Agriculture
Wednesday 16/07/2008
Study confirms that welfare standards in Scotland are the highest in Europe.
Tuesday 01/07/2008
New Member appointed.
European Commission must take account of Scottish views - Environment Secretary.
EC urged to hear Scotland's views before reaching decisions on agricultural support.
Monday 30/06/2008
Views being sought on new framework to protect country's soils from climate change.
Friday 27/06/2008
Twelve million doses of bluetongue vaccine for Scottish livestock have been secured.
Thursday 26/06/2008
Action by Scottish Government during 2007 outbreak was 'quick and decisive'.
Friday 20/06/2008
Wages Board under review.
Thursday 19/06/2008
Next steps towards country's first national food and drink policy.
Tuesday 17/06/2008
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
Friday 13/06/2008
Consultation on EU common agricultural policy launched.
Monday 09/06/2008
New one-stop-shop to help those living and working in rural areas to access funding.
Thursday 05/06/2008
Tightening of controls over the movement of animals from restricted zone into Scotland.
Monday 02/06/2008
New website allows the Scottish Government's progress to be tracked against a range of indicators.
Changes in minimum hourly rates from October.
Wednesday 28/05/2008
A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.
Launch of the Invasive Non-Native Species Strategy for Great Britain.
Tuesday 20/05/2008
Scotland's beef industry ready for annual showcase.
Rural Affairs Secretary says Scotland happy with 'broad thrust' of proposals.
Friday 16/05/2008
Report calls for more awareness of climate change by agricultural sector.
Thursday 15/05/2008
Talks between the hospitality, retail and wholesale sectors with Scotland's pig industry.
Monday 12/05/2008
Report outlining future vision for crofting in 21st century Scotland published.
Wednesday 07/05/2008
Re-launch of £1.5 million business improvement scheme to help farmers.
Tuesday 06/05/2008
Major new project to tackle infectious animal diseases.
Monday 05/05/2008
Rural Affairs Secretary thanks contributors to the national discussion on food.