New dates for popular tree climbing and rescue course

New dates for popular tree climbing and rescue course

Working in arboriculture can be a dangerous business. And when things go wrong, the ability to access a tree to undertake a rescue operation might well be the difference between life and death. The answer lies in effective aerial rescue skills – and that’s...
Next generation training fund reopens

Next generation training fund reopens

Vital new funding has been announced for Scotland’s future farmers and crofters with the relaunch of the Next Generation Practical Training Fund last week (21 May). The fund provides grants towards the cost of training courses for people starting careers in the...
More funding support announced for training

More funding support announced for training

Three funding streams have been announced recently to help women and young people develop new agricultural skills and further their careers within the rural sector. The Next Generation and Women in Agriculture Practical Training Funds provide successful applicants...