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Hundreds of farmers took their tractors to London today to attend a protest that aims at highlighting the current threats to British farming.    

Over 50 tractors are taking part in the ‘slow-go’ farming protest in Suffolk today to show their disapproval of the latest governmental policies, including changes to the inheritance tax reliefs. 

The government has said a ‘new and improved’ Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier Scheme will open in 2025, following delays.

Even more farmers will be affected by the government’s changes to inheritance tax than expected, according to further analysis by the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV).  

Jeremy Clarkson has recently informed his fans that he was forced to close Diddly Squat Farm Shop due to damage caused by Storm Darragh. 

Farmers from across East Anglia will take part in a ‘go-slow’ protest to show their frustration with changes announced at the Autumn Budget. 

Nine cows from a Cornish farm have been killed during Storm Darragh. 

Campaigners Save British Farming and Fairness for Farmers have confirmed details regarding a tractor farmers’ protest that will take place this Wednesday, 11th December in London. 

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The recent Budget announcements sent shockwaves through many rural businesses across the UK, with the latest data showing that the drastic reduction of the Basic Payment Scheme will have the biggest impact on farmers in less favoured areas. 

A non-binding Conservative motion against the family farm tax has been voted down by 339 votes to 181.

Farmers have been urged to be careful while working outside in difficult conditions as the Met Office issues new amber and yellow warnings for downpour and strong winds this weekend.