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Concern mounts as farm business closures hit almost 2,000 this year

New entrants shun sector as agricultural industry hits new low

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According to ONS figures, just 805 new agricultural businesses were created, compared to 1,890 closures in the first quarter of 2025
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According to ONS figures, just 805 new agricultural businesses were created, compared to 1,890 closures in the first quarter of 2025

Less than half of agricultural businesses which have closed their doors this year are being replaced by new entrants, according to new research Publishing its latest Business Births and Deaths Index,...

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