Alumni stories

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Inspiring stories from SRUC alumni

This is a hugely exciting time for SRUC as we position ourselves to take on the big challenges facing society including food security, climate change, and sustainability.

As an SRUC graduate, you and your stories are a big part of that. These stories reflect SRUC as an organisation and showcase the successes of our alumni - the entrepreneurs, the achievers, the world changers. They speak to the world-class knowledge, dedication, and passion of our graduates and feature passionate, gutsy, and determined SRUC alumni willing to take risks and make Scotland and the world a better place.

Enjoy the stories of our incredible alumni and connect with us using the link above to share your own story and celebrate your achievements.

Barry Fisher

Chief Executive of Keep Scotland Beautiful and 2023 Joint Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network Alumni Champion Award.

Donald Fraser

Founder of Farm Ness and 2023 Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network New Entrant Award.

Jenny McKerr

Founder of the The Wee Farm Distillery and 2023 Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network Award for Diversification.

John Elliot

Owner and Manager of Rawburn and Gordon herds and 2023 Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network Award for Innovation.

Reuben Chesters

Founder and Managing Director of Locavore and 2023 Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network Award for Environmental Sustainability.

Sally Williams

Dairy Farmer at Clackmae in the Scottish Borders and 2023 Joint Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network Alumni Champion Award.

Lochy Porter

Co-founder of Angus Soft Fruits and 2022 Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network Award for Innovation.

Katie Phillips

Founder of Pasture Poultry and 2022 Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network New Entrant Award.

Laura Young

Climate activist, environmental scientist, ethical influencer and 2022 Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network Alumni Champion Award

Amie Routledge

Andrea Ingram

A non-linear path to a career in teaching.

Anna and Ross Mitchell

Founders of Castleton Farm  and 2022 Winner of the SRUC Alumni Entrepreneur Network Award for Diversification.

Carolina Berman

Radiochemical Controller at Charles River Laboratories

Des Hackett

Thriving Green Spaces Project Officer

Daniel Hernández

Engaging community gardeners.

Elizabeth and Lamond Milne

Over 90 years of combined service exist between husband and wife team Lamond and Elizabeth Milne. Their story begins in the swinging 60s where they met on campus and romance blossomed.