Mr Blair, 64, a farmhand employed by Graham’s The Family Dairy, died on 4 November 2024 after sustaining fatal injuries in an incident at a storage shed at Birkenwood Farm near Kippen.

A preliminary hearing is set for 11 December 2026 at Stirling Sheriff Court.

Debbie Carroll said: “The death of Alistair Blair occurred while in the course of his employment and as such a fatal accident inquiry is mandatory. The lodging of the first notice enables FAI proceedings to commence under the direction of the sheriff.

“Mr Blair’s family will continue to be kept informed of significant developments as court proceedings progress.”