"At this time of worldwide uncertainty, there is a quiet sense of optimism across global farmland markets"

"Muted average value growth and significant price variations characterised the market last year"

"The total agricultural area in the UK is around 17.6 million hectares, with an additional 3.2 million hectares covered by woodland and forests. The agricultural area, excluding woodland, accounts for 72% of the total area of land"

"Our map illustrates the potential area of land needed for agricultural production in 2050 and the areas that might be ‘released’ from current land uses and available for alternative uses"

"Rural property is a comparable investment to alternative property assets and financial instruments"

"Demand for farms with a variety of income streams will continue, which in turn will support values"