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Farming industry views sought on agri-tech

Farming industry views sought on agri-tech

Farming industry views sought on agri-tech

29 June 2020

Beef and sheep farmers, consultants, vets and researchers are being asked for their views on the use of modern technology.


Walkers and climbers welcome proposed lifting of travel limits in Scotland

Walkers and climbers welcome proposed lifting of travel limits in Scotland

Walkers and climbers welcome proposed lifting of travel limits in Scotland

24 June 2020

Mountaineering Scotland has described the planned relaxation from July 3 as a positive step


Barbecues and camp fires could be banned in great outdoors in Cairngorms National Park post Covid-19

Barbecues and camp fires could be banned in great outdoors in Cairngorms National Park post Covid-19

Barbecues and camp fires could be banned in great outdoors in Cairngorms National Park post Covid-19

18 June 2020

Park authority is looking at the measure ahead of tourism re-opening in mid-July


MSP says easing of lockdown restrictions not licence to litter

MSP says easing of lockdown restrictions not licence to litter

MSP says easing of lockdown restrictions not licence to litter

17 June 2020

David Stewart has voiced concerns about the potential increase in problem ahead of the expected further lifting of lockdown restrictions


Controversial Cairngorms capercaillie project is awarded £2 million in lottery funds

Controversial Cairngorms capercaillie project is awarded £2 million in lottery funds

Controversial Cairngorms capercaillie project is awarded £2 million in lottery funds

16 June 2020

Funds will be used to help safeguard species but some residents in pilot community of Carrbridge say conservation project has been imposed on village


Free places available for Highland businesses for Q&A with Scottish tourism secretary

Free places available for Highland businesses for Q&A with Scottish tourism secretary

Free places available for Highland businesses for Q&A with Scottish tourism secretary

10 June 2020

The Q&A with Fergus Ewing will take place this Monday at 12.50pm and has been organised by the Federation of Small Businesses


Badenoch MSP urges chlorinated chicken deal to be taken off the table

Badenoch MSP urges chlorinated chicken deal to be taken off the table

Badenoch MSP urges chlorinated chicken deal to be taken off the table

09 June 2020

Kate Forbes has accused the UK Government of failing to stand up for Highland farmers


Scottish Water issue dog rescue and cold water shock warnings

Scottish Water issue dog rescue and cold water shock warnings

Scottish Water issue dog rescue and cold water shock warnings

05 June 2020

Latest figures reveal that 214 people lost their lives to unintentional drowning in the UK last year and 37 of the deaths were in Scotland


Survey reveals extent of financial losses if coronavirus leads to cancellation of 2020 let deer shooting

Survey reveals extent of financial losses if coronavirus leads to cancellation of 2020 let deer shooting

Survey reveals extent of financial losses if coronavirus leads to cancellation of 2020 let deer shooting

04 June 2020

A probe of groups with an interest in deer and venison has found millions of pounds are on the line as a result of the coronavirus crisis


Highland Council thanks staff and public for smooth re-opening of household waste facilities in region

Highland Council thanks staff and public for smooth re-opening of household waste facilities in region

Highland Council thanks staff and public for smooth re-opening of household waste facilities in region

04 June 2020

The facilities – including Granish at the north end of Aviemore – opened their gates on Monday for garden waste and bagged household waste


Nearly £1m awarded by Scottish Government to improve forestry routes in the Highlands

Nearly £1m awarded by Scottish Government to improve forestry routes in the Highlands

Nearly £1m awarded by Scottish Government to improve forestry routes in the Highlands

02 June 2020

The funding goes mostly to upgrade minor roads – improving surfaces, widening corners and providing passing places


Risk of wildfire remains exceptional high in strath despite arrival of cooler weather

Risk of wildfire remains exceptional high in strath despite arrival of cooler weather

Risk of wildfire remains exceptional high in strath despite arrival of cooler weather

02 June 2020

There have already been wildfires recently at Glenfeshie, by Strathpeffer and near Bannockburn


Only use the water you need with temperatures set to remain high

Only use the water you need with temperatures set to remain high

Only use the water you need with temperatures set to remain high

29 May 2020

Low rainfall levels across the country mean being water efficient in and around the home will be essential to helping to keep supplies flowing.


Residents urged to use private water supplies wisely

Residents urged to use private water supplies wisely

Residents urged to use private water supplies wisely

28 May 2020

Highland Council’s environmental health team is advising consumers to check private water supply systems for any water leaks or contamination.


Recycling centre in Aviemore is to reopen from Monday

Recycling centre in Aviemore is to reopen from Monday

Recycling centre in Aviemore is to reopen from Monday

28 May 2020

It is one of a number of centres across the Highlands that will be reopening next week although Grantown and Kingussie remain closed.


Scottish farmers and crofters can now apply for grants of up to £1000

Scottish farmers and crofters can now apply for grants of up to £1000

Scottish farmers and crofters can now apply for grants of up to £1000

26 May 2020

The Scottish Government has lifted requirements to complete an Integrated Land Management Plan prior to accessing support for woodland creation.


New TV programme explores scientist's theory that Nessie could be a giant eel

New TV programme explores scientist's theory that Nessie could be a giant eel

New TV programme explores scientist's theory that Nessie could be a giant eel

21 May 2020

Mysteries of the Deep with Jeremy Wade aims to find the answers behind one of the world’s most famous enigmatic 'monsters'


Scottish SPCA reiterates #WildlifeWise message as reports of baby birds in need increase massively

Scottish SPCA reiterates #WildlifeWise message as reports of baby birds in need increase massively

Scottish SPCA reiterates #WildlifeWise message as reports of baby birds in need increase massively

21 May 2020

Don't be in too much of a rush to help a fledgling, it could do more harm than good


Badenoch MSP concerned about rise in sheep worrying in Highlands

Badenoch MSP concerned about rise in sheep worrying in Highlands

Badenoch MSP concerned about rise in sheep worrying in Highlands

21 May 2020

Number of offences of dogs attacking livestock have increased by over 40 per cent from 2008 to 2018


Inquiry date into major wind farm in Badenoch wilds is set

Inquiry date into major wind farm in Badenoch wilds is set

Inquiry date into major wind farm in Badenoch wilds is set

20 May 2020

Highland Council raised an objection to SIMEC's proposed development at Glenshero in the Monadhliath hills last October


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