NFU Scotland president Jim McLaren has become the first UK union leader to start his own blog.
“The farming industry, myself included, isn’t generally known for its computer literacy but many more farmers are these days becoming au fait with the world of emails, internet, blogs and podcasts,” he said.
“NFU Scotland must ensure that it keeps up with the times and so I have launched this regular blog to enable people to learn more about what their union and its president are doing for the farming industry.
"At the simple touch of a mouse people will be able to delve into some of my thoughts and have the opportunity to comment upon them as well as learn how their union is representing them."