Content related to the sectors: cereals-oilseeds

23 March 2023

Analyst insight: How low could wheat go?

The question at the forefront of most peoples minds at the moment is how low could wheat go? May-23 UK feed wheat futures fell for the sixth consecutive session yesterday to close at £194.00/t, down £5.75/t from Tuesday’s close. New crop futures (Nov-23) also closed down £3.55/t yesterday, settling at £209.00/t.

4 July 2023

Trust

Understanding trusts, the key points around why they suit farm systems, tax implications of this business structure and the benefits to the people involved.

22 March 2023

Rape oil prices to pull rapeseed prices even lower? Grain market daily

Since the start of March, Paris rapeseed (May-23) futures have lost €87.50/t (17%), to yesterday’s close at €441.00/t. So, what has been causing this pressure? Well, fundamentally rapeseed is well supplied globally, and demand concerns rumble on for oil and vegetable oil markets, considering recessionary and financial market concerns globally.

3 July 2023

Limited company

Understanding Limited Companies, the key points around why they suit farm systems, tax implications of this business structure and the benefits to the people involved.

3 July 2023

Farming partnership

Understanding partnerships, the key points around why they suit farm systems, tax implications of this business structure and the benefits to the people involved.

3 July 2023

Sole trader

Understanding sole trading, the key points around why it suits farm systems, tax implications of this business structure and the benefits to the person involved.

3 July 2023

Farm business structures

Whether starting a new business or planning changes in a current one, the structure of your business is important to consider. With the agricultural productivity taskforce, we list below common structures and an overview of their implications.

12 December 2024

Planning for retirement

It is never too soon to plan for retirement. Whether you are thinking of retiring soon or not for many years it is worth reviewing your costs and income streams to understand how much you need and how much you can afford.

29 March 2023

What happens if?

Thinking about negative life events can feel unpleasant but, unfortunately, they are a fact of life. Having a plan of action for if or when these occurrences arise is essential to minimise the impact on yourself and your business.

20 June 2023

Business models in farming

Wherever you may be in your farming career you could need to consider which business models are the best fit for your requirements.

21 March 2023

European winter crops faring well despite dryness concerns: Grain market daily

Recently markets have been reacting to updates from the Black Sea region, as well as Southern Hemisphere production. However, as we move towards harvest 2023, focus is turning to the development of Northern Hemisphere crops.

21 March 2023

Trade deals in discussion

As a result of the UK leaving the EU, the way we trade with other countries and trading blocs has changed. The UK is now in control of its own trade deals, tariffs, and future opportunities in trade.