Where is the cheapest farmland?

In the UK, the cheapest area to buy farmland is the Northeast of England. The cheapest places to buy farmland around the world are generally less economically developed countries. With price and risk-adjustment in mind, South American countries are the cheapest places in the world to buy farmland.

SSTC is a phrase used in the selling of property, which stands for ‘Sold Subject to Contract’. It means that an offer has been accepted on a property, but that the exchange is not yet legally binding.

Can I build a house on a croft?

Subject to planning permission being given, a crofter can build a house on a croft.

What is a croft house?

A croft house is a house built on a croft, which is usually the main dwelling of the individual who uses the croft, the crofter.

What does a land agent do?

A land agent is responsible for the negotiation and acquisition of farmland on a purchaser’s behalf, as well as the valuation of farm estate assets. Land agents also provide advice on tax, legal and planning issues, and mediate relationships between the owners and renters of land.

What qualifications do you need to become a land agent?

As far as formal qualifications, land agents will need an accredited degree from the RICS (Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors). Agents will then need to complete the RICS APC (assessment of professional competence).

Can you get a grant to start a farm UK?

Yes, you can apply for a grant from the Farming Investment Fund. You can apply for between £2000 and £25,000 for farming equipment and technology, and between £25,000 and £300,000 for farm transformation.

What is the farming investment fund?

The Farming Investment Fund provides monetary grants to UK farmers to improve productivity, profitability and sustainability.

What is arable farming in geography?

Arable farming means that a farm only produces crops on its land, as opposed to pastoral, which means a farm only raises animals and livestock, or mixed, which is a combination of both arable and pastoral.