Concerns over dyslexia in farming community

It's estimated one in ten people in the UK has dyslexia. Amongst the farming community in Scotland it's thought that figure could be higher.

It's an issue that's now being highlighted by the National Farmer's Union Scotland.

Emma Baker has been to one farm near Duns in Berwickshire to meet a family who know first hand about the challenges faced by people with dyslexia.

NFU Scotland is launching a campaign to raise awareness about dyslexia in farming communities, after research showed the condition to be more common amongst farmers.

Dyslexia means difficulty with words, and it usually results in a struggle to read, write or spell.

If you think you might be dyslexic, you can find out more by visiting the following websites.

• British Dyslexia Association - provides advice and support for people with dyslexia, and promotes research.
• NHS - you can find detailed information about dyslexia: from the causes to how to identify whether you have it.
• Dyslexia Action - offers support services including free half-hour consultations.

The National Farmers Union in Scotland is launching a campaign to raise awareness of dyslexia in the farming community.

Dyslexia affects around half a million people in Scotland, and it's thought the number is considerably higher for farmers.

In fact, Scotland's Rural College says that one in four of its agriculture students is dyslexic.

You can find out more by watching Border Life Episode 30 tonight.