Farmland Market Update
Agricultural land prices in the North West area, particularly Cumbria, have demonstrated notable movement over recent years, reflecting the broader economic trends and regional differences. This artic...
Farmers' Guide to Capital Grants - Enhance your SFI Projects
With over 100 new actions due to be launched under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) expanded offer for 2024, it is beneficial to review potential capital works under the Countryside Stewardship...
Westmorland and Furness Local Plan
Consultation 8th July - 9th September 2024 The changing of the guard at Whitehall has begun in earnest. The Planning & Housing department as of yesterday (8th July) are pushing planning autho...
Make woodlands work for you: An update on grant funding for existing woodland
A Woodland Management Plan (WMP) is the first key step in not only securing the necessary felling and thinning consents to manage woodland/forestry for the duration of the WMP (10 years), but al...
Expansion of Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI): Published May 21, 2024
The announcement of the expanded and improved Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) brings further opportunities for farmers and landowners. The expanded Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme is due to o...