Farm Management

We’re pleased to share with you our Yield Summary for 2025. This is a free publication detailing conclusions and learnings from harvest. We have analysed results across a breadth of crops, using a significant Ceres Rural dataset built over the last five years. The objective is to provide you with an independent view of crop […]

Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here. For a printer-friendly version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication. A ‘PLUS‘ version of this publication is now available to […]

At Ceres Group, we’re proud to support and champion young talent in the rural sector. Many of our team members are actively involved in Young Farmers Clubs – from organising local shows and serving on executive committees to mentoring others and promoting rural careers. As we celebrate National Young Farmers’ Week 2025, we take a […]

Last week, Ceres Rural attended the Agroforestry Show in Maple Cross and came away with some valuable insights into emerging systems and funding opportunities. Here’s a summary of the most relevant points.    Agroforestry in Pasture: Forage and Shelter  Agroforestry systems that integrate trees into pasture offer multiple benefits:  Trees can provide high-quality forage, especially […]

As we move into the latter half of the year, the agronomy landscape continues to be shaped by unpredictable weather patterns and shifting input markets. With an early harvest behind us and autumn preparations underway, we explore the current state of cultivations, crop establishment, and input planning. From blackgrass control to OSR resilience, we take […]

Across the UK, organic flour consumption is on the rise, driven by a growing trend among homemade sourdough enthusiasts and artisan bakeries. Consumers cite health considerations, environmental impact, and a preference for transparent ingredients as key motivators. For flour mills, obtaining organic certification is both a compliance requirement and a strategic business opportunity. Certification Organic […]

As rural and agricultural business advisors, we welcome the opportunity to review the government’s recently published draft legislation outlining changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR), released as part of the upcoming Finance Bill. These reforms represent a significant shift in the Inheritance Tax (IHT) landscape for landowners, farmers, and business […]

Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, from policy and grant funding, to administrative updates and key market information. Read the update here. For a printer-friendly version, click here. Please consider the environment before printing this publication. A ‘PLUS‘ version of this publication is now available to […]

As we mark Farm Safety Week—an initiative led by the Farm Safety Foundation —it’s a timely reminder that safety on farms is a year-round responsibility. However, it becomes especially critical during harvest, when many businesses employ new people to support operations, and various areas of risk are either heightened or newly introduced. This often includes students […]