The average length of new farmland lettings in England and Wales in 2016 increased noticeably on previous years, according to a new survey by the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers. (more…)
Landowners affected by compulsory purchase of assets may have longer to roll over the capital gain into other investments, following confirmation by HMRC. (more…)
Farms and rural businesses will need excellent leadership and management if they are to thrive in the coming years, and a new short course is set to provide just that. (more…)
Landowners who sell surplus cottages face paying up to 28% Capital Gains Tax – but they could slash this by investing the profits into an Enterprise Investment Scheme. (more…)
Growers need to focus on maximising grape and wine quality after a difficult start to the year, with late frosts damaging yields in some areas. (more…)
Infrastructure, soils, global markets and business management are vital elements to the rural economy, and delegates will get a fresh insight into each at this year’s Central Association of Agricultural Valuers’ AGM. (more…)