Editor, Author at Environmental Farmers Group

EFG and Velcourt host EFG Soil Carbon Event at Fonthill Farms

by EditorNews 5 June 202622 June 2026Comments are Disabled

EFG’s Soil Carbon event was attended by over 50 EFG farmers last night at Fonthill Farms, EFG Update (Digby Sowerby, EFG Managing Director) Digby opened with an update of EFG progress, covering EFG’s current activity in BNG, nutrient mitigation, and soil carbon markets. Digby determined the reasons why working with EFG on soil carbon is worth considering: Both of EFG’s recommended providers, Ecometric and Regenerate Outcomes, adopt a …

What the New HMRC Natural Capital Tax Guidance Means for Farmers

by EditorNews 19 May 202622 June 2026Comments are Disabled

After a long period of uncertainty, HMRC has published clear guidance on how payments from ecosystem service markets will be taxed. If you’re involved in, or thinking about, Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG), nutrient credits, woodland carbon or peatland carbon, here’s what you need to know. What’s Covered? The guidance covers four schemes: BNG, nutrient neutrality, the Woodland Carbon Code and the Peatland Code. …

Sponsor showcase – Hutchinsons

by EditorNews 28 April 202628 April 2026Comments are Disabled

‘Hutchinsons works alongside you to provide practical advice, reliable supply and the tools you need to make informed decisions. From crop planning through to harvest, we help you manage performance, risk and long-term sustainability – supporting your farm, season after season. Our team of Environmental Specialists recognise that with the right knowledge, support and direction, …

North Lincs Steering Group Elects New Chairman

by EditorNews 22 April 202622 April 2026Comments are Disabled

Nick Ollard has been appointed as chairman of EFG’s N Lincs Steering Group. Nick plays an active role in his family farm on the Lincolnshire Wolds and the farm have been members of EFG in the area since its launch two years ago. Nick has extensive corporate experience having worked in the credit and collections market …

EFG summer farm walk and BBQ with a focus on soil carbon

by EditorNews 15 April 202621 April 2026Comments are Disabled

Join us for an evening farm walk on 4 June at 6pm, kindly hosted at Berwick Farm. The event will be led by Nick Shorter, Managing Director at Velcourt Farming, with the kind permission of Lord Margadale and The Hon Declan Morrison. The event will include a practical focus on the EFG soil carbon offering, …

Soil carbon: strong engagement and valuable insights at our Peterborough event

by EditorNews 31 March 202631 March 2026Comments are Disabled

We were delighted to host of group of farmers at a venue near Peterborough last week for an event focusing on soil carbon. The morning brought together farmers, technical specialists and industry representatives for a practical and engaging discussion on how soil carbon opportunities can fit within a farming business. Exploring the science of soil …

Sponsor showcase – Land Family Business

by EditorNews 24 March 202624 March 2026Comments are Disabled

Land Family Business is a firm of specialist accountants and tax advisers working with farming families, estates, and rural businesses across the UK. We provide strategic accounting, tax planning, and structuring advice to support profitability, succession, and long-term wealth preservation. “We sponsor Environmental Farmers Group because it connects progressive farmers who are actively engaging with the financial and environmental challenges facing the sector. This aligns closely with our …

Strong Turnout for the EFG Prospective Member Meeting in North Yorkshire

by EditorNews 3 March 20264 March 2026Comments are Disabled

The North York Moors Environmental Farmers Group (EFG) Steering Group recently hosted a prospective member meeting in Helmsley to consider whether to establish an EFG area locally. The group was initially scoped within the North York Moors National Park, but the proposed area now extends more widely to include Ryedale and parts of Cleveland; the full proposed geography can be viewed …

EVENT: EFG soil carbon offering – A dig into the potential returns for your farming business

by EditorNews 25 February 202626 February 2026Comments are Disabled

This event will be a one stop shop for everything you need to know if you are considering exploring soil carbon on your farm. It will include the importance of baselining, building soil carbon, and the potential returns of trading carbon. Date: 25th MarchLocation: Langtoft Village Hall, Peterborough, PE6 9LSTime: 10:00 – 13:00 AGENDA 10:00 – …