Often, the go to diversification on farm is commercial rentals. Many farms have under-utilised buildings no longer required for the agricultural operation. But how do you ensure the conversion and rental of these buildings remains legal and above board? Read on for an insight! Is commercial lettings the right enterprise for you and your farm? […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Logistics play a massive role in day to day farm operation and management. All to often things get in the way and hindsight rears its head. Interference and logistical conflict between enterprises is particularly problematic on farms, which have been historically designed with only agricultural usage in mind. Regardless of your diversification pain point, we […]
So you’ve carried out your background research, budgeting and strategy, but how do you actually go about developing and implementing a diversification enterprise on your farm? Not knowing where to start, or realising the amount of work and time commitment required to start a new venture can be intimidating, especially when you’re already busy with […]
As we move towards 2027 and BPS payments are phased out, with the exact outcome of the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMS) remaining unquantified, many are left wondering how they will fill this funding gap. As such, the term “Diversification” has become an increasingly prevalent buzzword within agricultural press and media. What is farm diversification? […]
