Farm Business

Former Defra Secretary Steve Barclay said gene editing could be a game-changer for the precision breeding of crops and livestock

A Government analyst has been recognised for his work which could see Inheritance Tax reliefs taken away from family farms businesses next year. However, farmers said they feel the award was an insult to rural communities

Reductions in lamb and whisky tariffs could open opportunities for British farmers

South Devon MP Caroline Voaden said 85% of farmers in her constituency have told her that they could be affected by IHT changes, with average tax bills starting at £637,000

Will MPs stand up for farmers before legislation receives Royal Assent?

Current chief executive Graham Wilkinson will leave the business on August 22

While farming families have had to struggle for months with the consequences of impending taxation reforms, HMRC has praised the role of an analyst who helped ministers bring forward the proposed legislation

Could young farmers walk away from the sector due to IHT?

Defra Secretary Steve Reed said British farming has a bright future, but can Labour overcome IHT's burden on generational family farms?

The Government says fund will close as soon as cap is hit as it also reveals long-awaited opening date for Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier