Scottish Agritourism

Scottish Agritourism The sector body for agritourism in Scotland. Providing leadership & a strong voice.

Scottish Agritourism is delivering an innovative approach to procuring and sourcing food and drink for the Global Agrito...
28/05/2026

Scottish Agritourism is delivering an innovative approach to procuring and sourcing food and drink for the Global Agritourism Conference, 23rd - 25th of June.

In partnership with P&J Live, Global Conference menus include produce from 20 farms, including Scottish Agritourism members, supplying fresh salads, herbs, vegetables, soft fruit, cheese, eggs, Scotch Beef, ice cream and home baking.

Meals will highlight healthy, fresh ingredients, with menus thoughtfully crafted to promote wellbeing. Showcasing the full range of Scotland’s seasonal bounty, over 90% of dishes are sourced directly from named Scottish farms, complemented by fresh fish from the Aberdeenshire fishing community.

Caroline Millar, Sector Lead of Scottish Agritourism and Chair of the Global Agritourism Conference, said; “As a farmer, it has been a pleasure working with the chefs and team at P&J Live, and Abbey Ireland and UK, to bring the vision for this event, to life. Delicious lunch and dinner menus will feature many of the farmers that conference delegates will visit or meet, ensuring that this is a very unique dining experience.”

Thanks to ScotGov Rural for their support on this initiative showcasing the diversity of the country’s produce.

The Gala Dinner has been sponsored by Azets UK and lunches by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS)

https://bit.ly/3Rr3Jdx

https://www.globalagritourismconference.com/

The Orkney Dairy Edinvale Farm Macbeth's Logie Newton Farm, Lodges and Events Forest Farm - The Organic Dairy Castleton Farm
Isle of Mull Cheese Errington Cheese Gloagburn Farm Shop Balgove Larder Westerton Farm Down on the Farm

Global Agritourism Network

With support from Scottish National Rural Network, Scottish Agritourism has been working on new resources for Scottish A...
22/05/2026

With support from Scottish National Rural Network, Scottish Agritourism has been working on new resources for Scottish Agritourism members, centring on health and safety to help build a robust and resilient sector.

Agritourism and Associate members can access a Health and Safety Toolkit which is primarily focused on Farm Experiences, particularly those that include members of the public interacting with farm animals, in their Member Hub. The toolkit was authored by Trade Member, Gillian McLean, of GEM Safety Solutions, an experienced health and safety consultant.

In addition, all members will be able to access online training resource, Tayl, another Scottish Agritourism Trade Member. Members will be able to log in and access accredited online courses relevant to Health and Safety, plus several other topics, which will be useful to running or working in a business. We are delighted to offer this significant member benefit and are hugely grateful to Scottish Rural Network for their support.

Speaking at the Scottish Agritourism Conference in November, Scottish Agritourism Manager Laura Paterson, said; “Scottish Agritourism actively encourages farmers and farming families to welcome visitors onto their land. With that opportunity comes responsibility. Health and safety is not only about protecting customers and visitors; it is equally about safeguarding Scottish Agritourism members and their businesses. By establishing consistent, professional standards, we help protect individual businesses and the reputation and growth of the sector as a whole."

https://scottishagritourism.co.uk/health-safety-support-for-scottish-agritourism-members/

All members have received an email outlining access for both resources. Any member who has not should please contact us.

16/05/2026

This week we hosted a networking event for Renfrewshire Tourism Network with an insight to Scottish Agritourism

There was a fantastic mix of experience + accommodation providers, local food producers + outlets and travel companies.

A really great way to make contact with other business owners and come together to make the area a better destination for visitors.

If you have a local business and are interested in collaboration please drop us an email [email protected]

Ten young farmers from Scottish islands can attend the Global Agritourism Conference in Aberdeen with support from CalMa...
16/05/2026

Ten young farmers from Scottish islands can attend the Global Agritourism Conference in Aberdeen with support from CalMac Ferries, including:

🔸 A three day ticket to attend one day of core conference tours and two days of key note and break out sessions
🔸 A ticket for the Global Agritourism Gala Dinner
🔸 Two nights accommodation in Aberdeen, near the P&J Live
🔸 Ferry tickets to the mainland from islands serviced by CalMac

Thanking CalMac for their support, Caroline Millar, Sector Lead for Scottish Agritourism, said: “The Global Agritourism Conference coming to Scotland presents a unique opportunity to learn directly from hundreds of farmers and leaders in agritourism and farm retail from across the globe. This welcome support from CalMac, will allow ten young island-based farmers to build their networks, knowledge and confidence and we expect they will leave the three-day event with insights and data which will significantly benefit their own careers, family farms and their island communities long after the conference ends. We hope to see a diverse spread with representation from as many islands as possible.”

Applications close on Friday 22 May. Find out more & apply: https://bit.ly/4tDLPS7

Global Agritourism Network The Scottish Farmer Farmers Weekly Farmers Guardian Scottish Crofting Federation Crofting Commission NFU Scotland SAYFC Young Farmers

15/05/2026

It's World Agritourism Day tomorrow (Saturday 16th May). The theme for this year is; Women Farmers Leading Agri Tourism and Sustainable Rural Economies Globally.

This really resonates at Scottish Agritourism. Our network is made up of incredible women, with two-thirds of businesses led by women who often juggle full-time work - on or off the farm - while driving their agritourism ventures forward.

In Scotland, more farm businesses that include agritourism or farm retail have female directors compared to those focused solely on agriculture. These women are securing the future of family farms and crofts, strengthening rural economies, and creating meaningful connections between consumers, farming, and food.

Happy World Agritourism Day, wherever you are in the world 🌍

Sector Lead, Caroline Millar, is speaking on the online World Agritourism Day celebration tomorrow at 9.55 AM (UK time) alongside a selection of fantastic international counterparts. Go to https://www.worldagritourismday.com/ for joining details.

A valued member of Scotland’s National Agritourism Strategy Board, Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) is a Silver S...
14/05/2026

A valued member of Scotland’s National Agritourism Strategy Board, Highlands and Islands Enterprise (HIE) is a Silver Sponsor of the Global Agritourism Conference 2026.

HIE’s Head of Tourism, Food and Drink, Anna Miller, will chair Session 8.4; Young Agritourism Entrepreneurs from Scotland’s Islands.

Speakers providing their insights and perspectives in the session are Lara Hourie, The Orkney Dairy, Rachel MacDonald, Clachan Sands Campsite and Lily Reade, Isle of Mull Cheese. All are former participants of Agritourism Futures, Scottish Agritourism’s annual development programme for young agritourism farmers, business owners and employees.

Many thanks to HIE for this valuable support.

https://www.globalagritourismconference.com/

Global Agritourism Network

A key part of the Global Agritourism Conference 2026 is the Global Agritourism Scholarship Programme, which is enabling ...
13/05/2026

A key part of the Global Agritourism Conference 2026 is the Global Agritourism Scholarship Programme, which is enabling more than 30 scholars from countries around the world to attend this year’s conference.

Through international collaboration and knowledge exchange, both the scholars and their home countries will benefit from new ideas, connections and shared learning across the global agritourism sector.

Ahead of the conference, scholars have been connecting online through a series of Zoom meetings with the Scottish Agritourism team and Julia Latto of Scottish Enterprise, who is leading the programme.

The scholarship experience includes full participation in the Global Agritourism Conference and Gala Dinner; attendance at the Royal Highland Show, with tickets kindly provided by RHASS, including a Scholars Reception; a visit to Barra Castle for an agritourism development workshop and farm tour; three scholars will be invited to share their experiences in Breakout Session presentations and 20 scholars will spend time with Scottish Agritourism member businesses on post-conference farm stays, to gain deeper insight into the sector and rural hospitality in Scotland.

The programme has been designed to create lasting international connections and strengthen the future of agritourism worldwide.

Just six weeks to go until the Global Agritourism Conference.

Meet the Global Agritourism Scholars here https://www.globalagritourismconference.com/scholarships

Global Agritourism Network

CalMac Ferries has announced scholarship support which will provide an opportunity for ten young people to participate i...
07/05/2026

CalMac Ferries has announced scholarship support which will provide an opportunity for ten young people to participate in this June’s, Global Agritourism Conference, in Aberdeen. Selected scholars will represent Scottish island communities and will be young people/farmers, under the age of 35, with a keen interest in agritourism, agriculture or tourism.

Support will include a three-day conference ticket (incorporating a day of core tours), attendance at the international gala dinner, two-nights accommodation in Aberdeen and ferry tickets to the mainland from islands serviced by CalMac.

Diane Burke, Chief Operating Officer at CalMac, said:

“Agriculture is part of the economic and social fabric of life in the island communities CalMac serves.

“We’re delighted to launch this scholarship and give ten young islanders the opportunity to attend the Global Agritourism Conference and gain knowledge and insight that will help them progress their own careers and, by extension, have a positive impact on the islands they call home.”

Find out more and apply: https://scottishagritourism.co.uk/calmac-announces-support-for-young-farmers-from-scottish-islands-to-attend-global-agritourism-conference/

Global Agritourism Network The Scottish Farmer SAYFC Young Farmers

Scottish Agritourism Sector Lead, Caroline Millar, has been honoured with the prestigious Trade Organisation Woman of th...
06/05/2026

Scottish Agritourism Sector Lead, Caroline Millar, has been honoured with the prestigious Trade Organisation Woman of the Year award at the National Women in Agriculture Awards. The award recognises Caroline’s outstanding leadership and dedication to agritourism in Scotland and a transformative impact on the wider agricultural sector.

Speaking on receiving the award, Caroline said: "I am deeply honoured to receive this recognition. This award reflects the collective efforts of so many passionate individuals working to grow and strengthen agritourism, farming and tourism across Scotland. I am proud to represent a sector that is innovative, resilient, full of opportunity and where women are strongly represented as business owners and leaders.“

The judges praised Caroline’s exceptional dedication and leadership, noting her ability to inspire change and deliver meaningful outcomes for the agricultural community.

https://scottishagritourism.co.uk/caroline-millar-named-trade-organisation-woman-of-the-year-at-national-women-in-agriculture-awards/

We're incredibly grateful to Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) for supporting lunches at the Global Agritourism Conference whi...
05/05/2026

We're incredibly grateful to Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) for supporting lunches at the Global Agritourism Conference which will showcase Scotch Beef and Specially Selected Scotch Pork.

QMS, is the public body responsible for helping the Scottish red meat sector improve efficiency, sustainability, integrity and profitability and maximise its contribution to Scotland’s economy.

Flagship QMS brands – Scotch Beef UK GI, Scotch Lamb UK GI and Specially Selected Pork – are locally sourced and farmed with care, proudly benefitting from whole of life, whole of supply chain quality assurance against the longest established standards in the world.

Scotch Beef will feature in the main course of the Gala Dinner and lunch will showcase Specially Selected Pork, including a delicious leg of gammon served cold with fresh salads. Both the beef and pork are being sourced from Scottish Agritourism member farms including beef from Edinvale Farm/Macbeths Butchers, a stop on the Moray Speyside Core Tour.

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https://www.globalagritourismconference.com/

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