CLA East

In her latest column, CLA East Director @CathCrowtherCLA says it is important to recognise the resilience of rural businesses and the role they play in supporting the UK economy, against a backdrop of multiple challenges. cla.org.uk/cla-east-news/…

Date for your diaries - Small farm / new entrant SFI drop in, 8th July, location TBC Please spread the word ! Photo - Sarah Pynn

FARMERS: I’m meeting with the new chief exec of the RPA this morning. What should I be sharing and what should I be asking?

Today we welcome Juliet Stephens (Jules) as our new CLA East Rural Surveyor. Jules has a wealth of experience having worked previously at Bidwells, Brooks Leney and Maxey Grounds. She is here to help our members with all their land management and rural business enquiries.

Open your gates for #OFS26 and build real trust with your community. 94% of visitors leave understanding nature‑friendly farming better, and 92% say it boosts trust in British agriculture. Your story matters. Join us on 7 June. farmsunday.org

Save the dates. Bookings will open in mid-March for our summer visits and AGMs. Find out where we'll be going and when. cla.org.uk/cla-east-news/…

Later this month: Ben Fitzherbert will be the guest speaker at @CLAtweets' next #London Branch event, giving a glimpse into life at Swynnerton - and the impact HS2 has had. More: members.cla.org.uk/MY-CLA/Events/… Hosted by @WedlakeBell #CLA @CLANorth @CLAEast @CLAMidlands @CLASouthWest

"The current system is broken" CLA members have their say on the latest fly-tipping figures for England. 👇 Read more here: lnkd.in/eWYXyKpS #flytipping

Fresh updates to Sustainable Farming Incentive announced by Defra. 🚜 CLA President Gavin Lane has expressed his approval of the latest #farming updates, but warns governing bodies not to limit the potential of #farmers. Learn more: cla.org.uk/news/sfi-strea… #SFI

This week we have welcomed Duncan Abel as our regional sales manager, to cover Helen Wright's maternity leave. We send our best wishes to Helen and her family. Find out more about Duncan here: cla.org.uk/people/duncan-…

By opening up and talking to someone - even for a moment - it can help lighten the load. 💬 So many people in the British countryside face lonely work, heavy financial pressure and stress that they carry quietly. As part of #MindYourHead week, CLA President Gavin Lane shares his thoughts for rural communities. #MentalHealthMatters

Sadly, the leading cause of death in under 55's in the UK is suicide. It's a powerful reminder for us all to think about our own mental wellbeing and reach out to those who may need support. 🤝 The CLA fully supports @yellowwelliesuk's 9th annual #MindYourHead week this week and encourages anyone with questions or concerns to get in touch with the @samaritans or one of the many good causes that can help. #mentalhealthmatters

Our regional director @CathCrowtherCLA was in Lincolnshire last week meeting members including @unclehenrysLinc. A farming business with a range of successful diversifications

Our political engagement for 2026 is already underway. Our director @cathcrowther met with North East Hertfordshire Labour MP @CHinchliffMP, and West Suffolk Conservative MP @NJ_Timothy, in separate meetings on Friday to discuss key issues facing our members.

How will the latest changes to #inheritancetax reliefs impact you? 💭 Check out our newly updated #IHT guide for rural families & businesses - answering your most frequently asked questions about APR & BPR changes. Read our FAQs page here: cla.org.uk/news/changes-t… #FamilyFarmTax

The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) scheme will finally re-open to some farms this summer, Defra has confirmed. The CLA has welcomed the update, as well as news that the popular Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme is to be extended by a further three years. More: bit.ly/4sAWfmg

Breckland Council is to hold its first 'Big Breckland Breakfast' to bring together people from across the district's farming and rural communities for a morning of conversation, connection, and support.

Don’t miss your chance to hear from some of the most influential voices in farming - join our exclusive webinar with Baroness Minette Batters & CLA President Gavin Lane. 🚜 Register for our free webinar tomorrow, 11am Weds 7 Jan, to discover the key findings from the Farming Profitability Review: @6f658729-6955-4900-9ce4-4c324705ae5f" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/16a338a0… #farming

The annual Farm Business Updates, which we deliver in partnership with a range of organisations, begin next week. They'll include a wide range of industry updates and are well worth attending. cla.org.uk/cla-east-news/…

An update following @CLAtweets campaigning for more than a year. #Inheritance tax reliefs threshold to rise to £2.5m for farmers and businesses. gov.uk/government/new…