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It is important to consider that the rural economy is multi-faceted and goes far beyond the typical view of it being exclusively farming and forestry (land-based sectors). The resources cover aspects of the economy now, and possibilities for the future, including the need for a Just Transition in rural areas. There are links to all of the other resources themes, especially Housing, Farming and Food Systems, Energy and Biodiversity.

Key Policies in Scotland

What is the rural economy? Explore policies and information on Scotland’s rural economy from the government and various agencies.

Prioroties for rural scotland

Research, reports, websites, case studies, and projects on sustainable development and economic growth in rural Scotland.

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SEFARI rural economy
SEFARI rural economy

Explore SEFARI’s research and case studies on the rural economy in Scotland. SEFARI is a consortium of six globally renowned research institutes in Scotland, researching environment, food and agriculture.

Poverty in rural Scotland
Poverty in rural Scotland

Report covering poverty in rural Scotland and child poverty in rural and island Scotland, for the Scottish Government.

Responsible Tourism Research
Responsible Tourism Research

Visit Scotland’s research and resources on sustainable tourism, including information for visitors and business-owners.

Rural Youth Project Manifesto
Rural Youth Project Manifesto

Highlights issues faced by young people and how they can be better supported. Focuses on 9 key areas.

Bioeconomy
Bioeconomy

Report on the nordic bioeconomy. The report outlines 15 action points for sustainable change and has a useful introduction with global perspectives on bioeconomy.

Wellbeing Economy Alliance
Wellbeing Economy Alliance

The Wellbeing Alliance report on a Wellbeing Economy for Scotland, and what it would mean for both people and planet.

Natural Capital Financing
Natural Capital Financing

Community Land Scotland has identified three essential considerations for policy development in this area: Briefing on natural capital financing 

Scotland’s Natural Economy
Scotland’s Natural Economy

Briefing by the SRUC outlining some key ways in which Scotland’s natural economy potential can be enhanced. 

A New Rural Support Scheme for Scotland
A New Rural Support Scheme for Scotland

The Scottish Government, SRUC, JHI, and Pareto Consulting have produced a report evidencing the need for a rural support scheme for Scotland.

 

Fresh Blood by The Poozies

Talks & Blogs

Research

Slow adventure in Norther Territories Project, UHI

Born out of an academic paper, the slow adventure concept was developed in the ‘Slow Adventure in Northern Territories’ project (SAINT).

Estimating the Size of the Economic Contribution of Small Scale Woodland Related Businesses in Scotland

Guy Watt John Clegg Consulting Ltd & Willie McGhee Forest Policy Group, 2018.

Value from supporting local forestry businesses – a scoping study

Lawrence, A & Worrell, R & Watt, G & McGhee, W, 2017.

 

Practical Information

 

Rural Skills Apprenticeships

 

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