The latest news from across the UK on all things agricultural, countryside issues and rural affairs.

Jan 8, 2025 · Make succession planning a positive. The number one issue facing most farms in 2025 is likely to be succession planning, following the changes to the inheritance tax regime …

New 'Farmer Tough' Polaris 2025 launches with £1m giveaway. Six key themes facing farmers and landowners for 2025. Farms told to be compliant with tax rules affecting Xmas ventures

Jan 9, 2025 · The move, included in Labour's election manifesto, will make it easier for farmers to win a share of the £5 billion spent each year on public sector catering contracts.. Farmers will …

Jan 19, 2025 · Profitability on livestock farms was impacted by a reduction in farm output and input costs remaining high compared to historic figures. NFU Cymru said the falling incomes …

Jan 20, 2025 · The first UK-wide comprehensive review of farm assurance has called for a 'fundamental reset' in order to rebuild confidence amongst farmers. The 9-month review, …

Oct 10, 2024 · In total, the harvest for wheat, winter and spring barley, oats and oilseed rape is down by 15% on 2023 and 18% on the five year average. Increases in spring barley and oat …

Nov 21, 2023 · Average business income by type of farm in England rose to £96,100 in 2022-2023 despite higher costs, according to the latest Defra figures. The results, which cover …

Dec 13, 2023 · Next year marks the start of delinked support payments in England, meaning farmers no longer have to submit a BPS application form in May. Their eligibility for payments …