Farmers should seek professional advice to address the opportunities and challenges presented by the new Agriculture Bill, according to the Agricultural Law Association (ALA). Continue reading “Professional advice vital for Ag Bill roll-out, says ALA”
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Beware tighter tax measures, warns Old Mill
Farmers could fall foul of tax compliance measures under a proposed new anti-tax evasion unit, rural accountant Old Mill has warned.
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Agriculture Bill back on the table, says ALA
The Agriculture Bill – along with several other draft Bills – could come back to Parliament following the landslide victory for the Conservatives in the General Election. Continue reading “Agriculture Bill back on the table, says ALA”
Prime opportunity for energy schemes, says Roadnight Taylor
There has never been a better time for landowners to seek ground rent from energy schemes, with some worth up to £8m over their lifetime. But there are some important pitfalls to avoid, warns power and energy consultant Roadnight Taylor. Continue reading “Prime opportunity for energy schemes, says Roadnight Taylor”
Farmland letting remains subdued, says CAAV
Area-based subsidy payments have subdued farmland letting across England and Wales since their introduction in 2003 – and continued to do so in 2018. Continue reading “Farmland letting remains subdued, says CAAV”
Lack of rural housing is a barrier to progressive farming, warns CAAV
Issues with rural housing are obstructing farming retirement and new entrants, limiting the progression of UK agriculture, says the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV). It needs to be freed up to help handle the loss of Basic Payment. Continue reading “Lack of rural housing is a barrier to progressive farming, warns CAAV”
CAAV ready to embrace the future
The Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV) is well placed to lead the industry through future change and challenges after investing its latest president, David Brooks. Continue reading “CAAV ready to embrace the future”
Tackle biennial bearing and sunburn at Fruit Focus
Biennial bearing can be a major problem in fruit trees – but applying a unique multiple-nitrogen foliar fertiliser after harvest could be the answer producers are looking for. Continue reading “Tackle biennial bearing and sunburn at Fruit Focus”
The Wurzels return to the Bath & West Show
The Wurzels are a country institution – few young farmers in the West Country don’t know the lyrics to ‘Combine Harvester’ – and they are returning to perform at one of their favourite shows; the Royal Bath & West Show this summer. We catch up with band member Tommy Banner to find out more. Continue reading “The Wurzels return to the Bath & West Show”
Most solar arrays underperform – get them checked
A huge proportion of solar photovoltaic (PV) arrays are under-performing financially and could easily be improved. Farms and estates should therefore consider getting them independently assessed. Continue reading “Most solar arrays underperform – get them checked”