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Proposed NI rates changes spark fears of added strain on struggling farms
Concerns are growing that proposed changes to NI’s rating system could pile more pressure on farming families already facing rising costs and sector…
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Fund relaunched to offer interest-free loans to organic start-ups
Organic and ecological food and farming enterprises now have the opportunity to apply for interest-free, unsecured loans of up to £25,000. The loans…
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Labour urged to halt IHT reform amid farm profitability review
The government has been told to halt proposed changes to inheritance tax for farmers until the conclusion of the newly announced review into farm…
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Sudden SFI closure leaves farmers reeling, survey reveals
The abrupt closure of the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) has left many farming businesses facing significant financial uncertainty, a new poll…
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Livestock auctions deliver £2.5 billion boost as prices surge
The latest throughput and turnover figures reveal a significant uplift in livestock values, underscoring the role of live auctions in supporting…
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Farming families face rising succession fears, new research finds
Farmers have raised significant concerns about the future of their farms, with many expressing doubts over passing them to the next generation. A…
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Survey reveals 2025 contracting price rises amid soaring costs
Agricultural contractors across the UK can expect a general rise in service prices this year, according to the 2025 contracting prices survey. The…
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Farmland values rise in early 2025 despite industry pressures
Farmland values continued to rise during the first quarter of 2025, defying ongoing political and economic headwinds that have been weighing heavily…
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Young farmers vote overwhelmingly against inheritance tax reforms
Young farmers have voted overwhelmingly against Labour's inheritance tax reforms during the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs’ (NFYFC)…
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Defra announces £46m boost for cutting-edge agri technologies
Defra has announced a major £46m investment in cutting-edge agricultural technologies, which it says will increase food production and boost farm…
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