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Politics

Farmers under pressure to diversify and find alternative income streams

Diversification

Farmers under pressure to diversify and find alternative income streams

A survey by law firm Shakespeare Martineau found out of 250 agricultural and small businesses, almost a quarter (22%) have identified the need to diversify their operations for business survival

clock 19 December 2024 • 2 min read
North East Scotland tractor rally sends 'emphatic' message that farmers will 'not give in' over family farm tax

Farm Business

North East Scotland tractor rally sends 'emphatic' message that farmers will 'not give in' over family farm tax

"Labour's tax will finish the majority of family farms if it is left unchanged"

clock 19 December 2024 • 2 min read
Strathspey farmer appointed new agricultural adviser for Cairngorms National Park Authority

Farm Business

Strathspey farmer appointed new agricultural adviser for Cairngorms National Park Authority

"I am keen to work closely with farmers to help them address the key issues we face and promote the positive impact of sustainable agriculture and its role in tackling climate change"

clock 19 December 2024 • 2 min read
Avian influenza prevention zone in four counties

Livestock

Avian influenza prevention zone in four counties

It is now a legal requirement for all birdkeepers within the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) to follow ‘strict biosecurity measures' to help protect their flocks, of whatever type or size

clock 19 December 2024 • 3 min read
Emma Mosey - chair of the Farm Retail Association on the Budget: "Small businesses simply cannot stomach it, and many will close their doors"

Farm Business

Emma Mosey - chair of the Farm Retail Association on the Budget: "Small businesses simply cannot stomach it, and many will close their doors"

The Farm Retail Association (FRA) is a thriving network of farm shops, farmers markets, and pick-your-own businesses which was formed at Birmingham's Farmpick Conference in 1979

clock 19 December 2024 • 3 min read
Unions reveal banners in campaign to stop the family farm tax

Politics

Unions reveal banners in campaign to stop the family farm tax

Roadside and gate banners are being displayed across the country today (December 19) in a national display of solidarity

clock 19 December 2024 • 3 min read
Farming matters: Joe Evans - "This budget is not just bad for farmers – it is bad for everyone. It is irresponsible"

Politics

Farming matters: Joe Evans - "This budget is not just bad for farmers – it is bad for everyone. It is irresponsible"

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: CLA vice-president Joe Evans

clock 18 December 2024 • 3 min read
Young Farmer takes calf to Westminster to highlight importance of farming's next generation and small family farms in Britain

Farm Business

Young Farmer takes calf to Westminster to highlight importance of farming's next generation and small family farms in Britain

12-year-old Bella and Vicky the calf stole the show outside Westminster hoping to highlight the importance of farming's next generation of farmers following the Government's family farm tax

clock 17 December 2024 • 3 min read
Farmers call on Scottish Government to hold a referendum over a National Park proposal in Galloway

Farm Business

Farmers call on Scottish Government to hold a referendum over a National Park proposal in Galloway

"She (Rural Affairs Secretary Mairi Gougeon) must allow us to have a say whether we have a National Park or not"

clock 17 December 2024 • 4 min read
Defra Secretary Steve Reed under pressure after visiting one farm since Labour won the General Election

Farm Business

Defra Secretary Steve Reed under pressure after visiting one farm since Labour won the General Election

Amid growing unrest from farmers over a proposed Inheritance Tax announced in Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Autumn Budget, the Defra Secretary has faced pressure for the number of farms he has visited since July 5

clock 17 December 2024 • 2 min read
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