What will a farming business look like in 2030? ….. a thought provoking question! Will our farming enterprises be more diverse? The answer is yes without a shadow of a doubt.

We all know that Government are looking to kickstart the economy, in part, by building and developing. The infrastructure necessary for this to happen is something you, as a landowner or occupier, need to be aware of.

After almost a year in the making the Agriculture Bill was finally enacted on 11th November 2020, now entitled the Agriculture Act 2020, and comes into full force on the 11th January 2021. This marks a significant milestone in agricultural policy.

We are approaching the end of that temporary increase period in Annual Investment Allowance which will reduce from its current level of £1million on the 31st December 2020.

With woodland creation high on the Government’s agenda there has never been a better time to start planting trees.

It is now a requirement for most residential landlords in England to give a six month notice period to terminate an Assured Shorthold Tenancy, Assured Tenancy, or a Rent Act Tenancy

Making a promise to someone sounds simple doesn’t it… it is, unless it relates to property.

New regulations come into effect on the 1st July 2020 in England to add to the ever-extending list of compulsory obligations for residential landlords.

With a large proportion of Cumbria in some form of Countryside Stewardship Mid-Tier (CSS) priority area, now is the time that farmers should look to maximise the opportunities.

Brexit has weighed on confidence for all UK businesses over the past three and a half years but farmers have endured added uncertainty.

Thinning woodlands is best management practice as it maximises timber growth and income. James Pyrah discusses the benefits.

Whether it’s fishing rights, deer stalking opportunities or the chance of a fully driven shoot on your land there are benefits to leasing your land for sporting purposes. Tomos Davies discusses some of the main considerations.