News NFU Scotland is calling on milk processors to deliver meaningful milk price increases for August and September as falling production and soaring spot market prices underline the need to restore confidence across the dairy sector.
21/07/2026
Blog As we mark Farm Safety Week from the 20–24 July, we’re focusing on an often-overlooked but critical area of farm life: the everyday risks associated with vehicles and machinery, and the simple, practical steps that help reduce them.
20/07/2026
Blog CAGS, short for the Crofting Agricultural Grant Scheme, might not be the catchiest name in the world. But for many crofters across Scotland, it can make a real difference. It helps people invest in the practical things they need to keep their crofts working well, from buildings and fencing to drainage, livestock handling facilities, and water or power supplies.
16/07/2026
News NFU Scotland has welcomed the Scottish Government's decision to provide a £2 million emergency financial support package for independent pig producers, but has warned that the package is unlikely to go far enough to address the financial pressures facing the sector.
10/07/2026
Blog This week saw the first instalment of our new initiative dedicated to supporting and developing our branch chair and vice chair network. It was fantastic to have more than 50 people signed up from our branch chair/vice chairs and group secretary network. As with any new initiative, the first event is always a bit of trial and error and it is pleasing that the initial feedback has been so positive.
02/07/2026
Blog Scottish agriculture has spent much of the past decade preparing for change. From the UK's departure from the European Union to the development of a new agricultural support framework, farmers and crofters have been asked to adapt, engage and plan for a different future.
02/07/2026
News NFU Scotland has welcomed the Scottish Government's commitment to review concerns arising from the 2026 [BM1.1][AW1.2]non-domestic rates revaluation and wider issues within the business rates system.
01/07/2026
Blog The Scottish Government’s commitment to re-run the Future Farming Investment Scheme (FFIS) in 2026 is both welcome and necessary. For many of our members, FFIS 2025 was not just another funding opportunity, it was a clear signal that capital investment remains central to the future of Scottish agriculture.
29/06/2026
Blog In recent media and press activity, we have been clear: Scotland’s pig sector is at a tipping point. For some businesses, the challenge remains insurmountable, and we are continuing to lose independent pig producers.
26/06/2026
News NFU Scotland has warned that tariff suspensions on a range of imported food products could have unintended consequences for Scottish food producers and undermine long-term food security.
25/06/2026