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Geologists Day 2021: 7 Geologists You May Want To Know About KEY POINTS Geology helps us better understand our planet Below are some key geologists throughout history On Geologists Day, observed on April 4 this year, let's celebrate geologists and thank them for their all-important work. Holidays to celebrate people in different  professions give us a chance to appreciate their work and contributions. In the case of geologists, their field is often under-appreciated despite the importance of the work they do, Days of The Year (DOTY) Geologists Day, traditionally celebrated every first Su...

BBC News By Claire Marshall Published image captionThe last remaining fragment of intact peat mire in the South-West Leading garden retailers are still failing to stop the sale of peat in compost despite pressure from the government and campaigners. The Wildlife Trusts said only one of 20 retailers contacted said it would eliminate peat from its shelves this year. The restoration of peatlands is a key part of the government's strategy to mitigate the impact of climate change. Highly absorbent, it also helps with flood prevention. However, one peat producer told the BBC that since lockdown t...

A love of family, farming and friendship were the driving forces that prevailed throughout the life of Ian McLaren (71), of Cronan Farm, Coupar Angus, who died suddenly on February 5. It was a very fitting tribute, therefore, that his sons shared the driving of the Massey Ferguson 550 their father had used regularly to feed the cattle, for Mr McLaren’s final journey from Cronan to Kettins Church. Neighbours, friends and family were able to pay their last respects by the roadside as the tractor and trailer drove by. Mr McLaren spent the first 50 years of his life at Fintalich Farm, n...

GALBRAITH is marketing 53.89 hectares of good quality agricultural land in a very accessible location close to Stirling and junction 10 of the M9 motorway. The land at Dripend, Stirlingshire presents an excellent block of well managed land which is all classified as grade 3(2) by the James Hutton Institute. Alistair Christie of Galbraith, who is handling the sale, said: “This land will appeal to existing farming businesses in the central belt and beyond looking to expand their landholding without the need to buy infrastructure such as houses or farm buildings. It may also be of interest...

South Craig AN Ayrshire livestock farm with additional commercial aspects and scope for afforestation has come to the market. South Craig Farm, Hollybush is available through Strutt and Parker for offers over £1,300,000 for the whole or in five lots. South Craig Farm provides an outstanding opportunity to purchase a productive livestock farm extending to 428 acres (173 hectares), located in a popular agricultural area of South West Scotland. The farm enjoys an elevated south facing position, below the Craigs of Kyle, overlooking countryside and woodland towards Broom Hill. The farmhous...