Diversification

With the new Labour Government keen to boost renewable energy production, HCR Hewitson's Emily Pumfrey takes a look at the legal implications of the diversification opportunities

The passing of what has come to be known as 'Clarkson's Clause' following the media personality's campaigning could ease the path to diversification, according to Shakespeare Martineau

The annual conference for the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV) recently took place with an overarching them of ‘More from Less – Land for Food and the Environment'

It has been a tough year for accommodation diversifications but some farm businesses have thrived despite the economic conditions

With the traditional cider sector under pressure in the UK, Herefordshire farmer Paul Stephens is looking to keep the industry alive.

The changes will allow people to create more residential dwellings as well as open new diversifications

More than half of travellers have research or booked a trip based on a TV show or film

The Government is extending permitted development rights to give farmers greater freedoms to diversify and convert agricultural buildings for commercial uses

Spreading the risk among various on-farm enterprises has been a winning strategy for Staffordshire based Lower Drayton Farm