Earlier succession could be the silver lining to the Agricultural Property Relief cloud
A renewed focus on succession planning, and innovation driven by a younger generation taking over earlier, could be the silver lining to the cloud looming over farming following the Agricultural Property Relief (APR) announcement in the budget.
Latest Lovewell Blake/NFU farmers’ evening hears expert outline the potential impacts of climate change
Farmers will be facing significant changes in growing conditions by the end of the 21st century – that was the message from a leading meteorologist at the latest Lovewell Blake/NFU Farmers’ Evening held in Halesworth.
The impact of the 2024 Budget on the Farming Industry
The 2024 Budget has brought significant changes to the farming industry and understandably sparked extreme concerns for all those within it regarding the future of their multi-generation family farms and the future of the industry as a whole.
Leading Meteorologist to focus on climate change at farmers' evening
Leading meteorologist Chris Bell will be exploring the science and impacts of climate change on agriculture during the third joint Lovewell Blake/NFU Farmers’ Evening of 2024, which takes place at Halesworth Golf Club on Wednesday 6th November.
‘Far-reaching’ budget could have ‘dramatic impact’ on farming says leading agri finance expert
Whilst not on the scale of Kwasi Kwarteng’s announcement, Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first Budget will probably be far-reaching – and the measures she unveils could have a dramatic impact on farmers and landowners. That is the prediction of one of the region’s leading rural finance experts.
Agricultural Employment Contracts
Agriculture has traditionally relied on seasonal workers – but that doesn’t negate the requirement to provide written terms and conditions, says Ryan Lincoln.
Norfolk agribusiness expert chairs global meeting
A global meeting of finance experts working in the agricultural and food sectors, chaired by a leading Norfolk agricultural accountant, has highlighted the many challenges faced by the agribusiness sector in an uncertain world environment, including the need for young farmers to replace aging farmers, the impact of immigration policies on the industry, and the importance of education and training programs.
Budget announcement will affect tax treatment of furnished holiday lettings
Diversification has been key for farming businesses to remain sustainable; having a number of different income streams on the farm has helped many businesses navigate through external factors and changes in farm subsidy regimes.