Scotland has seen an increase in annual average rainfall and extreme rainfall events, which has led to an increased risk of flooding. This trend is predicted to continue, as long, wetter periods become more frequent. These changes are already negatively impacting soil quality, livestock and crops costing farmers time and money.
Over the past few decades Scotland has seen an increase in annual average rainfall and extreme rainfall events, which has led to an increased risk of flooding. The annual average rainfall in the last decade (2009-2018) was 15% wetter than the 1961-1990 average, with winters 25% wetter. This trend is predicted to continue, as long, wetter periods become more frequent. These changes are already negatively impacting soil quality, livestock and crops costing farmers time and money. To alleviate these negative impacts there are a number of options that can be considered. Download the adaptation checklist to see what additional actions you may want to consider to improve your farms resilience to heavy rainfall and increased flooding.
