Blogs

The GWCT welcomes the proposed amendments to the government’s Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill (LURB) that would add chalk streams into the definitions of ‘environmental protection’ and ‘natural environment’ in the bill, meaning that the government must consider chalk streams when setting the outcomes that will form the framework of environmental assessments in the future.

The RSPB Scotland has nominated the GWCT’s Balgonie Biodiversity Project for the 2023 Nature of Scotland Awards. It is one of four projects shortlisted in the Food and Farming category for its excellent work at the arable demonstration farm near Glenrothes in eastern Scotland.

The British Beekeepers’ Association (BBKA) is calling on the public to help fight a major threat to honey bees and other pollinators - Asian hornets.

Today NRW announced that it will not be continuing with its proposals to license gamebird release next year for the 2024/25 season. 

The 2023 GWCT Gun Draw closes in less than one week. This is your last chance to win a prize worth over £20,000!

Deer can have big negative impacts on, but even if used short-term, deer fences pose a significant threat to capercaillie

The government have confirmed that farmers who initiated their Countryside Stewardship 2024 applications by the September 15th deadline will receive an extension.

Taking in the main sale, after sales and the Sealed Bid sale, close to £2.1m was raised. This included some lots sold on behalf of donors to the GWCT via The Holts ‘Charitable & Legacy Lots’ Programme.

We're excited to announce that we are now a stockist of ShuttleSocks!

In this guide, we'll walk you through the key details and steps to prepare for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), a program designed to support your farm business while promoting sustainable practices.