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Farming Matters: Brian Richardson – "Let's hope there are good returns for farmers in 2026"

This week's opinion from throughout the world of agriculture: Brian Richardson, head of agriculture, Virgin Money

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As the year comes to an end, most farmers will look back at 2025 with some despondency, given the challenge of Inheritance Tax (IHT) overhanging the industry, uncertainty over future support mechanisms...

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