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Organic Farming

What is Organic Farming?

Organic farming is a clearly defined system of production which has food quality, human health, environmental, animal welfare and socio-economic aims.

For more information, refer to SAC's Organic Farming home page: SAC - Organic Farming

Organic Vegetables: Vegetable production in Scotland
Organic Farming Systems: What is organic farming?
Case Studies: Case studies from organic farms in Perth, Blair Atholl, Dunsyre and Wigtownshire
Interesting Web Sites: Links to additional information

Scottish Organic Vegetable Production

Up to the year 2000 demand for organic vegetables had been increasing steadily, however, over 80% of the UK organic supply was still imported.

Organic Farming Systems

Organic farming is primarily based on the principles of enhancement and exploitation of the natural biological cycle.

Organic Farms: Case Studies

Organic farming practices are being followed on a variety of farm enterprises in Scotland.

Interesting Organic Farming Websites

Below is a list of useful and informative websites that will complement the information you have gained from this website.

Contact

Ms Suzanne Hay
SAC (Scottish Agricultural College) Work Craibstone Estate, Bucksburn
Aberdeen
AB21 9YA
TelWork 01224 711189

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