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The champions for rural land and business. The leading membership body for owners of land, property and businesses in rural England and Wales.
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Every rural business has a story. Is yours being heard? 📣
Bookings are now live for the 2026 𝗖𝗟𝗔 𝗥𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲, where storytelling will be centre stage.
Our flagship event of the year - returning to the QEII Centre in London on Thursday 19 November - will explore how landing your story can become a powerful tool for growth, helping rural businesses build stronger brands, influence decision-makers and connect with customers.
Find out more, secure your place early and learn how to make your story work harder for your business: members.cla.org.uk/MY-CLA/Ev…
#RBC26
SFI26 Window 2: the figures, the impact and the next steps for farmers. 🚜
In the aftermath of the #SFI26 submission scramble, we analyse its impact on those who applied and examine the changes needed to rebuild confidence in future environmental schemes: cla.org.uk/news/sfi26-window…
"A first-come, first-served dash is a lottery, not a policy." 🌱
CLA President Gavin Lane shares his thoughts on the #SFI26 scramble with @FarmersWeekly readers: fwi.co.uk/news/opinion/opini…
#SFI #agriculture #farming
The National Forestry Conference is back, bringing together #forestry professionals, landowners and industry leaders from across the UK.🌳
Join us on Wednesday 7 October at @NewburyRacing for fresh insights on timber markets, woodland resilience and more: members.cla.org.uk/MY-CLA/Ev…
"The budget disappeared so quickly that it left an inequitable system of 'haves' and 'have-nots' purely on the basis of how quickly they can click a button."
In the wake of the #SFI26 window closure, we discuss the future of environmental schemes and the next steps for farmers: youtube.com/watch?v=Wyida86M…
Our @CLAtweets Deputy Pres. Joe Evans' update on the CLA's actions to address the #SFI26 debacle when he provide updates at both our Lancashire (13 Oct) & Cumbria (14 Oct) Branch AGMs.
Don't miss out - register by 5 Oct.
Details & registration links: bit.ly/4rvQSoi
Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier opens up to more applicants. 🌱
Changes to the #CSHT are creating new opportunities for landowners to access funding for environmental projects.
Learn who may be eligible and how to prepare for future applications: cla.org.uk/news/countryside-…
Ever wondered where the original 'Wonderwall' is? Meet the working family farm that struck a chord with music history. 🤘
Oasis, Coldplay, Queen and many more have recorded at the iconic Rockfield Studios near Monmouth.
Get backstage access to its story: cla.org.uk/news/sowing-the-s…
"This has been a scramble for thousands of farmers desperately trying not to be left behind." 🌾
We react on a stressful day for farmers yesterday, with £233m of #SFI26 money being fully allocated in a matter of hours: cla.org.uk/news/233m-of-sfi2…
Window 2 of the Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026 (SFI26) closed at 15:48. Thank you to everyone who took the time to submit an application.
Read the Defra farming blog for more information: defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/202…
Country Land & Business Assn retweeted
A stunning day for our Sussex AGM, hosted at @KneppWildlandFd. Great to have another full event, lots of food for thought as we toured the estate and heard about its journey as a rewilding pioneer.
Thanks to @SavillsRuralUK @Savills @adamsandremers for supporting #CLA @CLAtweets
We can confirm that around 25% of the Window 2 budget for SFI26 has now been allocated, based on applications received so far.
Read the Defra farming blog for more information: defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/202…
Make sure your farm is ready for #SFI26:
cla.org.uk/news/sfi26-what-y…
SFI 2026 Window 2 is open 🌾
Eligible farmers and land managers can apply for a share of £233 million to support food production, improve the environment and strengthen their businesses.
Find out more about SFI, check if you're eligible and apply here: defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/202…
Country Land & Business Assn retweeted
Today thousands of farmers are trying to access #SFI26 while drilling crops & running businesses.
Farmers want to produce food and deliver environmental outcomes. What they need from government is certainty, stability and confidence to invest.
@CLAEast @CLAtweets
Country Land & Business Assn retweeted
Farmers in England affected by Bluetongue disease can apply for funding for vet visits through the Animal Health and Welfare Pathway.
Visits can include advice on BTV-3 risks and prevention, checks for clinical signs and wider animal health and welfare.
gov.uk/guidance/farmers-how-…
Country Land & Business Assn retweeted
Great to catch up with @_CallumAnderson MP with @CLAtweets members.
- Should fast food outlets print reg plates on packaging, to tackle litter?
- How can we incentivise turning empty premises into housing?
- Several examples of how the planning system is hampering business growth
A shake-up for planning powers: what's at stake for rural communities? 🔀
Plans are in place to give mayors greater influence over #planning decisions, a move that will reshape housing, infrastructure and strategic development across England. Learn more: cla.org.uk/news/what-new-may…
"I think the tax is bad politics and bad policy."
CLA President Gavin Lane speaks out about the #FamilyFarmTax.
"We presented data which showed how big the impact would be and we knew it was going to be much greater than the government let on." 👇
telegraph.co.uk/business/202…
@CathCrowtherCLA caught up with @OrchardSteve this week to discuss the opening of the second application window of SFI. Listen to the chat via @LincsSound on Sunday morning at 7am. Or catch up after the broadcast on the podcast: lincssound.com/farming/
📷 Join us...@CLAtweets Cumbria Branch AGM at @GowbarrowSam Hall Farm on 14 Oct , hosted by Claire and Sam Beaumont on the shores of Ullswater.
With CLA Dep. Pres. Joe Evans - supported by @GSC_Grays & @HDSolicitors
Unmissable! More info: bit.ly/4hgPC3L
