Blog I’m sure that NFUS members will be aware of the Future Farming Investment Scheme, commonly known as FFIS. Last year saw the inaugural round of capital funding and whilst it was initially welcomed, when the results received a mixed response. There were always going to be winners and losers when £70 million was applied for and there was £20 million available. It is important that we acknowledge and understand the frustrations voiced. If you are reading this as an unsuccessful applicant, you can contact your local Scottish Government office to understand your result.
16/01/2026
News NFU Scotland has welcomed the UK Government’s announcement to raise the threshold for Agricultural and Business Property Relief (APR/BPR) under Inheritance Tax from £1 million to £2.5 million per individual, allowing a potential £5 million exemption for couples.
14/01/2026
News NFU Scotland has today responded to the Scottish Government’s 2026–27 Budget, warning that it largely flatlines support for farmers and crofters, providing certainty for one year.
13/01/2026
Blog As we approach the Scottish Government’s Budget on Tuesday, it is impossible to ignore the context in which it will be delivered. Public finances are under unprecedented pressure. Ministers face difficult choices, with competing demands from health, education, social security, housing and local government all vying for limited resources.
12/01/2026
Blog I’m in no doubt that 2026 will be a pivotal year for Scottish agriculture – both in terms of challenges and opportunities. The coming year will not be defined by a single policy decision or market movement, but by the cumulative impact of policy choices and political change - and by the direction we now take.
09/01/2026
News Responding to news the inheritance tax threshold will be raised to £2.5m, after a tireless campaign fought by NFU Scotland and the other farming unions, President Andrew Connon said:
“Today’s announcement is a significant day for the future of Scottish agriculture. The changes set out by the UK Government is a victory for common sense and reflects 14 months of relentless lobbying from NFU Scotland and the other UK Farming Unions in our pursuit to mitigate the worst of the impacts of the policy and protect our family farms.”
23/12/2025
News NFU Scotland has welcomed the publication of the Farming Profitability Review (FPR) and is urging the UK and Scottish Governments to ensure the recommendations are embedded into meaningful and coordinated policy change.
22/12/2025
News NFU Scotland is calling for urgent support for Scottish dairy farmers facing a severe downturn in milk prices.
22/12/2025
News With the Land Reform (Scotland) Bill expected to receive Royal Assent before the end of the year, NFU Scotland is urging Government and stakeholders to begin collaborative work on the vital secondary legislation process, particularly on Part 2 of the Bill, which directly affects Scotland’s tenanted sector.
19/12/2025
News In a newly published paper, Putting Scottish Food First, NFU Scotland is urging the Scottish Government to take action to put Scottish produce at the centre of public sector procurement - warning that the nation is missing a critical opportunity to support local farmers, crofters and growers.
19/12/2025