Rural Britain is a wonderful assortment of farms, estates, hamlets, villages, forests and moors, lochs and valleys. Our stunning scenery, close communities and wonderful rural businesses provide an idyllic lifestyle for many, but rural life can also throw up some pretty unique challenges.
The Rural Scene (the Scene & Herd rural blog and news updates) looks at what’s new, what’s relevant, what’s tasty, what’s fun and what’s challenging about life in the Great British Countryside. We offer an insider insight into rural Britain, highlighting some of the exceptional people, businesses and innovations we believe that everybody should know about.
Here we are again, almost at the end of the year. Our thoughts inevitably turn to what we’ve achieved...or not! If life has thrown you some curve balls during 2024, try not to be too hard on yourself. In some respects, nothing changes, we just have to deal with a different set of challenges.
READ MOREHave 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.
READ MORENorvite is delighted to announce that Ross Williams has been appointed to the Board as Commercial Director. Ross hails from an agricultural background in Taunton, Somerset. Following his BSc (Hons) in Agricultural Science, he worked with NFUS as a Regional Manager before joining Norvite in 2007 in a ruminant sales role based in Aberdeenshire. Over the past 17 years, he has consistently demonstrated dedication, leadership and expertise, making significant contributions to the company’s success.
READ MOREI 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.
READ MOREFirst 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.
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