Orkney & Shetland

I am assisting as Regional Manager for Orkney and Shetland, alongside a similar role in Highland, and I have been out and about in the region in recent times.  

The job of a Regional Manager is very diverse and no two days are the same.  My time is spent on a variety of areas, from dealing with member appeal cases to organising events.  The most enjoyable part of the job is when I am out meeting members, and I have certainly learnt a huge amount during the year.

Being a farmer myself, I hope I can understand the problems experienced throughout the industry, as well as appreciating the good points of living and working in the countryside and the general camaraderie that farmers share.

On my own farm, I run suckler cows and ewes with my main interest being in the breeding cattle.  I also like the showing of commercial calves and, hopefully, managing to breed some good calves to sell on for further showing.

The Orkney and Shetland Regional board and our many local secretaries and members are always looking to move forward with a planned programme of activity for all members to follow on from our successful Farming for the Future programme.

Ian Wilson