Arable Scotland
Arable Scotland is Scotland’s leading event for knowledge exchange in arable farming. Bringing together the key players in arable production, from farmers to distillers and exporters; the event will discuss industry issues and demonstrate innovative and sustainable farming.
Taking a break from its established field events, Arable Scotland will diversify in 2026 with its new initiative, ‘Arable Futures’. Arable Futures will share insights, challenges and aspirations for the future of Scottish arable farming through an in person conference.
Date: Tuesday 24th February 2026
Time: 9.30 am – 4.30 pm
Location: Crop Innovation Centre, The James Hutton Institute, Invergowrie, DD2 5DA
The event is facilitated by The James Hutton Institute in collaboration with supporting organisations including the Agriculture & Horticulture Development Board (AHDB), Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC), SEFARI Gateway, and the Scottish Society for Crop Research (SSCR).
Take a look back to previous Arable Scotland events
2024's programme featured:
- Exhibits showcasing the latest farming innovations and solutions
- Engaging 'Arable Conversations' for knowledge sharing with farmers, researchers, industry and policy
- Machinery demonstrations and technological advancements
- Seminars exploring pivotal topics such as the potential of new and minor crops, and mitigating the impacts of extreme weather.
- Hands-on workshops for practical insights into soil quality assessment, integrated management and managing risk to grain quality.