At the Oxford Farming conference today, Emma Reynolds, Environment Secretary, has made a welcome announcement with regard to the future of SFI. She has confirmed that DEFRA will open 2 application win...

What is a Tree Safety Survey A Tree Safety Survey is an assessment of the health and condition of trees within a defined survey area to identify any potential hazards, usually through a Visual Tree As...

DEFRA have this morning (15th October 2025) announced that farmers with Countryside Stewardship Mid-Tier agreements due to expire this year will be offered a one year extension.  This will allow ...

Commercial leases in rural areas are evolving. As farms and estates diversify into new income streams - from farm shops and offices to repurposed agricultural buildings and holiday lets - the rules go...

The long-awaited opening of the Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier Scheme is now upon us. It is a glimmer of good news for those who have been lucky enough to be invited to apply for a scheme. DEFRA ...