CLA East

We are pleased to announce that @Farmer_Tom_UK has been voted in as the new chairman of the Bedfordshire and Cambridgeshire branch committee of The CLA. Read the full story here > cla.org.uk/cla-east-news/…

Looking forward to the @EssexYFC Show this Sunday (17 May)! Join @CLAEast for a free BBQ lunch hosted by @geppsolicitors (12:30–2:30pm) or message me to meet. Also keen for @CLAtweets members to join MP roundtables on rural challenges & opportunities🌾 #RuralPowerhouse

🚜🌱 Farm Walk | 19 May, Caxton
Join @CLAEast at Pastures Farm with Nuffield Scholar @thospearson. Explore regenerative farming, agroforestry, compost biology, nutrient efficiency & local food systems – plus supper from local produce!
👉 lnkd.in/eH4BqE8R

The damaging impacts of tax changes on woodlands. 🌳 According to new survey, IHT changes could impact domestic timber supply, carbon storage and nature recovery, with nearly 60% of foresters saying they are now less likely to create new woodland: cla.org.uk/news/majority-…

We're back at the Suffolk Show next month. We'll have a range of events taking place in our marquee across the two days. Find out more > cla.org.uk/cla-east-news/…

New licence announced to manage rocketing deer numbers. 🦌 To tackle overpopulation, a new class licence to shoot #deer at night has been introduced which could help protect economic and environmental interests in the countryside. Discover more here: cla.org.uk/news/new-licen…

"A system that cannot stop a cow cannot stop a criminal." The CLA's Ann Maidment exposes 'ridiculous' government licensing system that lets criminals fly-tip. 👇 dailymail.co.uk/news/article-1…

Norfolk members: A great chance to have your rural business recognised. Get your entries in for the Norfolk Rural Business Awards by April 21. norfolk.gov.uk/article/55315/…

Our phone lines will be temporarily down on the morning of Thursday 26 March as part of planned work. Please contact east@cla.org.uk during this period for urgent enquiries.

Our Summer Visits and AGMs are filling up fast. We'd strongly recommend you book early to avoid disappointment. You will find details here > members.cla.org.uk/MY-CLA/Events

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/…

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-…