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Business

Starting up

Creating and running a business from scratch.

Updated 12 June 2024

Introduction

As a small producer, you may have other sources of income and your farming or crofting activities may start as a spare time interest.  But once you start buying and selling it quickly turns into a business.  This section is an introduction to what you need to know. 

https://www.mygov.scot/starting-business is a good starting point. 

Further links

Food Standards Scotland – Checklist