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Scottish farm incomes experienced a sharp decline in 2023/24, with farm profits being cut by half, the Scottish Government confirmed.

Land manager Rory Hodgson explores the benefits of getting involved in BNG with Environment Bank. He explains how many farmers are getting involved with BNG Habitat Banks, and how this can support farming.

With a range of short- and long-term challenges facing farmers, a non-bank lender could help with everyday purchases, as well as achieving bigger dreams, says Rural Asset Finance.

More than 1,700 farms on the outskirts of English towns and cities have disappeared in the past 15 years, the Campaign to Protect Rural England warns.

Former Defra minister Sir Mark Spencer has invited farmers to join a meeting that aims at preparing them for the upcoming changes to agricultural property relief. 

Clarkson’s Farm star, Charlie Ireland, is celebrating the news that rural consultancy Ceres Group is opening three new offices in Northampton, Newbury and Stamford.

Close Brothers Asset Finance explains how it can help farmers make their diversification plans a reality.

Owners of furnished holiday lettings face a race against time if they want to sell or gift their properties to maximise a number of tax advantages before they are abolished from April 2025, according to financial advice firm NFU Mutual.    

Defra has shared much-awaited news on the farming grants that will be available this year, including Higher Level Stewardship and Capital Grants.

A roadshow aimed at airing the challenges farming families face when planning to hand over to the next generation is set to kick off next week.

Securing the right financial support is critical for agricultural businesses facing loan maturity and refinancing challenges, UK Ag Finance warns.

There are many forms of finance available to businesses today, but one of the most effective for companies wanting to invest in their growth without impacting cash flow is asset finance, said financial expert Close Brothers.