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Final Warning Issued to Crofters Ahead of Annual Notice Deadline

The Crofting Commission has issued a final reminder to crofters across Scotland to submit their Annual Notice before the deadline on 6 April, 2026. The...

Farmers Warn Food Security at Risk as Global Pressures Mount

Farm leaders across the UK are warning that rising costs and global instability are putting food production under strain, raising concerns about supply chains, farm profitability and the long term resilience of the UK’s food system.

Glenmorangie Unveils Thirty Year Old Whisky in Landmark Release

Glenmorangie has launched The Thirty, its oldest core range whisky, a 30 year old single malt combining Burgundy cask finishing with classic Highland character.

Rural Support Plan Welcomed but Concerns Remain Over Funding

NFU Scotland has welcomed the Rural Support Plan as a step forward, while warning that funding pressures and delivery details will be key to its success for farmers and crofters.

World Tattie Scone Championship Returns To Taste of Nairn Festival

The World Tattie Scone Championship returns to the Taste of Nairn festival on 9 May, inviting cooks of all abilities to compete for the title using Scotland’s iconic breakfast favourite.

Farm Costs Rising as Global Tensions Push Up Fertiliser and Fuel Prices

NFU Scotland has warned that rising fertiliser and fuel costs linked to global tensions could threaten farm production and food security, urging the UK Government to act to support farmers and stabilise supply.

Harry Gow Launches Cupcake Fundraiser To Support Highland Mental Health Charity

Harry Gow bakeries across the Highlands are selling special bee themed cupcakes throughout March to raise funds for the mental health charity Mikeysline, helping support vital services for people facing emotional distress across the region.

Labour Whisky Duty Rise Linked To £156m Revenue Fall

Scotland’s whisky industry has become the centre of a political row after new figures revealed a £156 million fall in alcohol duty revenue following a Treasury tax rise, raising questions about the impact on producers and public finances.

West Highlands Seafood Delivery Firm Backed by Highland Loan Fund

A seafood delivery business serving Skye and Lochalsh has secured loan support from Highland Opportunity Investments Limited, helping protect a trusted West Highlands route while investing in digital ordering and future growth.

Inverness Cocktail Week Returns With 50+ Venues and Citywide Deals

Inverness Cocktail Week returns from 20 February to 1 March 2026, with 50 venues offering £5 to £7 cocktails, signature drinks and exclusive deals across bars and restaurants in the city centre.

Cobbs Reappointed to Run Port of Cromarty Firth Gift Shop

Cobbs has been re appointed to run the Port of Cromarty Firth gift shop in Invergordon for the 2026 and 2027 cruise seasons, as more than 95 ships prepare to visit the Highland port this year.

First Minister Aligns Funding and Policy With Farming Priorities at NFUS AGM

The First Minister has outlined new funding commitments and policy stability for Scottish farming at the NFUS AGM, including support for direct payments, farm investment and rural industries aimed at strengthening agriculture and crofting through to 2030 and beyond.

UK Government Sets Out Rural Growth Plans at NFUS Conference

The UK Government has outlined plans to support farmers, crofters and rural communities at the NFUS conference, highlighting closer partnership working, rural growth initiatives and new measures aimed at strengthening Scotland’s agricultural and food sectors.

NFU Scotland Prepares for Pivotal AGM and Conference as Farming Faces Crucial Year

NFU Scotland is set to host its 2026 AGM and conference in Glasgow as farmers, crofters and political leaders gather to debate the future of Scottish agriculture, launch a new manifesto, and address funding, reform and profitability at a crucial moment for the sector.

Raise a Glass to Exclusive Sea and Spirit Experience on Argyll Coast

An exclusive Sea and Spirit dining experience will take place at the Pierhouse Hotel in Port Appin on 27 March, pairing a six course Argyll seafood tasting menu with Oban whisky to celebrate a new coastal partnership.

News

Sarwar Admits Regret Over Grangemouth Promise as Pressure Mounts

Anas Sarwar has said he regrets his promise to save Grangemouth refinery, following its closure and job losses, as political pressure grows over industrial policy and differing UK government interventions.

Cannabis Operation Worth Up to £818,000 Discovered in Highland Village

A cannabis cultivation worth up to £818000 has been uncovered in Tomintoul, leading to the arrest of a 26 year old man, as police continue efforts to disrupt organised crime across Highland communities.

Entertainment

Dornoch Music Festival Hits 100 Day Mark With Standout Summer Line Up

Dornoch Music Festival marks 100 days to go with its full 2026 line up confirmed, as the two day Highland event prepares to deliver one of the standout weekends of the summer.

Eden Court Marks Fifty Years With Historic Opening Night

Eden Court launches its 50th anniversary year with a landmark concert in Inverness, bringing historic performances full circle while setting out an ambitious programme of events celebrating Highland culture and looking firmly to the future.

Travel and Tourism

Electric Flight Takes Off Across Scotland in Major Aviation Breakthrough

Electric flight trials across Scotland show how cleaner air travel could transform regional connectivity, supporting remote communities while cutting emissions and costs, with real world testing proving the technology is ready to move toward commercial use.

ScotRail Sees Surge in Easter Travel as Passenger Numbers Rise

ScotRail has recorded over 800,000 passenger journeys during the Easter weekend, showing a rise in demand for rail travel as more people choose trains for holidays and family visits.