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New agreement to help nature recover with secure, climate-resilient farming in Scotland

19 June, 2026

A diverse group have joined forces to improve food security by strengthening the link between nature and sustainable farming in Scotland.

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New round of funding for low ground venison supply chain

18 June, 2026

Deer managers in low ground Scotland can now apply for funding to help improve their facilities for handling and chilling venison.

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Crofters across the Outer Hebrides invited to share their stories for first-of-its kind research project

11 June, 2026

Researchers are looking for crofters from across the Outer Hebrides to take part in a new study exploring the unique relationship between island crofting life, nature, and personal wellbeing — the first research of its kind focused specifically on Hebridean communities. 

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Fiathachadh do chroitearan air feadh nan Eilean an cuid sgeulachdan innse mar phàirt de phròiseact rannsachaidh ùr

11 June, 2026

Tha luchd-rannsachaidh a’ sireadh chroitearan bho air feadh nan Eilean airson pàirt a ghabhail ann an sgrùdadh ùr a tha a’ toirt sùil air a’ cheangal shònraichte eadar beatha croitearachd nan eilean, an nàdar, agus sunnd pearsanta – a’ chiad rannsachadh den leithid a tha gu sònraichte a’ coimhead air coimhearsnachdan anns na h-Eileanan.

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World Peatlands Day celebrated with record restoration figures in Scotland

01 June, 2026

Job opportunities, collaboration and nature recovery show promise for the national commitment to restore Scotland’s degraded peatlands.

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The Outer Hebrides Wildlife Festival 2026 programme is here – boat tours, wildlife walks, creative workshops and more!

26 May, 2026

The programme for this summer’s Outer Hebrides Wildlife Festival is out now, packed with over 80 community-run events celebrating the extraordinary wildlife, landscapes, and cultural heritage of the Outer Hebrides. 

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