Bateman Hosegood yesterday attended the online CAAV/BURGESS SALMON 2020 Conference.

We have been updated on current salient topics for our clients farming businesses including:-

• Much needed clarity under DEFRA’S new Sustainable Farming Transition Plan to 2024.
• Issues surrounding the potentially restrictive Environment Bill (to gain Royal Assent around Easter).
• The upcoming Planning Whitepaper and future changes and issues for rural areas.
• Changes brought about by the New Agriculture Bill.
• Succession, plus associated taxation and trust matters.
• Future Stewardship Scheme changes and markets for our produce.

Notes to follow with further information.