As farmers prepare for the new agricultural inheritance tax rules, PKF Francis Clark’s head of agriculture Brian Harvey and Devon farmer Andrew Branton cover the theory and practice of what it all means for family farms on Farming Focus™.
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Rural communities are at the heart of Cornish Mutual and we are committed to supporting the farms, businesses and charities around us.
From organising training and fundraising events to volunteering, we have an ambition to create a safe environment for the farming community across the South West.
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28 Aug
From one generation to the next: succession planning and inheritance tax
15 Aug
Finding balance in farming
In a Farming Focus™ episode full of inspiration for farmers and other business owners alike, Pasture for Life’s Nikki Yoxall and Cornish dairy farmer Andrew Brewer joined podcast host Peter Green to reveal how they find balance in their farming lives.
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01 Aug
Does mentorship make better farmers?
In this Farming Focus™ series opener, podcast host Peter Green explores the potential of a mentor and asks if mentoring someone else can be equally beneficial. He’s joined by TwoCan Mentor founder Helen Wyman and Dorset dairy farmer George Holmes to find out more.
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17 Jul
Celebrating farming success
We are delighted to continue our support of the Farm Business Awards in Devon and Cornwall. Run by the Addington Fund, the awards celebrate the success of farmers across the region. Recognising the achievements of local businesses that form the backbone of our community is incredibly important and something we are very proud to champion.
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07 May
Bicton College student crowned Cornish Mutual South West Agricultural Student of the Year
Bicton College student Tia Whitrow has been named Cornish Mutual South West Agricultural Student of the Year. As a prize for this prestigious award, Tia will receive funding to attend a leading agricultural event of her choosing.
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30 Apr
Building a multi-generational moorland legacy
On the southern slopes of Dartmoor, the Cleave family has been farming at Higher Mill Leat Farm for more than three decades. The family-run hill farm blends a traditional farming system with modern methods to create a thriving multi-generational business.
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30 Apr
Growing smarter not bigger
Improving efficiencies and embracing new opportunities has always been Andrew and Nicky Branton’s mindset on their Tiverton dairy farm. But this approach has been reinvigorated since their children Izzy and Matthew joined the business.
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30 Apr
Strength, resilience and determination
Family circumstances brought fifth generation farmer George Greed back to the farm sooner than expected but fortitude and resilience are important on Fortescue Farm, where Jilly, Ed and George have demonstrated their determination to create a sustainable future for the farm.
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09 Apr
New farm trailer sponsored by Cornish Mutual set to support rural education
Cornhill Farm in West Cornwall is expanding its education and community outreach programme thanks to a new farm trailer sponsored partly by farming insurance experts Cornish Mutual.
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