Agricultural Inheritance Tax
It was my understanding that the IHT was introduced to tackle those investors buying up farms and agricultural land to
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It was my understanding that the IHT was introduced to tackle those investors buying up farms and agricultural land to
Read moreLet’s be clear inheritance tax on farmland should be charged at 40% and not 20% with regard to purchases of
Read morePlenty Unlimited Inc, an innovative agricultural technology company with a unique indoor vertical farming platform, today announced that it has
Read moreWith the launch of a cutting-edge expansion in Enkhuizen, Enza Zaden takes a major step forward in its innovation and
Read moreGB Potatoes is pleased to announce they have joined Horticulture Crop Protection Ltd (HCP) on behalf of the British seed
Read moreUrban winery and wine bar group Vagabond has been awarded Best Still Wine at the 2025 Independent English Wine Awards (IEWA), as
Read more• Bill to be introduced by end of year to enable ratification of the treaty
Read moreEvery spring, the University of Leeds bursts into colour with thousands of blooming bulbs – a much-loved signal that the
Read moreNew Covent Garden Market has unveiled The Garden Wall, a striking commemorative installation celebrating the rich heritage, community and ongoing story of
Read moreTo celebrate its fifth anniversary, the Sustainability Fund is expanding its criteria to include social projects alongside environmental initiatives, with
Read moreGrants to ensure more than 19,000 tonnes of surplus food will be redistributed to homeless shelters, food banks and charities
Read moreGovernment proposals to ban bottom trawling in more vulnerable marine habitats aim to protect important and rare underwater life.
Read moreThe cost of fertiliser is huge. Not just the initial outlay of buying tonnes of artificial nutrients, but the potential
Read moreGreater scrutiny of how food is produced is present at every level these days. Consumers are more aware than ever
Read moreThe Aeroframe™ cultivation platform is a triangular A-frame structure, powered by proprietary mobile aeroponic irrigators, developed over years of research and engineering. Unlike traditional aeroponics
Read moreLedgnd, a specialist in data-driven cultivation optimisation for the greenhouse industry, has announced the appointment of co-founder Matthea Rijneker as
Read moreA reminder that the Chartered Institute of Horticulture entry deadlines for the Aberconway and Pam Pointer Awards for 2025 have
Read moreFrom selling vegetables to London markets in the 1960s, Hall Hunter has expanded to five farms across Berkshire and Surrey,
Read moreBerryWorld is proud to announce that several of its premium berry varieties have been honoured at the prestigious 2025 Superior
Read moreAs part of World Environment Day on 5 June, WineGB has launched a Sustainability Packaging Toolkit, the second in its
Read moreHarvest House, one of Europe’s largest grower cooperatives for greenhouse vegetables is significantly expanding its partnership with AgTech scale-up Source.ag
Read moreTozer and KWS Vegetables Netherlands B.V. have renewed their exclusive UK (England, Wales, Scotland and Northern-Ireland) distribution agreement, continuing the
Read moreSinclair, a leading provider of professional growing media solutions and part of Westland Horticulture, is returning to the HTA National
Read moreThis policy paper explains the decision-making process to introduce obligatory ‘not for EU’ labelling for specific products sold in Great
Read moreWe publish national and official statistics relating to the environment, rural communities, food, farming and biosecurity.
Read moreSigns that may suggest rabies in bats, what to do if you spot them and measures to prevent exposing yourself
Read moreA concordat to ensure the continuing supply of goods to Northern Ireland.
Read moreAccess APHA reports, videos, publications and data on livestock, wildlife and small animals in England and Wales.
Read moreIt has been a few years since the UK saw the Väderstad Seed Hawk. Initially developed by the Canadian company
Read moreKverneland has set the first world record for autonomous ploughing by teaming up with autonomy solutions provider Agxeed. The 24-hour
Read moreJCB’s hydrogen-fuelled engine will be on public display for the first time at a UK agricultural event during the Royal
Read moreA new government review tackling unfair practices in the combinable crops supply chain is set to benefit arable farmers. The
Read moreThe Oxford Farming Conference (OFC) has opened applications for three new individuals to join the board and support the future
Read moreA new global study led by researchers from the University of British Columbia (UBC) has revealed that temperatures during the
Read moreTong Engineering has announced a new dealership agreement with XAGRI, strengthening its presence and support for vegetable producers across Yorkshire.
Read moreM&S says that it has helped suppliers to make a number of new investments made under its Plan A sustainability
Read moreArable farmer Tim Beaver from Church Farm in South Lincolnshire has expanded beyond his 550 ha of wheat, sugar beet,
Read moreThe Chartered Institute of Horticulture’s annual general meeting concluded with a prizegiving ceremony recognising the exceptional contribution of horticulture professionals
Read moreGuidance for vets, importers and border control officials when importing live animals that are being returned to Great Britain.
Read moreFully funded expert-led studies to assess water security on farms open for applications.
Read moreSummary minutes from meetings of the joint management committee (JMC) for the sanitary agreement between the UK and New Zealand.
Read moreThe Czech agricultural industry is an interesting one. On the border of what’s considered central and eastern Europe, with many
Read moreUK sugar beet growers can now buy seed directly from plant breeders SESVANDERHAVE. The move by the leading global breeder
Read moreThe UK’s Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) risk status has been reclassified to negligible by the World Organisation for Animal Health
Read moreFarmers looking for ways to improve efficiencies will have access to multiple solutions at this year’s Cereals Event. Smaller weather
Read morePlant Products, a division of BioFirst Group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Gregor Hoffmann as General Manager of
Read moreDelivering on the government’s Plan for Change, proposals will introduce a simplified approach benefitting poorer communities and speeding up project
Read moreWe are consulting on flood and coastal erosion funding rules and are calling for evidence on alternative sources of funding
Read moreFarm Manager of the Year Simon Andrews might just oversee the most famous farm in the UK – although a
Read moreLaunching later this year, the F8 and F9 John Deere forage harvester series are said to be new from the
Read moreFor the last few years, the top fruit grower association, British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL), has been running a
Read moreExperienced chief operating officer Jason Kelly has joined leading potato supplier Branston, bringing with him more than 25 years’ experience
Read moreThe UK Government has confirmed that planned post-Brexit border checks on medium-risk fruit and vegetables from the EU will now
Read moreA new EU Soil Health Data Cube layered map will revolutionise how farmers, land managers and policy makers sustainably manage
Read moreProposed changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) reliefs are set to create a ‘lose-lose’ scenario for the UK, according to the
Read morePreliminary and updated outbreak assessments for avian influenza (bird flu) in Brazil.
Read moreFind the plant species that are typical of the grassland type on your land parcel for help with action GRH6:
Read moreFarm animal genetic resources (FAnGR) list of at-risk breeds of cattle, horses and ponies, sheep, goats, pigs and poultry; criteria
Read moreThe UK Genetics for Livestock and Equines (UKGLE) Committee’s advice on native breed conservation.
Read moreJohn Deere announced on 23 May the acquisition of Sentera, a leading provider of remote imagery solutions for agriculture, headquartered
Read moreThousands of farmers will benefit from a £30 million boost to payments received for nature-friendly farming practices under the Higher
Read moreAny HORSCH Leeb sprayer with AutoSelect, the automatic nozzle control system, can ‘spot spray’ with data fed from a drone
Read moreThe Ullmanna Newman weeder uses artificial intelligence technology to provide highly precise row crop weeding. The Newman multi-row machine from
Read moreNFU commented on a new report by Family Businesses UK (FBUK) that looked into the impacts of inheritance tax changes
Read moreHutchinsons theme at this year’s Groundswell event is “Connecting with Your Soils.” Visitors to the Hutchinsons stand will have the
Read moreA ministerial direction for local authorities relating to the disposal of single-use vapes.
Read moreApplications for 2026 Nuffield Farming Scholarships will close on the 31st July 2025. A Nuffield Farming Scholarship is a life-changing
Read moreHadlow College has bloomed once again at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, this year taking home a prestigious Silver Gilt
Read moreUnder the Government’s Plan for Change, move will stop the flood of litter on to nation’s streets and protect young
Read moreA host of new JCB agricultural machines will make their Scottish debut at the Royal Highland Show, which will run
Read moreFarmers and landowners have been key contributors to a groundbreaking initiative that has planted five million trees across Britain’s countryside,
Read moreNiab’s Head of Data Sciences, Professor Ji Zhou, has been awarded Niab’s annual Bentley Nelstrop Medal for Enterprise and Innovation.
Read moreConducting sales through HilverdaFlorist’s established, international network gives DIEM Breeding the space to fully focus on breeding and selection. HilverdaFlorist
Read moreEighth Kings Series National Nature Reserve to be announced
Read moreYou can report fraud, bribery and corruption against the Department of Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra).
Read moreDirection by Secretary of State relating to the proposed Lincolnshire Reservoir Project, Anglian Water Services Limited.
Read moreGuidance for businesses preparing for the ban on the sale and supply of single-use vapes from 1 June 2025.
Read moreDirection by Secretary of State relating to the proposed Fens Reservoir Project, Anglian Water Services Limited and Cambridge Water PLC.
Read morePeter Unwin CB named as new Deputy Chair of the government’s statutory advisor on nature
Read moreApply for a FETF grant for help to buy items that improve productivity, manage slurry and improve animal health and
Read moreNew reservoirs will supply three quarters of a million homes and unlock the building of tens of thousands more as
Read moreCase IH has unveiled a series of updates to its Optum range, offering new tech packages and an upgraded joystick
Read moreThe arable event, Cereals, has released a rap song to promote this year’s event, which takes place at Heath Farm
Read moreCheshire farming partnership LP Ollier & Son has been fined £20,000 after an employee trapped his leg in a potato
Read moreAccording to British Berry Growers, not only is this year’s strawberry crop likely to be larger and sweeter than usual
Read moreThe Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) has urged home ‘gardeners, allotmenteers and farmers’ to be vigilant for Colorado beetle
Read moreNigel Jenney, Chief Executive of the Fresh Produce Consortium (FPC), has emerged as the leading voice for British food importers
Read moreTwenty-six wines were tasted over two sessions by 16 judges, who comprised a cross section of the UK’s leading palates:
Read moreContact details for Local Nature Partnerships in England.
Read moreAnnual statistics on farm animal genetic resources in the United Kingdom.
Read moreWe are seeking views on the implementation of biodiversity net gain (BNG) for nationally significant infrastructure projects (NSIPs).
Read moreWe are seeking views on improving the implementation of biodiversity net gain (BNG) for minor, medium and brownfield development.
Read moreThousands of farmers will get a payment boost for restoring habitats and protecting landscapes.
Read moreEvesham-based Vale Green Energy has used a new silage additive from FM BioEnergy and is reporting that the product has
Read moreOn the 3rd of June, the UK Agri-Tech Centre will run a farm walk and farm innovation workshop in collaboration
Read moreAt its board of directors meeting, BKT outlined its strategic plan for the next five years, including growth in revenue
Read moreCrawfords has announced the expansion of its AGCO sales and after-service territory, which will now extend across North Hampshire and
Read moreA new coalition has been formed to improve towing safety, following alarming statistics which highlight safety concerns in both work
Read moreThe James Hutton Institute will host a webinar on 30th May, the UN’s designated International Day of Potato, to discuss
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