SAC Consulting
Providing independent, research-driven, industry-leading expertise, advice and solutions for agricultural, food and land-based businesses.
Independent advice. Trusted expertise. Driving sustainable growth.
Over decades we have served farmers, crofters and rural estate owners, as well as we have SME's multinationals and governments. As demands, diversity and expectations around land management have evolved, so have we - advising as expertly on the carbon footprint of lamb production as on lambing itself; on energy storage as on the storage of potatoes; on natural capital assessments as on soil nutrient budgeting; on product development as on reducing carbon in your supply chain.
SAC Consulting is uniquely placed as part of SRUC to support the sustainable growth and prosperity of agriculture and land based businesses; working across food supply chains as they collectively rise to the challenge of climate change, biodiversity loss and food security. Our consultants offer technical advice which is grounded in the latest research, providing valued and trusted support to businesses and public sectors alike.
With roots that go back over 100 years, our trusted teams offer nationwide experience and local support through 24 offices across Scotland and Northern England, tailored to your business. Always working to build value through long-term customer relationships - we are ready to help you meet your next challenge and your next opportunity.
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SAC Consulting in SRUC news:
All consulting and commercial newsFood and drink entrepreneurs can THRIVE with programme insight
Aimed at students, graduates, and early-stage entrepreneurs, THRIVE offers the skills vital for concept development and business growth, as well as providing insight focused on legislation, marketing, and manufacturing.
New project to map landowners in Scotland
With concentration of landownership in Scotland the highest in Europe, new research aims to understand whether recent land transactions are leading to - and fuelled by - land use change, such as towards achieving net zero.
Bats need dark nights to be farm heroes
A new publication has highlighted the benefits of bats to farming landscapes and what actions farmers can take to support this protected species on their farms.
Value of Scottish potato industry more than just ‘small potatoes’
From roast and mashed to chips and crisps, potatoes are eaten in many different forms. They can also be used in a variety of other ways including in beauty products and for household cleaning tasks.
New short course lets students of all ages get their hands dirty as tattie roguers
SRUC’s Potato Roguing Course provides students of all ages to learn from our decades of experience, gain a valuable qualification, and have the opportunity to become a key part of Scotland’s world-leading seed potato industry.
£100k research project to explore agricultural policy impacts on island communities
SRUC has been awarded a £100k research grant to gather the views of island communities in Orkney, Shetland and the Outer Hebrides on the forthcoming agricultural and land use policy changes.