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20–21 January 2027, NEC, Birmingham

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Selling land for development - what farmers need to know

Selling parcels of land for development is a big step and it is essential to do your homework. Olivia Midgley finds out how to avoid the bear traps.

Olivia Midgley
Editorial Director
clock • 6 min read
Selling land for development - what farmers need to know

"Landowners should think carefully and seek good advice on what is the best route to securing maximum value and the earliest possible cash receipt for their land," said David O'Reilly, land director at...

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