"The latest version of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF)  introduced a relatively new concept to the planning and development lexicon – namely that of the grey belt. But what exactly is it – and how will it be implemented?"

"The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) is offering farmers £55 per hectare per year for implementing companion crops through the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI). "

"Entering into an arrangement with a developer or promoter can be an effective way for individuals to unlock additional value from their land."

"The term is commonly used in planning, but what does it mean?"

"An asset of community value (ACV) is a building or piece of land that is deemed to improve the social wellbeing or interests of the local community. "

"Biodiversity net gain (BNG) was introduced by the Environment Act 2021. It is an approach to planning and development that aims to ensure development leaves the natural environment in a measurably better state than it was before."

"Paludiculture, in simple terms, is a way of farming in wetlands without harming the environment."

"In November 2023, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONBs) were renamed National Landscapes. "

"A Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) is a conservation designation designed to protect areas of land or water that are considered particularly valuable for their wildlife, geology or landform features. "

"Mandatory carbon reporting has gained prominence and become a requirement in many regions; the UK has sought to be ahead of the curve in working with organisations to address climate change and stepping up efforts to reduce carbon emissions."