Crofters who have not yet completed and returned their census forms are at risk of being fined for non-compliance.
The Crofting Commission has issued a reminder to crofters to complete the census by Tuesday, April 7.
In October last year, the commission issued its first ever census to tenants and owner-occupiers of Scotland’s 18,000 crofts.
The formal deadline for returning the census form was January 16, however 24% of crofters have failed to meet this.
Crofters are now being reminded that they have a legal obligation to complete and return the form, otherwise they could be fined for non-compliance.
“I would encourage those crofters, who have not already done so, to complete the forms in full, answering all of the mandatory questions,” said Crofting Commission convener Susan Walker.
“The census forms are quick and easy to complete and come with comprehensive guidance notes. If crofters require any support or guidance in completing their census forms I would urge them to contact the census team at the commission or visit our website.”
A special helpline, which can be contacted on 01463 663404, has been set up to provide advice to crofters on how to fill out the census forms.