Report highlights crofting as a 'truly valuable asset' to Scotland

"The report clearly shows that crofting not only delivers economically, but also for the environment, land management, community, health and for culture"

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"This report confirms what we have always known: crofting is a vital part of Scotland's economic fabric."
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"This report confirms what we have always known: crofting is a vital part of Scotland's economic fabric."

A landmark report has highlighted crofting as a 'valuable asset' for its wider social and environmental benefits to Scotland. The Crofting Commission, a statutory Scottish Government regulator, has...

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