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23 June 2016 The Crown Estate and Moredun Research Institute are holding a series of animal health roadshow events to increase awareness of current animal diseases
CONTENTS
2 CROWN ESTATE 3 REGISTERS OF SCOTLAND 4 THE GREAT LAND REFORM DEBATE 5 VOLUNTARY REGISTRATION 6 ROYAL HIGHLAND SHOW SPECIAL FOCUS 8 FARMING TECHNOLOGY 9 PRODUCE 10 YOUNG FARMERS 12 DOUNESIDE HOUSE 14 LEGAL & FINANCIAL
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The Crown Estate’s Scotland Portfolio Taking a partnership approach to land management BY ANDY WELLS The Crown Estate’s Scotland Portfolio manages a diverse portfolio which includes four rural estates, mineral and salmon fishing rights, approximately half the foreshore and almost the entire seabed. We make sure that the land and property we invest in and manage are sustainably worked, developed and enjoyed to deliver the best value over the long term. As a responsible, commercial land manager, with a capital value of £261m, we have driven the development of a locally focused, partnership approach to land use management on our rural estates. For many years now we have carried out activities that create and strengthen relationships in local communities, and diversify the local economy, allowing us to manage our land holdings in a sustainable way. THE SCOTLAND ACT 2016 provides
for the transfer of our management functions to the Scottish Government and we’re now working closely with government colleagues to ensure a
swift and smooth transfer whilst maintaining our high standards of customer service and asset management. THE CROWN ESTATE is pleased to partner with the Moredun Research Institute to support our farming tenants and bring long-term benefits to our estates. Together, we are holding a series of animal health roadshow events across the UK to increase awareness of current animal diseases impacting on productivity. We are also supporting the production of an information sheet and poster by Moredun to raise awareness among farmers and help them manage farm biosecurity, helping improve farm productivity and minimise animal suffering from disease. Given the threats to our agricultural industry from parasites and disease, this is an important area for promoting good practice and understanding the practical actions farmers can take to help protect their livestock. With the future in mind, we take an active approach to asset management, looking to invest where it makes sense
for the long term, providing new opportunities and working to improve the viability of our farming tenants. This is why we recently brought Den Farm at Spey Bay, Moray, to the open market for rent, providing a great opportunity for a new tenant to work with us. The 10-year Limited Duration Tenancy (LDT) tenancy has been successfully let to a local farmer who is looking to expand their business and improve the unit long-term. We have found that taking a partnership approach leads to more sustainable and meaningful decisionmaking. Building relationships with our tenants, customers and stakeholders enables us to share our knowledge and expertise for mutual benefit. This is why we are continuing to listen to and work with our tenants, customers and business partners to drive local partnerships on our estates. For more information about our business activity please contact us on 0131 260 6070 or visit www.thecrownestate. co.uk/our-business/in-scotland/
“The Crown Estate is working with the Moredun Research Institute to support its farming tenants and bring long term benefits to its estates”