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Building More Resilient Grassland: Drought-Tolerant Forage Options for Livestock Farms With hotter, drier summers putting increasing pressure on our farmers and land managers, how can livestock businesses build greater resilience into their forage systems? Our latest article explores the benefits of herbal leys and diverse grassland mixtures, from improving soil health and livestock nutrition to helping maintain forage availability during dry periods. Discover how a more diverse approach to grassland management could help farms prepare for the seasons ahead. Read more below. 👇 https://lnkd.in/eCf2atE8

We’re delighted to be supporting Wrington Redhill FC’s U9 Mixed team for the 2026/27 season! ⚽️🟢⚫️ At David James, we’re proud to support our local communities and help create opportunities for the next generation. Wishing the team a fantastic season ahead and we look forward to following their progress! #DavidJames #WringtonRedhillFC #SupportingLocalCommunities

Our Monmouth Office are officially back home at our newly refurbished office! 🎉🍾 After the devastating floods in Monmouth back in November 2025, it has been a real rollercoaster. Chloe, Sales Manager; would like to say a huge thanks for the continued support from clients throughout this period between Market Tavern and transitioning back to Monnow Street. We are immensely proud of the new space we have created in 87 Monnow Street and are pleased to be back in our ‘home’ on the high street. Despite the obstacles that November 2025 threw at us, our enthusiastic and longstanding team have demonstrated a high level of professionalism and have remained resilient throughout, dedicating extra time at local events in order to continually enhance our strong presence within the community, getting properties sold, in and around Monmouth. Thank you to all involved in the move back we look forward to welcoming you to our office when you pass by! #estateagent #countrylife #monmouth #property #renovation

This week, Farming Minister Stephen Morgan announced a package of measures to support farmers affected by the impacts of this summer’s extreme dry weather. Heatwaves and below-average rainfall have placed significant pressure on water resources for agricultural production and Environmental Land Management (ELM) scheme activities. Prolonged dry conditions and high temperatures have also increased the risk of wildfires across England and Wales. Following the Government’s emergency response committee (COBR) discussions on extreme heat, wildfires and drought, the following measures have been announced: 1. Temporary adjustments to ELM agreements  Temporary changes will be made to Environmental Land Management agreements, allowing farmers affected by drought to continue receiving payments while taking the necessary steps to protect livestock, crops and land. 2. An additional £50 million for the Sustainable Farming Incentive 2026  A further £50 million has been allocated to SFI 2026, bringing the total budget to £290 million. The additional funding is intended to help more farmers access support and invest in measures that can improve resilience to future drought conditions. 3. Making it easier to build reservoirs  The Government will take action to remove unnecessary barriers to reservoir construction and update planning guidance, helping farmers improve their ability to store water. 4. Up to £15 million for on-farm reservoirs  Up to £15 million of funding will be made available to support the construction of on-farm reservoirs, helping farmers store water and strengthen their resilience to future periods of drought. 5. Improved access to water during drought conditions  The Environment Agency will prioritise requests for short-term variations to abstraction license conditions, helping farmers access water where appropriate during periods of drought. The Government has confirmed that it will continue to monitor the situation closely and work with the farming and water sectors as conditions develop. If further action is required, additional measures may be considered. https://lnkd.in/e9q5DvKw

Monmouthshire Show photo diary 📸 #monmouthshireshow #countyshow #rural #estateagent #community

📚 We were delighted to welcome the wonderful Year 2 and Year 3 pupils from Magor Church in Wales Primary School to our Magor office recently!   The children came along to learn more about what we do at David James Estate Agents, Chartered Surveyors & Planning. They asked some fantastic, thoughtful questions and we loved sharing our knowledge and giving them an insight into our work.   To finish their visit, we invited the children to take part in a competition by drawing where their favourite book character lives. We were blown away by the creativity, imagination and effort that went into every single entry. It made choosing just three winners incredibly difficult!   The winning drawings are now proudly displayed in our Magor office window for everyone to enjoy, so if you're passing by, we'd love you to stop and take a look. 🎨✨   #Magor #Community #SupportingLocalSchools

🌿Traditional, edge of Cotswold farmstead with residential, smallholding and equestrian potential🌿 📍Coaley, Gloucestershire Grade II listed Cotswold Farm House within lawned gardens and with courtyard, traditional attached and offlying Outbuildings (approx. 3000 ft2) and streamside Paddock, the whole extending to approximately 3.82 acres (1.54ha). 🏷️ Guide Price: £1,000,000 Additional traditional buildings (available with Farmhouse only) comprising large Stone Barn (approx. 4000 ft2) with potential for alternative use (subject to planning) with Paddock, the whole extending to approx 0.60 acres (0.24 ha). 🏷️ Guide Price: £250,000 Full details - https://lnkd.in/epyTayxa To arrange a viewing please contact our Wotton office; 01453 843720 wotton@david-james.co.uk #Forsale #cotswolds #property #countrylife #smallholding #rural

✏️ Planning can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re considering an extension, changes to a property or a wider development opportunity, understanding the planning process early can make all the difference. From pre-application advice through to planning submissions and approvals, professional guidance can help you avoid common mistakes, reduce delays and move your project or future plans forward with confidence. At David James, our in-house Planning & Development team provides expert advice to help clients navigate the complexities of planning and development. Thinking about your next project? Contact us for advice: https://lnkd.in/e7Nz9hny #planning #project #property #development