Farming News

Renewable Energy Schemes

Posted in Farming News on January 19th, 2011 by Sophie Howard – Comments Off
Renewable Energy

 Many of our agricultural clients are considering an investment in renewable energy systems such as wind turbines, solar panels etc and are looking for some independent advice.

We attach an article from David Powell of Fisher German Chartered Surveyors that highlight some of the key issues for farmers and landowners.

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Tax Alert – Capital Expenditure

Posted in Farming News, Taxation Matters on November 12th, 2010 by Jonathan Crowther – Comments Off

Changes lie ahead to the way in which tax relief is claimed on capital expenditure – planning is essential over the next 2 years as tax reliefs are erroded to help correct the well publicised budget deficit!

Jonathan Crowther summarises the new regime…

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Are Feed in Tariffs really tax free?

Posted in Farming News on November 5th, 2010 by Sophie Howard – Comments Off

For anyone looking at investing in solar panels or wind turbines, the information is very misleading, so beware!

With many farmers now considering this type of investment in an eligible energy source where Feed in Tariffs are available it is important to consider the tax consequences.  Sophie Howard considers the tax position … 

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Furnished Holiday Lettings

Posted in Farming News, Taxation Matters on April 21st, 2010 by Sophie Howard – 2 Comments

Original Article by Sophie Howard – November 2009 (see comments for updates)

In the April 2009 Budget it was announced that the rules for furnished holiday lettings (FHL) in the UK would be withdrawn in April 2010, but what does this really mean for landlords?

Sophie Howard ACA, our Agricultural Manager, takes a look at the implication for farmers and other owners of furnished holiday property.

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Young Farmers on a mission

Posted in Farming News on April 16th, 2010 by Jonathan Crowther – Comments Off

Tom Goodwin

We are pleased to be sponsoring Tom Goodwin, the Worcester YFC County Chairman who is taking on a ‘Quad Challenge’ from John O’Groats to Land’s End .  

It is in aid of Acorns Children’s Hospice and Diabetes UK. 

Anyone wishing to pledge a donation should call the YFC on 01905 621616.