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The Single Application Form (SAF) 2026 window is now open
13 March, 2026
The 2026 Single Application Form window runs from 13 March 2026 to 15 May 2026, and applicants can now submit their SAF.
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Long term collaborative investments in agricultural and environmental research deliver material societal benefits
10 March, 2026
An independent review of the current research programme identified excellent and outstanding impact across a wide range of stakeholders.
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Ayr RPID Office is Relocating to Kilwinning
23 February, 2026
Ayr RPID Office is Relocating to Kilwinning
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Agri wages board minimum wage proposal
26 January, 2026
A single minimum hourly rate for all agricultural workers, irrespective of age and duties has been proposed by the Scottish Agricultural Wage Board (SAWB).
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Have your say in our Landscape Collaboration consultation
19 January, 2026
If you are a farmer, crofter or land manager in Scotland, we want to hear from you.
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Sheep and Goat Inventory closing soon
15 January, 2026
The annual Sheep and Goat Inventory closes at midnight on 30 January.
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Updated Land Maintenance Form
17 December, 2025
An updated Land Maintenance Form (PF06) is effective from 17 December 2025.
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Rural Payments and Services Website Scheduled for Essential Maintenance
15 December, 2025
The Rural Payments and Services (RP&S) website will undergo essential maintenance during the festive period, resulting in a temporary closure of the platform and several related services.
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Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (AECS) 2026 guidance updates
15 December, 2025
The Agricultural Reform Programme (ARP) Route Map was updated in October 2025 to state that the Agri-Environment Climate Scheme (AECS...