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Farming & Agriculture

Farming & Agriculture

Dog Walking Fields: A new opportunity for farm diversification

The search for reliable, weather-proof income streams has led many farmers to look beyond traditional arable and livestock enterprises. One of the fastest-growing trends is the private-hire dog walking field. Converting an underused paddock into a secure dog park can turn low-yielding land into a high-margin cash generator. However, moving land out of traditional agricultural […]

Our farm is our family. We don’t need any employment contracts

This phrase is one of the most dangerous assumptions in any business. It is especially true if you are running a family farm on trust and goodwill alone. A significant number of farming and rural businesses are family run enterprises. In many of these cases the only employees are members of the family. These arrangements […]

The Hidden Legal Risks of Tax Planning in Agriculture.

For many farming families, the land is more than just an asset; it is a legacy. With Inheritance Tax (IHT) thresholds often failing to keep pace with rising land values, it is perfectly natural to look for ways to protect that legacy. Strategies such as transferring land into a trust, a family partnership, or gifting […]

Supporting Businesses and Landowners with legal advice

Property remains one of the most significant investments individuals, families and businesses will ever make. Whether expanding business premises, investing in development opportunities, or managing agricultural land, the right legal guidance makes all the difference. At Ware & Kay, our specialist solicitors help clients across the region navigate an increasingly complex and evolving property landscape. […]

Why farming families need a Solicitor-Drafted Partnership Agreement 

For a farming family, the land is more than just an asset; it is a legacy, a home, and a livelihood rolled into one. However, the unique overlap between domestic life and commercial operations makes agricultural businesses particularly vulnerable to the fallout of a family dispute. While many farms have operated as partnerships for generations […]

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