planning permission

For many farming families, a successful diversification can mean the difference between staying in the black and falling into the red. But achieving this success can often be frustrated by costly planning challenges. Shannon Fuller, Planning Advisor with the CLA, highlights the key considerations.

The Government is extending permitted development rights to give farmers greater freedoms to diversify and convert agricultural buildings for commercial uses

Lower Pertwood Farm is a 2,800 acre arable unit in Hindon, Wiltshire

Ian Barnett, national land director of Leaders Romans Group warns of the perils of politics and land promotion

Jeremy Clarkson has faced issues with West Oxfordshire District Council for plans for diversifying the farm