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Pragmatism in Powys: Easing the 182-day tax burden on farm lets

Pragmatism in Powys: Easing the 182-day tax burden on farm lets Policy & schemes

For many Welsh farm businesses, the diversification into holiday lets was pitched as a vital buffer against agricultural volatility. However, the introduction of the 182-day...

Published 15 Apr 2026

Lean But Strong: UK Beef Sector Finds Stability in Changing Times

Lean But Strong: UK Beef Sector Finds Stability in Changing Times

A Sector Tested, But Not Broken After years of turbulence—from Brexit trade realignments and COVID-19 disruptions to input cost inflation and environmental regulation—the UK beef...

Published 2 Aug 2025

The Buzz on British Beekeeping: A Sweet Tradition with Healthful Benefits

The Buzz on British Beekeeping: A Sweet Tradition with Healthful Benefits

Beekeeping in the United Kingdom is a practice steeped in history, playing a crucial role in agriculture, biodiversity, and the economy. Beyond the environmental impact,...

Published 10 Apr 2025

Growers Urged to Take Part in 2025 Planting and Variety Survey to Steer UK Arable Sector

Growers Urged to Take Part in 2025 Planting and Variety Survey to Steer UK Arable Sector

The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) is calling on arable growers across the UK to participate in the 2025 Planting and Variety Survey—a critical...

Published 4 Apr 2025

Toy Tractors and Real Impact: Bedfordshire Farmers Unite for Mental Health Charity

Toy Tractors and Real Impact: Bedfordshire Farmers Unite for Mental Health Charity

What began as a bold visual protest in Westminster—hundreds of colourful toy tractors symbolising the threat to family farms—has found a second life, this time...

Published 28 Mar 2025

Rising Food Costs in the UK: Impact on Farmers and Market Trends

Rising Food Costs in the UK: Impact on Farmers and Market Trends

The latest data reveals that UK food inflation has surged to a five-month high, registering an annual increase of 2.1% in February 2025. This uptick...

Published 4 Mar 2025

UK Farming Product Prices: Trends, Regional Production, and Market Impacts

UK Farming Product Prices: Trends, Regional Production, and Market Impacts

The UK agricultural sector is a complex and dynamic industry influenced by regional production disparities, national market trends, and external economic factors. This article provides...

Published 25 Feb 2025

Consumer Trust in British Farming Reaches Six-Year High: A Boost for the Agricultural Sector

Consumer Trust in British Farming Reaches Six-Year High: A Boost for the Agricultural Sector

In an encouraging development for the agricultural industry, consumer trust in British farming has reached its highest level in six years. According to a recent...

Published 14 Nov 2024

UK Beef Price Surge: Causes, Impacts, and Future Outlook

UK Beef Price Surge: Causes, Impacts, and Future Outlook

The UK beef market is witnessing a significant price surge, driven by a complex mix of supply shortages, increased demand, and international market dynamics. With...

Published 1 Oct 2024

British Farming Awards 2024: Celebrating Excellence and Innovation in UK Agriculture

British Farming Awards 2024: Celebrating Excellence and Innovation in UK Agriculture

The British Farming Awards 2024 is set to take place on October 17, 2024, at The Vox in Birmingham. This prestigious event has become a...

Published 23 Sep 2024

Arla's September Milk Price Increase: Implications for Farmers and Consumers

Arla's September Milk Price Increase: Implications for Farmers and Consumers

Arla Foods, one of the UK’s leading dairy cooperatives, has announced a 0.89 pence per litre (ppl) increase in the on-account price for both conventional...

Published 2 Sep 2024

The Local Food Movement: Why British Consumers Are Choosing Fresh and Local

The Local Food Movement: Why British Consumers Are Choosing Fresh and Local

As we move through 2024, the local food movement in the UK is gaining unprecedented momentum. Increasing numbers of consumers are opting for fresh, local...

Published 23 Aug 2024

Cumbria Gears Up for a Month of Agricultural Showcases

Cumbria Gears Up for a Month of Agricultural Showcases

Cumbria is set to host a series of vibrant agricultural shows this August, celebrating the region's rich farming heritage and rural life. Here's a roundup...

Published 2 Aug 2024

Ripley and Chertsey Agricultural Shows: Highlights and Preparations for August 2024

Ripley and Chertsey Agricultural Shows: Highlights and Preparations for August 2024

Surrey is buzzing with anticipation as two of its most beloved agricultural shows prepare to welcome visitors in August. The Ripley Show, scheduled for Sunday,...

Published 1 Aug 2024

The Evolving Landscape of Chicken Prices in the UK: An Analysis and Forecast

The Evolving Landscape of Chicken Prices in the UK: An Analysis and Forecast

Over the past five years, the price of chicken in the UK has experienced significant fluctuations due to a variety of factors. This analysis examines...

Published 30 Jul 2024

Standard Pig Price Decline Impacts Farmers

Standard Pig Price Decline Impacts Farmers

The EU-spec standard pig price (SPP) has recently experienced a significant decline, posing substantial challenges for UK pig farmers. This drop, which more than cancels...

Published 29 Jul 2024

First Milk Increases Member Milk Price to 41.0ppl

First Milk Increases Member Milk Price to 41.0ppl

Supporting Dairy Farmers Amid Rising Costs First Milk, a leading dairy cooperative in the UK, has announced a significant increase in its member milk price....

Published 19 Jul 2024

Significant Decline in Farming Incomes in England

Significant Decline in Farming Incomes in England

Farming incomes in England have experienced a significant decline, dropping by over £1 billion last year. According to the latest government statistics, the Total Income...

Published 19 Jul 2024

UK Agricultural Goods Prices: Trends and Predictions

UK Agricultural Goods Prices: Trends and Predictions

Historical Data (2019-2023) The agricultural goods prices in the UK have shown significant fluctuations over the past five years due to various factors such as...

Published 17 Jul 2024

New Initiative in Berkshire to Combat Rising Input Costs

New Initiative in Berkshire to Combat Rising Input Costs

Farmers in Berkshire are facing increasing pressure due to rising input costs and fluctuating market prices. To address these challenges, a new initiative has been...

Published 17 Jul 2024

Mole Valley Farmers Posts Significant Trading Loss

Mole Valley Farmers Posts Significant Trading Loss

The UK agricultural supply business, Mole Valley Farmers, has reported a group operating loss of £7.6 million for the fiscal year ending 30 September 2023....

Published 15 Jul 2024

Economic and Market Dynamics: Resilience in UK Agriculture

Economic and Market Dynamics: Resilience in UK Agriculture

The UK agricultural sector continues to demonstrate remarkable resilience in the face of economic fluctuations and market dynamics. Despite the uncertainties brought about by recent...

Published 15 Jul 2024