Former Rea Valley Tractors site put up for sale
5th November 2025
The former Rea Valley Tractors site in Shrewsbury has been put up for sale for almost £3,000,000.
Rachel Reeves’s pre-Budget speech ridiculed by the opposition
4th November 2025
Leader of the opposition Kemi Badenoch once again called for the family farm tax to be scrapped and took a swipe at the chancellor’s “laundry list of excuses” ahead of the next Autumn Budget.
Forensic markings to be required on ATVs and GPS units
31st October 2025
The UK government has announced plans to introduce legislation that would require all new ATVs and GPS units to be equipped with forensic markings to deter thieves.
NFU president gives evidence on ‘damaging’ IHT at House of Lords
30th October 2025
NFU president Tom Bradshaw appeared at the House of Lords to give evidence on how the government’s proposed changes to agricultural property relief and business property relief will affect farm businesses.
Rural landlords warned as rental reforms became law
29th October 2025
Rural landlords have been urged to review rented properties on their farms and estates, considering the Renters’ Rights Act, which came into force this week.
Red Tractor appoints new fresh produce and poultry sector chairs
29th October 2025
Red Tractor has announced the appointment of two new sector chairs: Nick Major as chair of the poultry sector board and Veryan Bliss as chair of the fresh produce sector board.
Everything you should know about Day of Unity
29th October 2025
Farmers from across the country are preparing to join the Day of Unity on 24th November to express their dissatisfaction with IHT reforms ahead of the Autumn Budget.
Fifth-generation farmer speaks out about his cancer diagnosis and IHT concerns
27th October 2025
Fifth-generation farmer Charles Rees has opened up about recent cancer diagnosis and his worries about the inheritance tax burden he will pass onto his son, during the latest episode of Countryfile.
Action needed as rising energy costs threaten farming businesses
27th October 2025
NFU has warned that rising energy costs and higher standing charges on business electricity bills are putting major pressure on the supply chain. Without action, these increases could threaten the survival of many farming businesses.
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From grain to dairy: DueTrade teams up with Mill Dairy Service
27th October 2025
After developing an app to help farmers buy and sell grain, software company DueTrade has turned its attention to the dairy sector.
Compulsory purchase code of practice could protect farmers amid new housing development plans
24th October 2025
New homes can be built quicker and with less stress if a compulsory purchase code of practice is introduced, the CLA has argued.
Consumer trust in British farmers hits record high
24th October 2025
Consumer confidence has been rising through the agricultural supply chain and across sectors, with farmers seen as experts who deliver on their promises, the latest AHDB study confirms.
