Events

Join ITN at Edston Farm, part of the 858 ha Neidpath Farms, where farm manager Matt Griffin is taking a practical, whole-farm approach to building a more resilient and efficient livestock system.

Matt will share how trees are being integrated across the farm to provide shelter, shade and browse for livestock, while improving soil health, supporting biodiversity and strengthening farm resilience.

During the farm walk, we'll explore how the farm is being transformed by investing in hard infrastructure alongside shelterbelts, willow whip hedges, riparian planting, woodland grazing, an orchard, and the innovative living lambing shed. We’ll hear about the thinking behind these projects, the objectives they aim to deliver, the challenges encountered along the way, and the benefits being seen on the ground. We’ll have an open discussion where you can share your thoughts and experiences.

A Scottish Forestry representative will be on hand to answer questions about woodland creation funding and getting started.

Tea, coffee, and biscuits will be provided.

Visit the website to book your place.

In 2028 the ‘Whole Farm Plan’ will come into full effect. Every business receiving Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) will have to complete a Biodiversity Plan for their holding.

There are several ways in which this plan can be completed and this workshop will show you the various options with an emphasis on letting you see how you can do it yourself.

One of the tools we will show you is the  Farm Biodiversity Scotland App so you might want to have that installed on your phone or tablet to bring to the meeting.

For more information and to book your place visit the FAS website.

Join the BMR team for breakfast at the Lothian office where you can enjoy a bacon roll, tea and coffee while you chat about the services and benefits that we can offer your business.

Please RSVP to Abigail here.

The countdown is on to this years Scottish Ploughing Championships.

The event will feature vintage, classic, and modern-day ploughing with an impressive lineup of eight pairs of horses competing.

Enjoy a variety of trade stands and craft stalls, plus a brand-new children’s area. Explore the vintage zone with engaging stands and live demonstrations.

A great day out for all the family.

Visit the official Scottish Ploughing Championships website for more information.

The 39th Annual General Meeting of Borders Machinery Ring Ltd will be held at the Lauder Hotel, 1 Edinburgh Road, Lauder TD2 6TW on Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 9am.

Speaking at this year’s AGM will be...Hectare Trading, a leading independent online crop marketplace in the UK — helping arable farmers get the best price for their grain, understand the market, and plan and track their grain marketing, all in one place.

Head of Trading at Hectare Trading, Lizzie Blower and Sales Manager Meg Glen, will be speaking at the BMR AGM exploring how arable farmers can transform their grain marketing to boost business profitability. The discussion will cover the value of grain marketing and risk management, detailing how to transition from reactive selling to informed, data-driven decision-making.

The talk will be followed by a live Q&A session, giving members the chance to ask direct questions about the current market and tailored marketing strategies for their own farms.

Please RSVP to bmr@ringleader.co.uk or call 01896 758091 to book your place and allow for catering requirements.

Nominations for new directors should be sent to the BMR office by post/email before close of business on Friday 6 November 2026.

AgriScot, now widely regarded as one of the premier events in UK agriculture, continues to develop its appeal to all sectors of the industry… both to the trade and to a wide cross section of farmers eager to seek out the products, services, advice and information necessary for their farming businesses.

For more information and to register go to the AgriScot website.

Join the Lothians Women in Agriculture group for an evening of dinner, discussion and connection.

After a relaxed dinner, speakers include Julie McLaren, the current vice chair of Women in Agriculture Scotland, who will describe what the organisation does including its mentoring scheme.

John Davidson, the CEO of NFUS, will share some insights into the work that the organisation does and discuss how it is aiming to increase diversity.

And finally Kate Rowell will provide an insight into her lief and work: she has run a family beef and sheep farm near Peebles for over 20 years and spent seven years as a veterinary surgeon. Kate is also Chair of QMS, sits on the Board of Moredun Research Institute, is a member of the Scottish Government’s Agricultural Reform Implementation Oversight Board and is a Commissioner on the UK Government’s Trade and Agriculture Commission.

Dinner is included so pre-booking is essential. To book please visit the FAS website.