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Spring lambs delight care home residents
Spring lambs were among the strokable visitors putting smiles on the faces of residents at a Wellington dementia care home when a local petting farm came to visit recently.
The Supreme Court’s ruling in the case of Oatly AB v Dairy UK marks “a decisive moment in UK food-labelling law” that will bolster the dairy industry, according to a leading lawyer.
New podcast brings Dorset’s farmers and residents together for honest conversations about nature and local food
Dorset residents now have a new way to tune into life on the land, as a brand-new podcast launches exploring how our county’s farmers, communities and organisations are working together to restore nature and produce local food.
Historic court battle reshapes. the future of farming partnerships
Cobden v Cobden represents a turning point for the British countryside, says Clarke Willmott
Government raises inheritance tax relief for farmers to £2.5 Million
The Government’s decision to increase the inheritance tax (IHT) relief threshold for farmers from £1 million to £2.5 million marks a significant and necessary shift in policy, particularly after months of concern and protest from across the agricultural sector.
New Centre to boost bee conservation in Dorset
This autumn, the picturesque countryside of North Dorset will welcome a new sanctuary for honeybees.
Researcher set to complete epic cycle odyssey across England’s farming heartlands
A researcher who has cycled more than 2,000 miles for her PhD on visions for the future of farming is set to complete her epic journey across England’s diverse agricultural landscapes.
Removing a mast? what landowners need to know
Telecoms masts are increasingly becoming a barrier to redevelopment or urgent building works - and the legal framework for removing them is tightening, according to an expert at national law firm Clarke Willmott.
The Food Supply Chain Fairness Bill and Groceries Code Adjudicator – What farmers need to know
The UK’s food supply chain is undergoing significant changes, with the introduction of the Food Supply Chain Fairness Bill and the strengthening of the Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA).
After months of speculation, the Chancellor has announced changes to Agricultural Property Relief and Business Property Relief. These changes will have a significant impact on estate planning for many farms.
New initiative to restore nature in Dorset gets underway
An exciting new initiative aimed at restoring, enhancing and connecting spaces for nature in Dorset has officially launched.
New low carbon insulation made by South West farm workers could support rural economies
The production of low carbon, plant-based insulating blocks by agricultural workers from farm materials could help to support rural economies and tackle labour shortages, experts believe.
‘We are still seeing too many deaths and injuries in farming', says personal injury lawyer
Following the release of the latest figures from the Health & Safety Executive (HSE), which show farming is the most dangerous profession in the UK, a personal injury lawyer says more needs to be done to keep the industry safe.
Residents relive their youth at Devon County Show
Residents from a specialist dementia care home in Wellington have been reliving happy days from their youth at last weekend’s Devon County Show at the Westpoint Arena and Showground in Clyst St Mary near Exeter.
Natural Academy unveils inspiration behind this year's Chelsea Flower Show design
A Bristol-based not-for-profit has unveiled the inspiration behind its latest RHS Chelsea Flower Show entry, after taking home a silver medal at last year’s event.
High-tech soil science lab secures £574k Good Growth investment
A new high-tech laboratory to help farmers, growers and horticulturalists in Cornwall manage their land and soils more sustainably and productively is being established at the Eden Project.
THE RIGHT TO ROAM: BALANCING LANDOWNERS’ INTERESTS AND PUBLIC ACCESS
The concept of the Right to Roam is deeply rooted in our history.
Agri landlords urged to act now before new bill
Landowners who privately rent properties are being urged to act now before new legislation is introduced which will make it more difficult to evict tenants.