Woodland is an important contributor to the rural economy. James Pyrah discusses the opportunities for landowners to open up fresh income streams by utilising unmanaged woodland

The government wants to tackle agricultural pollutants such as ammonia by requiring farmers to invest in infrastructure and equipment to cut emissions. John Robson discusses the issues

The EU’s blanket ban on neonicotinoids in all open fields has major implications for UK farmers. Julie Liddle evaluates what is undoubtedly a difficult situation

The government’s latest water quality regulations are designed to help farmers reap the rewards of greater efficiency. James Pyrah takes a look...

The government gave rural businesses and communities a welcome tonic when it announced an extension to permitted development rights in March this year.

For landowners, fly-tipping is more than just a blot on the landscape – it is also a costly and frustrating problem. Julie Liddle assesses what is being done and offers some tips to prevent fly-tipping.

Acquiring land and property often raises the complex questions relating to rights of way and restrictive covenants. Julie Liddle casts some light on the issues.

Rewarding farmers for environmental work is the subject of an interesting pilot project. James Pyrah assesses its merits.

The agri-environment sector is concerned that it may be disadvantaged when the present Countryside Stewardship system is replaced by a better, post-Brexit scheme. Julie Liddle explores the issues.

Applications are now open for the Countryside Stewardship mid-tier and hedgerow and boundary scheme. James Pyrah sheds some light on potential benefits for farmers.

Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Secretary, Michael Gove, has spelled out how farming subsidies will be handled after Brexit – although crucial questions remain. Julie Liddle examines the salient issues.

Permitted development rights allow you to carry out specific types of work without making a full planning application – but this does not mean you can do whatever you choose. Julie Liddle explains.