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Tree planting initiatives must not be exploited by super rich landowners to the detriment of food production, a Worshipful Company of Farmers virtual question time was told.

Sellers have been reluctant to come forward in 2020 but there has been interest from buyers, particularly from lifestyle buyers

The TFA have also urged tenants to be careful what they sign in new farm business tenancy agreements, even where it looks as if they may have access

A farmer has voiced his distress at the ’bullying’ tactics employed by consultants carrying out unauthorised preparatory work for a major water company on his land.

A farmer has voiced his frustration at being unable to grow his beef business due to planning application issues with his local council.

For farmers it’s a novelty to have your hometown in the news. Even rarer to see bits of your farm in the papers.

Protections on areas such as greenbelt in the Government’s new planning policy will allow for consideration of appropriate development, according to Branwen Evans, deputy director of planning policy and reform, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.

Adding value to every acre and collaboration were key areas for farmers looking to future-proof their businesses ahead of the major changes coming down the track. 

Forestry land, either already planted or suitable for planting, is continuing to rise in value.

Second homes, holiday lets and the availability of affordable property for rural residents are in the spotlight in Wales and Scotland.