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Succession planning, strategic clarity and sharper scrutiny of business performance are set to be the priorities for farmers and landowners in 2026

Farmers Guardian takes a look at some of the key dates for farmers in 2026

Farmers Guardian revisits Defra's latest IHT announcement, disease threats and market volatility

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Brian Richardson, head of agriculture, Virgin Money

Lawyers and advisers have warned many farms and estates will still face large bills

Somerset farmer Cameron Kinch broke down in tears on the show earlier this year when after revealing he would use potential winnings to pay an IHT bill. He said Government should now go one step further in doubling the new £2.5m threshold before April next year

Could the Government's decision to raise the Inheritance Tax threshold be the start of a Labour reset with the countryside?

Nigel Farage said the surprise Government decision is an early Christmas present to farmers across the UK, adding that pressure of a rural Labour MP 'mutiny' has helped to secure important changes for farmers

Efra Committee Chair Alistair Carmichael has praised the spirit, endurance, and resilience of farmers in securing IHT changes, but he has berated the Government for not acting on the industry’s concerns sooner

Deputy Editor Alex Black reflects on the impact of the decision to increase APR and BPR thresholds from £1 million to £2.5m