Be Inspired – The Farm Business Innovation Show 2023
Inspired by this year’s Farm Business Innovation Show, nestled within the undulating landscapes, lies a farm that echoes a symphony of innovation and sustainability. Meet the pioneers of agricultural diversification, where every nook and cranny tell a tale of evolution and forward-thinking...
5 Reasons to visit the Farm Business Innovation Show
As we move through Autumn, we look forward to The Farming Innovation Show. This year, the event takes place on November 15th and 16th 2023 at the NEC.Do you have your ticket yet? Register for free at www.farmbusinessshow.co.uk. Make sure to come and visit us on stand FM263.Here are five compelling reasons why you should consider making your way to...
Government Initiates Consultation Including Agricultural Permitted Development Reform
In late July (2023) a public consultation was launched regarding proposed alterations to the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015. The consultation seeks feedback on proposed adjustments to housing delivery via permitted development rights for change of use and certain permitted development rights that...
#Farm24
From 5 am on August 3rd to 5 am on August 4th 2023, the #FARM24 campaign is taking place. This digital campaign aims to highlight the great work British farmers do as the UK’s trusted producers of high-quality food and custodians of our beautiful countryside. The movement includes those working within the agricultural industry (not just...
Business Plans – Tips from the Bank!
Steven Withers from Lloyd’s Bank discusses securing finance for your diversification project.
We partnered up with Steven Withers from Lloyds Bank to discuss what it takes to create a comprehensive business plan and what information...
UK Government extends Camping Permitted Development Rights for Farmers and Rural Landowners
Off the back of an extensive consultation process, the UK government has extended the permitted development rights (PDRs) for camping and caravanning, increasing the allowed duration from 28 days to 60 days. During the previous (temporary and due to Covid-19 lockdowns) extension of the 28-day PDRs to 56 days, Pitchup.com estimated an income of...
Lessons from Groundswell – Enterprise Stacking Isn’t Just About Regenerative Farming!
Whether it’s Gabe Brown or Joel Salatin, regenerative farming has always had a focus on “enterprise stacking”. This is the idea surrounding achieving higher sales and margins from the same area of land. Some might argue that in its most simple form, this is mixed farming… but the roots go deeper, as speakers at Groundswell explained....
Rural England Prosperity Fund – A Post Launch Update
Earlier this year in April, the government launched the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF). This new fund was introduced in September 2022 and is a two year capital grant scheme for farms, rural businesses and communities alike. The fund is running from 1st April 2023 to 31st March 2025.
The £110m of funding has been allocated in varying...
Is a Joint Venture the Answer to Deliver Your Farm Diversification?
Often times, when discussing diversification with farmers and rural business owners, we find the default is for them to consider the management and full investment obligation to fall on their already busy shoulders. Whilst remaining heavily involved in core business activity, adding further workload and resource requirement is understandably...
Clarkson’s Farm 2 – 5 Key Takeaways for Farmers Looking into Farm Diversification
Warning - Contains Spoilers!
Clarkson’s Farm 2 arrived on Amazon Prime on the 10th February 2023. This season has had great reviews from viewers and farmers...