Agriculture Seminar – Case Study
A case study following our agricultural seminar.
Service Category Archives
Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 – upcoming changes to the succession rules
In accordance with the Agriculture Act 2020, the eligibility and suitability tests under the Agricultural Holdings Act 1986 (“AHA 1986”) are changing with effect from 01 September 2024.
Can Labour deliver more agricultural mutuals & co-operatives?
With a new Government crossing the threshold at Number Ten this week, head of our agricultural sector, Esther Woolford, discusses how Labour will make their pledge to double the number of agricultural co-operatives and mutuals a reality.
Is the land a partnership asset? The all-too common question explored
Without clear documentation, it can be difficult to ascertain how the land is held as in both scenarios the partnership is likely to be permitted to use the land.
How the UK’s relentless rain is affecting growers contracts
The NFU has indicated that harvest prospects are predicted to be lower than average for many growers in England. Some businesses will be concerned that they will not be able to fulfil their contractual obligations, as a result.
How to make nature recovery pay
BNG is an approach to development and/or land management that aims to leave the natural environment for wildlife in a measurably better state than it was beforehand.
Farm Business Structures Part 5: How do I sell my farming business?
Tom Potts, from our Corporate team discusses key aspects of agricultural business structuring in a series of articles, in this article he looks at how to sell a farming business
Focus on our private property and agriculture team at Clarke Willmott
Clarke Willmott’s team of private property and agricultural specialists possess extensive and well-rounded experience which enables them to provide informed legal advice on every aspect of rural and urban property transactions.
Farm Business Structures Part 4: Do I need a shareholders’ agreement for my farming business?
Tom Potts, from our Corporate team discusses key aspects of agricultural business structuring in a series of articles, in this article he looks at how to incorporate a farming partnership.
Biodiversity Net Gain – requirements for developers have now become law
From 12th February 2024 mandatory biodiversity net gain requirements, part of the Environment Act 2021, became effective meaning that developers must ensure a minimum 10% net gain in biodiversity
Milk contracts are changing – What you need to know
The Fair Dealing Obligations (Milk) Regulations 2024 were introduced recently and are set to bring significant changes for both milk producers and processors.