Agriculture

Our Rural Land & Business lawyers know and understand the economic, environmental and legislative pressures affecting the Scottish agricultural sector.

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Agriculture is an essential part of Scotland’s identity and the farming industry is central to the Country’s economy. Scottish produce is famous throughout the world and food and drink are one of Scotland’s key growth sectors.

Blackadders is proud to serve agricultural communities across the country.

Our Rural Land & Business lawyers know and understand the economic, environmental and legislative pressures affecting the Scottish agricultural sector and the particular needs of landowners and farmers.

We offer a full range of agricultural advice of the highest quality from our offices in Dundee, Aberdeen, Edinburgh, Glasgow and at Thainstone livestock mart near Inverurie while providing a personal service to our clients.

Our Rural Land & Business lawyers monitor policy changes and work closely with our innovative rural business clients to provide the best strategic advice.

How we can help

We work collaboratively with Blackadders’ Private Client and Business Services Groups to provide diverse, practical advice tailored to deliver the best outcome for clients.

We will liaise with your land agents, accountants and other advisors to help you achieve your goals.

Our expertise covers every aspect of agricultural law, including land law, landlord and tenant, the acquisition and disposal of farms and farmland, tax and succession planning, partnerships, diversification and rural development projects.

Areas of expertise

Acquisition and disposal of farms and farmland
Land Law
Landlord & Tenant
Taxation & Succession Planning
Partnerships
Diversification & Rural Development Projects
Renewables Projects
Security Work

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