Scottish Agricultural Wages July 17, 2014 12:00 am The Scottish Agricultural Wages Board has proposed that the minimum rate for agricultural workers in Scotland increase by 2.1%. This would take the standard rate to £7.14 per hour (£279.46 for a 39 hour week). If approved, the new rates would apply from the 1st October. For more details see – http://news.scotland.gov.uk/News/Minimum-wage-for-agricultural-workers-d4d.aspx.