Compliance – Know the rules
In this episode we are discussing compliance with Stephen Field from SEPA and Alexander Pirie from SAC Consulting. We focus on general binding rules and other helpful tips to ensure that farmers can remain compliant and protect the water environment.
Find out more
Supporting information mentioned throughout this podcast can be found in the links below:
Scottish Environment Protection Agency
Water Regulations
Farming Water Scotland Know the Rules
The Water Environment (Controlled Activities) (Scotland) Regulations 2011 (as amended) Practical Guide
PEPFAA Code
Rural Payments and Services: Slurry Storage Please note that the funding deadline for applications was 19 April 2024
Rainwater Harvesting:
Resilient Technology Options for Water Management on Farm: Rainwater Harvesting (video)
Water Management on Your Farm: Rainwater Harvesting
Buffer Strips
Water Margins (FAS)
Farm Advisory Specialist advice service
Risk Assessment for Manure and Slurry (RAMS) Map
Related resources
What can be done to help reduce invasive species?
The impact of invasive species on the natural environment can be extremely harmful. These species…
Regenerative Agriculture: Back to basics
With David Ross from SAC Consulting
In this episode David Ross, SAC Consulting, discusses the principals of regenerative agriculture. Looking over…
Scottish bathing waters
How can we help improve these resources?
Scotland currently has 90 designated bathing waters across the country. In this podcast we…