The Scottish Crofting Federation (SCF) says it is "unclear" how future splits of the country's agricultural budget will impact crofters.
Union leader Martin Kennedy says he does not envisage protests by farmers in Scotland similar to those in a number of other countries.
The Greens MSP says 'I am actively advocating for the establishment of a dedicated degree-level course in horticulture and business skills.'
Foxes are being blamed for killing lambs on Scottish farms and crofts where there was suspicion over badgers being responsible.
Plans have been put forward to Highland Council for a pet crematorium facility to be sited near Wick.
NFU Scotland employees covering the Thurso and Dingwall offices have won the union's Membership Flame Award for the third year in a row.
Scotland's farming union has revealed statistics showing which supermarkets are stocking the most – and least – amount of Scottish produce.
No schools were closed in Caithness due to the wintry conditions but the Met Office warns of more snow over the next few days.
The Met Office warns that snow showers and ice will bring difficult driving conditions and transport disruption in Caithness today and tomorrow.
The Met Office issued a Yellow Warning for wintry weather and icy patches on roads and pavements in the far north tomorrow (Tuesday, February 6).