Land and Agricultural Tenancies

Agricultural Law is tightly regulated by Agricultural Holdings legislation. This is a complex area of law so it is important to have up-to-date and expert advice on its impact on your business.

Also, many farmers are now diversifying into non-agricultural businesses, including renewable energy, farm shops, specialised food products, and leisure and hospitality. There can be several legal aspects of a rural diversification project you will need to consider, such as compliance with tenancy legislation and brand protection.

How can Thorntons help?

Our Land and Rural Business team has developed a strong reputation for advising on all aspects of Agricultural Law. With a team which includes specialists who have been accredited by The Law Society of Scotland, we are well placed to advise both landlords and tenants across Scotland in connection with:

• Traditional, secure agricultural tenancies
• Limited duration tenancies
• Short limited duration tenancies
• Grazing and mowing leases
• Renunciation, resumption and termination
• Statutory notices
• Compensation payments
• Repairs and renewals
• Contract farming agreements
• Rural diversification projects
• Land Court disputes
• Tenant’s Right to Buy