Farmers in Germany report a significant decline in earnings, down 29% to an average of €77,500, following a year marked by protests for better conditions. High costs of energy, plant protection, and fertilizers are major concerns, while a call for…
Farmers in the UK are protesting against upcoming inheritance tax changes, urging Prime Minister Keir Starmer to consult them before implementing the policy. Despite claims that most farmers will remain unaffected, leaders from the National Farmers’ Union argue that many…
A European Commission proposal could end 45 years of strict protections for wolves in Europe, allowing individual EU countries to set annual quotas for wolf culls. As the wolf population has reportedly surged from 11,000 in 2012 to over 20,000…
Matthew and Liz Staley, who manage a hill farm in Mallerstang Valley, face severe financial challenges due to proposed cuts to the Basic Payments Scheme by the Labour government. The scheme, which supports many farmers, will see payments reduced by…
The UK government’s recent budget proposal to introduce inheritance tax on agricultural assets over £1 million has sparked heated discussions among farmers and government officials. Farmers’ groups claim the changes could affect up to 70,000 farms, while government estimates suggest…
A 51-year-old farmer was discovered deceased in his field in Xerokampos, Lasithi, after failing to return home, prompting concern from his family. Emergency responders confirmed his death upon arrival at the scene. Initial indications suggest that the cause may be…
Farmers in the UK are protesting against recent inheritance tax reforms affecting agricultural assets, which they claim could hit up to 70,000 farms. The changes, effective from April 2026, introduce a 20% tax on assets exceeding £1 million. While the…
Tensions are escalating in France as farmers resume protests against the Office Français de la Biodiversité (OFB), blaming them for increased pressure and feeling like criminals due to the agency’s police-like enforcement of environmental regulations. Farmers demand simplified norms and…
Farming minister Daniel Zeichner urged farmers to remain calm regarding new inheritance tax plans that would affect heirs of land valued over £1 million. While protests are expected, Zeichner emphasized that fewer than 500 farms annually would be impacted. He…
A devastating farming accident in Oranmore, Co Galway, led to the death of a 19-year-old man yesterday evening. The victim, who was a passenger on a tractor, fell while it was moving between farm locations, resulting in severe injuries. Emergency…
