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The agricultural sector braces for significant upheaval as the much-reported changes to inheritance tax reliefs threaten the viability, and in extreme cases the future, of family farming businesses...

As has been well reported, the Chancellor's Autumn Budget introduced unexpected major reforms to Inheritance Tax (IHT), causing upset within the sector. The government claims they aim to raise funds...

This article appeared originally in The Press and Journal on Saturday 18 January 2025 with some minor edits. The original article as supplied is reproduced below.

It is almost a decade since the...

Running a rural business or estate comes with plenty of costs, and energy bills can be one of the toughest to manage. With prices climbing, finding effective ways to cut back without affecting your...

Running a farm or estate comes with its fair share of challenges and renewing your energy contract might feel like just another task on the list. But overlooking the details can lead to higher costs...

Pathhead Farm operates an equestrian centre, livery, holiday lets and café/farm shop providing a joyful and exciting experience for anyone who wants to give horse riding a go. Located in the heart of...

Beth Millar is a newly appointed manager at Jacksons at Jedburgh Farm, starting her journey in 2023 within the front of house team. Her enthusiasm, work ethic and drive to succeed rocketed her to a...

Peacehill Farm is a family farming company based on the fertile banks of River Tay, producing cereals, potatoes, vegetables, chickens, pigs and cattle. In addition, a significant investment was made...

Susie Walker-Munro of Walker-Munro Farms planted a small crop of tea in 2007 in a move to diversify their Angus farm and in 2015, her 100% pure Scottish black tea was launched in Edinburgh.

Having...

David Fuller-Shapcott farms Sweethope Farm at Bothwell near Kelso in the Scottish Borders and has been involved with numerous trials over the years to understand how he can improve the efficiency of...