CLA comments on:- 'Farm Profitability Review'

THE CLA (Country Land and Business Association) has commented on the publishing of the Baroness Minette Batters' independent Farming Profitability Review, in the lead up to Christmas and the new Year. The review highlights the need for closer collaboration between farming, industry and Government, and greater clarity and certainty for farm businesses looking to grow and invest. While the Government will respond to the Review's findings, action is already under way to give farm businesses the stability they need to plan ahead and invest.

CLA President Gavin Lane said:- "As this report highlights, profitability across the sector is perilously slim, with farmers battling high input costs, low commodity prices and volatile weather conditions. Many farm businesses are marginal or loss making, yet will soon be hit with unaffordable inheritance tax bills, which in many cases will dwarf their annual profit. We welcome Minette Batters' conclusions and urge the Government to work with the industry to build profitable, self-sustaining farm businesses, otherwise food production and nature recovery will be put at even greater risk. Now is the time for urgent action. We need a stable policy environment, clarity on farming schemes, real planning reform and a recognition that a joined up approach to rural affairs is desperately needed across Government."

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CLA comments on:- 'Farm Profitability Review'

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