Managing the land
Farming and crofting
Centuries of farming and crofting have shaped Scotland's landscapes, habitats and wildlife.
Forestry and woodlands
Scotland's woods and forests are on the increase, contributing to our ecosystems, and strengthening our economy.
Upland and moorland
Scotland's distinctive uplands and moorlands offer a rich variety of land uses and provide habitats for a wide range of species.
Soils
Healthy, well managed soils provide the foundation for our ecosystems and are vital for sustainable economic growth.
Rocks and landforms
Managing our precious natural assets and safeguarding them for the future is an important part of conserving our natural heritage.
Habitat networks and spatial ecology
Looking at how land interacts between its components over space and time
Related Links
Land Use Strategy for Scotland
Scotland's first Land Use Strategy is a key commitment of Section 57 of the Climate Change (Scotland) Act 2009
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