Diversification News

Farmers Guide spoke to Massagical’s creator Sally to hear more about her story and how she set up her small rural business.

One of the most important things you’ll have to think of as soon as you decide to diversify your land is the facilities offered to your guests. With the booming domestic tourism market there are an increasing number of options for all areas of your business, and bathrooms are no different.

Farmers Guide caught up with Sean McCann, chartered financial planner at NFU Mutual, to hear expert financial advice for farmers looking to diversify.

As more farms diversify into the camping market, Camp at my Place takes a closer look at whether it’s the right option for you.

R&D tax consultancy Rocdaymer & Co Ltd spoke to Farmers Guide to offer an in-depth explanation of UK tax credits for the agriculture sector.

Farmers Guide spoke to Saffron Financial about its recent work with a company diversifying into biofuel, helping them to secure the funding needed to grow and develop.

Farmers Guide caught up with Kelly Chandler to talk about weddings, venues and how she can help people in farming look to diversify into a growing industry.

Farm consultancy expert Mark Russell, a partner at Carter Jonas, explores how environmental schemes will impact farmers and offers advice on potential alternative income streams.

The government has revealed plans to update permitted development rights. A move which could help farmers implement diversification on their land.

The Scott brothers, Charlie, Michael and Andrew, have a strong passion for continuing their family’s arable farm but they soon realised they needed to diversify to strengthen the business. This led to their latest venture – poultry

As glamping becomes a highly competitive market, farmers who are diversifying their land to include such ventures now need to find ways to stand out from the growing crowd.

Ahead of the LEAF Open Farm Sunday on the 27th June, organisers have announced the appointment of eight ambassadors to support farmers, crofters and smallholders taking part.