Charity tractor runs are becoming a much-loved tradition across Scotland, bringing together local communities while raising money and awareness for good causes. Thinking about planning a tractor run? We've produced a handy guide packed with practical tips and advice to help make your event a success, from planning your route and engaging with your community to helping ensure the event is safe and enjoyable for everyone involved.🚜 📖 Download our tractor run guide: ow.ly/Axoh50ZY0l1 If you've got a tractor run planned, we'd love to hear from you. Get in touch and let us help share your event and celebrate your fundraising efforts: [email protected] #RSABI #CharityTractorRun #Fundraising

🚜💚 Mental Health First Aid Training Would you know how to support a colleague, friend or family member experiencing a mental health challenge? This FREE one-day training course is specifically designed for people working in Scottish agriculture and will equip you with the knowledge, skills and confidence to recognise the signs of poor mental health and provide initial support. 📅 Wednesday 28th October ⏰ 9.00am – 4.30pm 📍 Grampian Growers Ltd, Montrose, Angus By becoming Mental Health First Aid trained, you can help create a more supportive and resilient agricultural community. Book your place today: 👉 ow.ly/lvVz50ZYnC9 #MentalHealthFirstAid #ScottishAgriculture #KeepTalking #RSABI #MentalHealthMatters #FarmingCommunity

Could you be a Trustee for RSABI? 👀 We’re looking to appoint someone with specialist financial knowledge, experience and skills to play an important role in helping to shape the future of RSABI. We’re particularly interested in hearing from individuals with specialist financial expertise who are enthusiastic about the charity’s work and keen to volunteer their knowledge and experience to support its mission. We look forward to hearing from you ❤️ More info below. Closing date is Nov 2. 👉rsabi.org.uk/vacancy/trustee…

🌟 Taking part in YPI Scotland with your school this year? The Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) is a programme delivered through schools that encourages teamwork, research and competition, empowering young people to advocate for social issues in their communities and compete for a £3,000 grant for their chosen charity. We've created an RSABI YPI guide to help students learn more about the challenges facing people in Scottish agriculture and the difference our support makes to farming and crofting communities across Scotland. If your school is taking part in YPI and you'd like to support RSABI, we're here to help. We can provide resources, insights and guidance to help you better understand our work and create a strong presentation. 📖 Download our YPI guide or get in touch at [email protected] to find out more. 🔗ow.ly/yVOu50ZY3tw

Some partnerships just feel like a perfect fit... especially when there's a hand-knitted beanie involved. We're proud to be partnering with ALL THINGS, whose cottage cheese range is helping to support people across Scottish agriculture through a commitment to donate 1% of revenue to RSABI. Made in Scotland at Yester Farm Dairies in Haddington, it's a partnership that gives back to farming communities.🐄 The cosy beanie in this photo was knitted by RSABI team member Kerry, adding a special personal touch to celebrate the partnership 🧶 A huge thank you to everyone at ALL THINGS for supporting our work and helping us continue to provide emotional, practical and financial support to farmers, crofters, farm workers and their families across Scotland. #KeepTalking #RSABI #ScottishAgriculture #AllThingsCottageCheese

🎟️ WIN 2 TICKETS TO JIM SMITH'S ISLAY SHOW! 🎟️ Following a string of sold-out shows across Scotland, Perthshire farmer and agricultural comedian Jim Smith is bringing his popular #KeepTalking Tour to Islay on Friday 6 November. Expect an evening packed with laughter, music and good company, featuring Jim's trademark farming humour alongside live music from Calamity Crofters. It's the perfect chance to get together with friends, neighbours and family for a well-earned night out, all while supporting RSABI and the #KeepTalking message. And we're giving away two tickets to one lucky winner! To enter: ✅ Like this post ✅ Comment with who you'd bring along But don't leave it to luck... with previous dates selling out, the best way to guarantee your place is to book your tickets today: eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evenin… 📅 Friday 6 November 📍 Ramsay Hall, Port Ellen 🚪 Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7:30pm 🎟️ Tickets £20 + booking fee 🔞 Over 18s only Kindly sponsored by Tarff Valley, Bruichladdich Distillery and Islay Oysters, with 10% of every ticket sold supporting RSABI's vital work with people in Scottish agriculture. Good luck, and we'll see you on Islay! 🍀 #KeepTalking #RSABI #JimSmith #Islay #TicketGiveaway

A huge thank you to East of Scotland Farmers Country Store for stocking our Kate Simpson Fine Art Christmas cards in their shop and helping us spread a little festive cheer while supporting Scottish agriculture. 🎄💚 Every pack purchased helps RSABI continue providing emotional, practical and financial support to people in Scottish farming and crofting communities. If you're visiting the store, be sure to pick up a pack while you're there. Prefer to shop from home? You can also browse and buy RSABI Christmas cards online. Shop the range here: shop.rsabi.org.uk/collection… #RSABI #ChristmasCards #ScottishAgriculture #KeepTalking

We’re now urgently seeking people from Sutherland / North West Highlands to take part in our Mental Health First Aid training later this week! Could you spare a few hours for this vital FREE training kindly funded by NFU Mutual Charitable Trust? If so, please sign up below and join our excellent trainer, former Royal Marine Ross Wilson of IED Training Solutions Ltd to help people step forward and know what to do if someone is struggling. We would love to have more Mental Health First Aiders in this part of the country and we’d be delighted if you would join us! 🎟️ Book your free place (lunch included) today: 📍 Friday 16 October Assynt Leisure Centre, Lochinver 🔗ow.ly/khmO50ZSyF1 📍 Saturday 17 October Scourie Hall, Sutherland 🔗ow.ly/aNe650ZSyF0 📍 Sunday 18 October Coigach Community Hall, Ullapool 🔗ow.ly/2geI50ZSyEY Whether you're a farmer, crofter, consultant, adviser or someone who regularly works with people in rural communities, this training could help you make a real difference. If you have any questions please email [email protected] #RSABI #MentalHealthFirstAid #ScottishAgriculture #KeepTalking

Looking for the perfect gift for a friend... or a wee treat for yourself? From beautiful mugs featuring artwork by Gill Wilson to cosy clothing, accessories, books, cards and more, every purchase from our online shop helps RSABI continue providing emotional, practical and financial support to people across Scottish agriculture. And remember, whether it's over a cup of tea, at the mart or around the kitchen table, let's keep the conversation going. 💚 #KeepTalking 🛍️ Shop now: shop.rsabi.org.uk/ #RSABI #KeepTalking #ShopForGood #ScottishAgriculture

🌟 Thank you to Tarff Valley for sponsoring Jim Smith's #KeepTalking Tour event on Islay alongside Calamity Crofters for an evening of comedy and music. Founded in 1903, Tarff Valley is Scotland's oldest agricultural co-operative and supplies farmers and rural communities across Southern Scotland, Northern England and Ayrshire with a wide range of products and services. From animal feed, fertiliser and agronomy to animal health, equipment, clothing and footwear, they provide practical solutions to support farming businesses every day. We're incredibly grateful for Tarff Valley's support in helping us bring this fantastic evening of laughter and entertainment to Islay while raising vital funds to support people in Scottish agriculture. Tickets are selling fast, so don't miss out! 📅 Friday 6 November 📍 Ramsay Hall, Port Ellen 🚪 Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7:30pm 🎟️ Tickets £20 + booking fee 🔞 Over 18s only Book yours today: rsabi.org.uk/event/jim-smith… #RSABI #KeepTalking #Islay #ScottishFarming #TarffValley #JimSmith

If you are at the Lewis and Harris Auction Mart sale at Stornoway today pop along to our Health Hut and have a quick health MOT and a chat. Health Hut nurse Lisa Scott and our Trustee Mairi Renwick Mackenzie are enjoying catching up with folk today - by the looks of it there’s a great turnout at the ringside! Health Huts coming up: 🗓️ Dingwall Mart Blackface Tup Sale - Oct 9 🗓️ Black Isle Model & Craft Show - Oct 10 🗓️ Calf Show and Sale, Huntly - Oct 17 🗓️ Ayrshire & Arran YF stockjudging, Ayr Mart - Oct 23 🗓️ Scottishing Ploughing champs - Oct 23&24 🩺❤️🩺 #KeepTalking #KeepWell #KeepHealthy

🎄 RSABI Christmas cards are now on sale! Part of our beautiful Christmas card collection by rural artist Kate Simpson, 'Waiting for Santa' captures a festive farm scene as Christmas Eve approaches. Perfect for sending seasonal greetings to friends, family, customers and colleagues, this is just one of several gorgeous designs available in the collection. And best of all, every purchase helps RSABI continue providing practical, emotional and financial support to people across Scotland's agricultural community. ✨ Looking to send Christmas cards on behalf of your business? We can also provide personalised Christmas cards in bulk. Contact [email protected] to find out more. 👉 Browse the full collection and order yours today: ow.ly/AE9X50ZTryy #RSABI #CharityChristmasCards #SupportScottishAgriculture

💚 A simple conversation could change someone's day... or even their life. This October, RSABI is bringing free Mental Health First Aid Training to the north west Highlands, helping people build the confidence and skills to recognise when someone may be struggling and know how to support them. Delivered in partnership with IED Training Solutions Ltd, the course encourages open conversations around mental health, challenges stigma and provides practical tools to help people in rural communities. Participants will gain certification in the SCQF Level 5 Award in First Aid for Mental Health, learning how to: ✅ Recognise signs of mental health difficulties ✅ Start supportive conversations with confidence ✅ Signpost people towards appropriate professional help ✅ Make a positive difference in their community Whether you're a farmer, crofter, adviser, consultant, inspector or regularly work with people in rural areas, this training is for you. 🎟️ Book your free place today: 📍 Friday 16 October Assynt Leisure Centre, Lochinver 🔗 ow.ly/khmO50ZSyF1 📍 Saturday 17 October Scourie Hall, Sutherland 🔗 ow.ly/aNe650ZSyF0 📍 Sunday 18 October Coigach Community Hall, Ullapool 🔗 ow.ly/2geI50ZSyEY #RSABI #MentalHealthFirstAid #ScottishAgriculture #RuralMentalHealth

We're delighted to welcome JRW Hogg & Thorburn as a new Business Friend of RSABI. 💚 JRW Hogg & Thorburn is one of the largest accountancy firms in the south of Scotland, combining city standards with a genuine understanding of working in a rural area. With extensive agricultural experience and a long history of supporting farming businesses, the team is fully aware of the issues facing the industry today and is committed to delivering expert financial advice across the Scottish Borders and beyond. Partner, David Clarkson,shared why supporting RSABI matters to the firm: "As a firm which has represented numerous farming clients for many years, we are proud to support RSABI and the incredibly valuable work that they do. By providing practical, emotional and financial support to those working in Scottish agriculture, the organisation is making a huge difference to farmers and their families today and tomorrow. A huge thank you to JRW Hogg & Thorburn for joining our growing community of Friends of RSABI and helping us continue to support people across Scottish agriculture. 👉 If your business shares our commitment to supporting Scotland's farming community, why not become a Friend of RSABI? Join a growing network of organisations making a real difference to the wellbeing of farmers, crofters and those working in agriculture. 🔗rsabi.org.uk/friends/ #FriendOfRSABI #RSABI #ScottishAgriculture #SupportingFarmingCommunities 💚🌾

Giving up smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health - both mental and physical - and you’ll save money too! @P_H_S_Official has lots of great free content and support to give you the best chance of success. One in five deaths in Scotland are related to smoking - this month is #stoptober and if you’re thinking of quitting we’re right behind you! 😊 The benefits kick in fast and after just 72 hours one of the biggest hurdles is over and you’ll be well on your way to quitting for good. To find out more call Quit Your Way Scotland free on 0800 84 84 84. 👉nhsinform.scot/care-support-… #KeepTalking #KeepGoing #HeartHealth #HealthHut

💚 A huge thank you to Dem-Master Demolition Ltd and Total Recycling for coming on board as Headline sponsors of our Farmers Choir Charity Concert in Linlithgow in February. Based in Bathgate, Dem-Master Demolition Ltd provides a range of demolition, dismantling and site clearance services, while Total Recycling provides efficient waste recovery and recycling services throughout central Scotland. Richard McCulloch, owner of Dem-Master and Total Recycling, said: “We understand how vital Scotland’s farming communities are, and we know how tough things can be behind the scenes. That’s why we’re proud to support RSABI’s Farmers’ Choir this year. It’s a brilliant way to raise money for such an important cause while bringing people together. We’d encourage everyone to get behind this event and help RSABI continue its important work.” Thanks to the support of Dem-Master and Total Recycling, we're able to bring together an afternoon of outstanding music, laughter and community spirit, while raising vital funds to support people across Scotland's agricultural community through RSABI. 📧 If your business would like to sponsor the Farmers Choir Charity Concert for RSABI, please get in touch [email protected] 🎶 Farmers Choir Charity Concert 📍 St Michael's Parish Church, Linlithgow 📅 Saturday 20 February 2027 🔗 Get your tickets now! ow.ly/NU7V50ZT02z

Well done to Arran Young Farmers Club who have created an uncannily lifelike vision of our #UseYourHead campaign ambassador Callum Lindsay, for their @SAYFC Young Farmers bale art entry! Callum, also of This Farming Life fame, is pictured resplendent with Yellow Wellies and - most importantly - a Logic Manufacturing Limited quad bike helmet. 👏👏 Well done to all the young farmers involved and a huge thankyou to Callum for inspiring them with his passion for quad bike safety and wellbeing in farming. #KeepTalking #UseYourHead

The response to Jim Smith's #KeepTalking tour event on Islay has been incredible, with nearly half the tickets already sold! 👏 Join Jim and Calamity Crofters for an evening packed with laughter, stories and music, all while supporting RSABI and the work we do for people across Scotland's agricultural community. If you've been meaning to book, don't leave it too late. Once these tickets are gone, they're gone! 📅 Friday 6 November 📍 Ramsay Hall, Port Ellen 🚪 Doors at 6:30pm, show at 7:30pm 🎟️ Tickets £20 + booking fee 🔞 Over 18s only Gather your friends, family and neighbours and come along for what promises to be a brilliant night out. 🎟️ Book your tickets today: ow.ly/Rk1n50ZSFj3 #RSABI #JimSmith #KeepTalkingTour

Great to welcome Faye Watson of Mind Our Farmers who joined Irene and Rebecca at our Health Hut at United Auctions - Livestock Auctioneers Stirling yesterday. Faye and Martin Robertson are leading on a project (supported by Alzheimer's Research UK Inspire Fund) aiming to empower Scottish farmers to improve brain health and reduce dementia risk. By working directly with farming communities, they hope to: ‍ 🌟Open conversations and raise awareness about brain health and dementia in agricultural spaces ‍ 🌟Improve access to practical, community-appropriate information and support 🌟Build capacity for peer support within farming communities Great to have you with us Faye and our best wishes to you and Martin with this important work. #keeptalking #dementiaawareness #altzheimersawareness #FarmingCommunity

Our words can have a huge and lasting impact on the people around us. Whether you say something in person, via email/text or social media or you talk about others when they are not there, please consider: will what you are saying help, or might your words cause harm? Are your words necessary? Are they true? Are they kind? ❤️❤️❤️ #KeepTalking #Kindness #Respect