent review process
21 May, 2021
Farmers asked to complete survey by Monday 24th May
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Quarantine requirements for seasonal workers from red list countries
13 May, 2021
Seasonal workers arriving from red list countries...
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Out of office hours IT support
6 May, 2021
With the 17 May SAF deadline fast approaching, we are offering outside of office hours IT support this weekend.
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Scottish Upland Sheep payments to commence
26 April, 2021
Scottish Upland Sheep Support Scheme (SUSSS) 2020 payments are expected to reach the bank accounts of farmers and crofters
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Capital Grants Scheme application window extended
24 March, 2021
SACGS applicants will now have until 30 September to submit claims
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Ensuring delivery of islanders’ priorities
24 March, 2021
Delivering a fair, integrated, green and inclusive approach to island policy is at the heart of a new document published today.
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Farmers and crofters to receive payments
23 March, 2021
From 24 March Financial Discipline reimbursement (FDRI) payments will reach farmers and crofters bank accounts.
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Crop diversification not applicable
22 March, 2021
Customers and agents completing the Single Application Form (SAF) have been advised to ignore any references to crop diversification requirements...
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Supporting pig farmers
19 March, 2021
Pig farmers affected by the temporary closure of an abattoir in Brechin will be eligible for hardship support through a new £715,000 scheme.
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Seasonal Agricultural Workers
19 March, 2021
Commenting on the FLEX report, Rural Affairs Minister Ben Macpherson said: