This episode hears from 2 crofters with two different routes into crofting. In this episode we discuss how they gained their croft, what they found were barriers, and hints and tips for aspiring or new crofters.&nbsp; I’m delighted to be joined by Derek Dick, who is a relatively new crofter in Berneray, and Angus Ferguson, who is an experienced crofter in North Uist.&nbsp;Linked FAS resources:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.fas.scot/rural-business/crofts-small-farms/crofting-discussion-groups/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crofting Discussion Groups | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)</a><a href="https://www.fas.scot/succession-planning-crofting/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Succession Planning – Crofting | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)</a><a href="https://www.fas.scot/rural-business/crofts-small-farms/crofting-legislation/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crofting Legislation | Helping farmers in Scotland | Farm Advisory Service (fas.scot)</a>

Livestock Disease Risks on Crofts

More than 750, 000 hectares of land in Scotland is in crofting tenure. In this Crofting Matters series, hosted by Siobhan Macdonald, we will explore all aspects of crofting. 

Covering seasonal and topical issues, crofting agriculture, regulation, wildlife, support and other associated businesses.

Producer Ashleigh Forster, Editor Ross Mackenzie , Executive Producer Kerry Hammond. In association with The Scottish Government.

Scotland’s Farm Advisory Service is funded by the Scottish Government. Our podcast covers a range of topics which help support your farm or croft to be more profitable and sustainable.