The High Court has fast-tracked a judicial review of the government’s decision to impose inheritance tax on farming families. It follows claims that the government acted unlawfully by introducing major reforms to long-standing tax reliefs after only a limited technical consultation – despite the wide impact on family farms... Read more

Preparations are under way for Open Farm Sunday – which is celebrating 20 years of connecting people with sustainable farming and food production. This year’s event takes place on 7 June 2026 – with thousands of people expected to visit farmers across the country to learn how their food... Read more

More must be done to ensure farmers have availability to adequate water, the NFU has warned. Much of the country remains in drought following last summer. In fact, some 68% of NFU members say that they’ve seen an increase in drought – and 56% say they’ve seen an increase... Read more

The Norfolk Farming Conference returns to the county showground next month with a programme that reflects a sector under pressure but keen to shape its own future. Taking place on Tuesday 10 February 2026 at the Norfolk Events Centre, the one-day event is expected to attract around 350 delegates.... Read more

Machinery importer J Riley Beet Harvesters will hold its biennial working demonstration this month in Norfolk. The popular event is widely regarded as unmissable for those involved in sugar beet harvesting and the wider industry, as well as being an enjoyable day out with a now legendary hog roast.... Read more

Opportunities to generate additional farm income will top the agenda at a key county conference this month. The biannual Farming Conference will take place on Wednesday 28 January at Trinity Park, Ipswich. The one-day event is being organised by the Suffolk Agricultural Association, Fram Farmers and Scrutton Bland. Hundreds... Read more

Growers and livestock producers are being encouraged to throw off the shackles and forge their own destiny. “Change is not optional,” says Louise Manning, author of the 2026 Oxford Farming Conference Report. “To thrive, not merely survive, UK agriculture must become agile, robust and opportunity driven.” The report is... Read more

DSV UK takes a strong position on the AHDB 2026/27 Recommended List with the new provisional Group 1 wheat Arlington joining the line-up and hybrid oilseed rape Dompteur the highest-yielding OSR variety on the list. Combining outstanding yield and excellent grain quality, Arlington offers significant potential for UK growers... Read more

Hundreds of well-wishers celebrated the life of Norfolk farmer David Richardson at a public service of thanksgiving last month. Mr Richardson died in August. The memorial service for the veteran journalist and broadcaster brought more than 500 friends, family members and colleaguesto theRoyal Norfolk Showground on Friday, 14 November.... Read more

Farm productivity could double with the right policy framework, say agricultural suppliers – but progress is being hampered by the lack of a clear, coordinated government strategy. Speaking at last month’s Agricultural Industries Confederation conference, AIC chairman Jonathan Lane said the sector was already demonstrating resilience, investment and innovation... Read more