Rural Gift Guide 2024

Have yourself a merry rural little Christmas Let your heart be light Next year all our troubles will be out of sight As promised, here is the 2024 Rural Gift Guide, which showcases the talents and expertise of those who live in the countryside.

Looking for a speaker for your 2025 events?

I would like to introduce regenerative farming consultant William Houstoun as a potential speaker at any farming discussion groups or rural events you might be planning over the next few months. An Angus farmer passionate about driving progressive change in agriculture and the business and political environment in which it operates from Scotland to South Africa, William has worked with farm businesses around the world and spoken at global regenerative farming forums.

The Power of Online Reviews for Businesses

First Impressions Matter, Especially Online. In today's digital age, online reviews have become a cornerstone of a business's reputation. They influence everything from consumer decisions to investor confidence. Their significance in shaping your online presence is undeniable.

Paint the Town Red: The Impact of Window Painting for Awareness Weeks and Seasonal Events

Painting your windows isn't just about aesthetics; it's a vibrant and effective marketing strategy. Read on to discover how this simple, cost-effective approach can transform your business and connect with your community.

YOUR business featured on the OnFARM podcast…?

As you know, the OnFARM podcast puts out episodes every Monday morning during term time. (Have you listened yet? podfollow.com/onfarm) Would you like to have your business featured? Or maybe you or somebody you know has a great story to tell? Either way, featuring on the podcast is a great way to get PR and exposure.

Want more followers on Instagram?

Then let’s use the power of working together. This e-newsletter goes to a good few thousand people. Send me a reply and let me know your Insta handle. I will follow you AND we will also do another newsletter which features all the handles I’ve been sent so that everyone else can follow you too.

Are you bored?

My husband has a saying that “only boring people get bored”. I used to think he was right and encourage both myself and others to keep busy all the time, but I’ve been thinking about it a bit recently and, I hate to say it, but I actually think that – shock horror – my husband might be wrong!‍

It might never happen!

I’m sure most of us have experienced somebody either rude, insensitive or simply lacking in social awareness who has said to us: “Smile, it might never happen...” I know I have. In fact, someone said it to me the other day. It got me thinking...

The Power of Preserving Voices: Why Capturing Memories Matters

If you are lucky enough to have a recording of a loved one's voice, you'll undoubtedly know the joy of being instantly transported back to a cherished memory. The sound of a familiar laugh, a comforting story, or a heartfelt message can have a profound impact, bringing back emotions and experiences that we might otherwise have forgotten.

OnFARM Podcast: 240 Years of RHASS: how the charity supports rural Scotland (2 of 2)

The second half of our kitchen table chat about RHASS and how the charity strives for new ways to preserve, educate and support Scottish agriculture. Anna speaks with RHASS director Louise Elder, and Ally Caulfield and Annie Wheeler from the staff team. We also hear about RHASS's investment in innovation, education, wellbeing and the environment.

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