Game Coverts.   Inkpen / Inkpen Hill, Berkshire, just under Gallows Down, UK.   With game bird shoots charging a four figure sum per day, and the new single payment scheme freeing them from dependancy on stock and crop numbers

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From Fields to Feathers: The Profitable Game of Farming". In this aerial shot captured by Jonathan Player, the stunning landscape of Inkpen Hill in Berkshire comes alive with a unique twist. Gone are the days when farmers solely relied on stock and crop numbers for their livelihoods. Enter the world of game coverts and pheasant shoots, where fortunes take flight! As the sun casts its golden glow over the lush fields below, it's hard not to be mesmerized by this picturesque scene. With each passing day, more farmers are discovering that shooting game birds can bring home a hefty four-figure sum. Who knew hunting could be so profitable? Gone are traditional farming practices; instead, these innovative landowners have found a way to add value to their precious acres. By planting game coverts among their fields, they've created an oasis for pheasants and other wildlife. The forested woodlands provide shelter for these majestic creatures while offering hunters an exhilarating challenge amidst nature's beauty. It's no wonder that both bird enthusiasts and thrill-seeking hunters flock here from all corners of Europe. So next time you find yourself wandering through Berkshire's enchanting landscapes, spare a thought for those who have turned their farmland into flourishing havens for both agriculture and adventure. And remember - in this part of England, profits soar as high as pheasants take flight.