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Labour's farm tax plan must go, Scottish Tories say
The Scottish Conservatives have called on the chancellor to "show some common sense" and abandon plans to implement the "cruel family farm tax". The…
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NFU Scotland warns UK tax policies threaten future of farming
NFU Scotland has issued a strong warning that recent UK government tax policies are jeopardising the future of farming and food production in the…
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Farmland market remains resilient as buyers turn more selective
The farmland market in England continues to show activity and resilience, with early figures from 2025 indicating land prices remain broadly…
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Farmland market remains steady despite political and financial pressures
The farmland market in England and Wales has remained resilient despite ongoing political and financial challenges, new research has found. While the…
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Arla and DMK plan merger to form Europe's largest dairy co-op
Arla Foods and DMK Group have announced their intention to merge, forming what would become Europe’s largest dairy cooperative. The merger between…
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Young farmers to vote on motion regarding inheritance tax
Young farmers will vote on a motion regarding inheritance tax at the National Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs’ (NFYFC) annual meeting of clubs…
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Defra appoints Minette Batters to lead farm profitability review
Baroness Minette Batters, who was the president of the NFU for six years, has been appointed to lead a comprehensive review into farm profitability…
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Scottish farm incomes drop by 50% exposing growing financial pressures
Average farm incomes in Scotland have dropped by over 50%, highlighting the growing financial pressures faced by farmers and crofters. The Scottish…
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New tractor registrations fall to 24-year low amid financial pressures
New tractor registrations have dropped to their lowest level in 24 years, highlighting the financial pressures many farmers are now feeling. The…
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JCB to double Texas factory size in response to Trump's tariffs
British agri-machinery giant JCB has revealed plans to double the size of its new Texas factory in response to tariffs on UK imports imposed by…
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