A NEW publication focussed on addressing and supporting mental wellbeing within Scottish agriculture is to be launched by RSABI.

The charity, who provide vital financial, practical and emotional support to individuals and families with links to Scottish agriculture will be producing 'Fit for Farming,' following a generous donation of £3000 from the Aberbrothock Skea Trust.

RSABI chair, Ewan Pate, was delighted to receive the support: “We greatly appreciate the funds which have been provided by the Aberbrothock Skea Trust and will go some way to funding the development and production of our new ‘Fit for Farming’ publication.

“RSABI currently has 25 to 30 new clients every month and many of those who are calling our Helpline have mental health concerns," he continued. "The new publication will be an important addition to the range of tools we have in place to help people look after themselves and recognise any issues at an early stage. This is key as we know that the earlier people seek support the better.”

The Aberbrothock Skea Trust was founded 40 years ago with funds from two Arbroath families and annually donates around £100,000 to charitable organisations. Trustee George Dunlop said the Trust was pleased to be able to assist RSABI.

“We were impressed with the plans for this project and we are confident that the new initiative will be very helpful to many people," said Mr Dunlop. "We look forward to seeing the publication when it is complete and ready for use.”

RSABI runs a confidential helpline (co-funded by the Royal Highland & Agricultural Society of Scotland) on:- 0300 1114166, which people from Scottish agriculture are encouraged to call if they are in need of support.