Reasons to Have a Vision
When we talk to people about diversifying their farm, time and time again we find that they are distinctly lacking a holistic vision. What do we mean by a vision? Why are they important to the ongoing strategy and development of your rural business? Read on to find out!
You can begin your journey towards creating a vision for your farm by using our Diversification Discovery...
6 Glamping Essentials – Before You Begin
Glamping is the hot topic of the moment when discussing farm diversification. Is it a one size fits all solution? Is it an easy cash in? In our experience, no…. glamping enterprises don’t suit everyone!
However, a thorough, well informed business review should provide a confident answer to the glamping question on your farm. Start by using our Diversification...
Business Plans – A 5 Step How To Guide
Want to diversify your farm business? You’ll need a business plan! A well informed business plan will ensure you personally stay aligned with your business goals and will be invaluable when seeking funding or partnerships.
So how do you write a business plan? Read on to find out!
Before you begin, it is important to tailor a business plan to its purpose. Remain...
Farm Shops – Top 10 Legislative and Regulatory Requirements
So you’ve decided you want to start a farm shop. Perhaps you’ve even read our last blog post which helped you identify your opportunity for a retail diversification?
But what licensing and regulation must be in place before you can begin trading? Read our top 10 below now!
Contact us today for a no obligation initial consultation to discuss how we can help you...
Farm Shops – Food for Thought
Since the arrival of the Covid-19 pandemic in March 2020, a huge 92% of farm retailers reporting significant increase in new customers according to research by the Farm Retail Association (FRA). This equated to an estimated combined turnover of £1.5 billion across the UK. This has caused a much more prevalent awareness of farm retail across consumers, leading to sustained...
Common Fatal Implicit Assumptions People Make When Starting a New Business Venture
Sadly, 20% of start-up businesses fail within the first year operation and 60% fail within the first 3 years. This is average across all industries. We’ve done our best to provide a comprehensive list of things to consider when planning your next diversification, to ensure you don’t fall foul of this statistic!
So why exactly do so many start-up businesses fail you ask?...