Scottish National Rural Network

13/11/2026

Are you producing fruit or vegetables in Scotland on a holding under 30 hectares?

Take part in our survey, and receive a £30 gift card as a thank you!
https://landworkersalliance.org.uk/new-survey-to-help-understant-need-of-growers-scotland/

The research aims to provide the Scottish Government with an evidence-base that will inform future thinking on sector support, resilience and development. This includes improving understanding of what makes fruit and veg enterprises successful and what factors contribute to their fragility.

The survey will take about 30 - 40 minutes to complete and closes on Friday 27th November 2026.

As a thank you for completing the survey, you'll receive a £30 e-gift card from Seeds of Scotland to spend on organic veg, herb and flower seeds!

This research is being delivered by SAOS, the James Hutton Institute and the Landworkers’ Alliance for the Scottish Government.


📷 Clem Sandison


https://landworkersalliance.org.uk/new-survey-to-help-understant-need-of-growers-scotland/?utm_name=sked&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=sked_6ae9ae84361ba28f76fae123

12/11/2026

📢 Have your say on the future of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in Scottish agriculture

The Scottish Government is seeking views on proposals for a new CPD system within Tier 4 of the Agricultural Reform Programme. Tier 4 focuses on people, professional development, skills, training, knowledge transfer and business support.

The consultation explores who should take part, whether CPD should be voluntary or mandatory, the types of learning activities that could count towards CPD, and the level of support needed to help people engage.

Whether you're a farmer, crofter, land manager or rural business stakeholder, your views can help shape future policy.

👉 Take part in the consultation here:
https://consult.gov.scot/agriculture-and-rural-economy/continuing-professional-development-cpd-tier-4/



NFU Scotland NFU Scotland - Argyll & the Islands Region NFUS North East Region Upper Forth Farmer and Land Manager Network Women in Agriculture Scotland Scottish Crofting Federation Farming for a Better Climate Nature Friendly Farming Network RHET Argyll & Bute The James Hutton Institute SRUC Scottish Land Matching Service Scottish Land & Estates

11/11/2026

🚶‍♀️🚌🚴‍♂️ How easy is it to get around Oban? Local people are being invited to share their experiences and ideas to help shape future transport improvements in and around the town.

Have your say and find out more 👇

🔗 https://ow.ly/ZKyE5105IYi

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11/11/2026

More opportunities. More participation. More pathways into the game. ⚽

A new plan sets out how women’s and girls’ football can continue to grow, helping more people get involved and enjoy the benefits of sport in their communities.

Read more: https://ow.ly/HFTw5105um2

09/11/2026

People across Scotland are being invited to have their say on proposals to make recycling easier and more consistent.

The Scottish Government consultation seeks views on a new household recycling code of practice, which also aims to increase recycling rates and help reduce carbon emissions.

Details at: https://tinyurl.com/mw672jpd

Keep Scotland Beautiful Scottish Islands Federation Community Land Scotland Highlands & Islands Climate Hub Climate Cafe Network Hub Net Zero Scotland

People across Scotland are being invited to have their say on proposals to make…

07/11/2026

Scottish Islands Team Scottish Islands Federation Uist Beò

How can your island community retain more value from tourism?

The next free session in our Islands Community Tourism Learning and Networking Programme takes place on 12 November, 10am–12pm.

‘Our island home as a host destination’ will explore tourism assets and infrastructure, local supply chains and opportunities to keep more tourism value within island communities.

Part of the programme we’re delivering in partnership with the Scottish Government.

👉 Find out more and register: https://ow.ly/iJFc51042qq

06/11/2026

A road safety campaign advising drivers to look out for red deer on Highland roads has been launched.

Deer-vehicle collisions typically increase at this time of year with shorter days and as red deer move down to lower ground to find food and shelter. Red deer stags in particular may be tempted to richer feeding grounds to recover following their rutting activity.

NatureScot is working with Transport Scotland and Traffic Scotland to put alerts on fixed electronic variable message signs (VMS) at dawn and dusk, reminding drivers of the risk of deer on the road.

Find out more at: https://tinyurl.com/3dbj2k7e

Scottish Rural and Islands Transport Community The Highland Council Moray Council Cairngorms National Park Perth and Kinross Council

06/11/2026

Timely reminder!

As part of the consultation on Proposed fisheries management measures in Scottish inshore Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) and proposed Priority Marine Features (PMFs), the Scottish Government will be holding drop-in sessions this week in Mallaig and Portree.

• 20 October – Mallaig Community Centre, Mallaig
• 21 October – Portree Community Centre, Portree

Drop-in sessions are from 2-5pm and 6-9pm. Everyone is welcome. This is an open-door event, no need to book.
At these sessions we can help:

• Provide information about the consultation,
• Explain the proposals,
• Answer questions and
• Support individuals and organisation in navigating the consultation platform to sub their consultation responses.

Venue details and more information can be found at https://ow.ly/M73O50ZZhj4

04/11/2026

ScotGov Rural Community Land Scotland
Scottish Rural Action Crofting Commission Scottish Islands Federation Scottish Islands Team Uist Beò Women in Agriculture Scotland

🥕Are you producing fruit or vegetables in Scotland on a holding of under 30 hectares? 🍎

Please help demonstrate the needs and barriers facing the small-scale edible horticulture sector by completing this survey.

This research aims to provide the Scottish Government with an evidence base to inform future thinking on sector support, resilience and development. This includes improving understanding of what makes fruit and veg enterprises successful and what factors contribute to their fragility.

The survey takes about 30–40 minutes to complete and closes on Friday 27 November 2026.

As a thank you for completing the survey, you’ll receive a £30 gift card to spend on organic seeds produced by Seeds of Scotland!

Complete the survey 👇
https://hutton.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eL4ywf6VNO82qyi

Know a grower who should see this? Please share.

This research is being delivered by SAOS, The James Hutton Institute and Landworkers' Alliance for the The Scottish Government.