Debate offers policy makers food for thought

Scotland could learn much from the Nordic countries when it comes to sustainable food production and lowering the rate of child obesity.




North East Centre of Excellence for Food and Drink Industry

A food and drink development hub for the north east of Scotland has secured £10 million of capital funding from the UK and Scottish Governments.




Students whip up chocolate treats

Hospitality students at Scotland’s Rural College enjoyed an artisan chocolate workshop led by patisserie chef Shona Sutherland.




Perfect dozen

A dozen top apprentices and trainees from SRUC have been selected as finalists for this year’s Awards for Land-based and Aquaculture Skills (ALBAS).




China challenge

An Edinburgh horticulture student will walk more than 150 miles along the Great Wall of China to raise money for struggling gardeners.