Diversification News

Simon Ray always knew he’d need an extra revenue stream. He didn’t realise how simple it would be to fund it, after speaking to Rural Asset Finance.

Euro-Statics says it offers a unique buying experience for its static caravans for seasonal workers.

The chairwoman of the Farm Retail Association (FRA), Emma Mosey, has issued a stark warning about the “catastrophic consequences” of the recently announced Budget. She said that the new measures will decimate the UK’s farming industry and compromise the nation’s food security.

Almost a quarter of farming business owners have identified the need to diversify their operations to ensure survival following Autumn Budget announcements, research by Shakespeare Martineau has revealed.

As well as being the third-highest earning property type in 2023, farm stays have generated 13% more gross income than the average property in 2024, says Sykes Holiday Cottages.

Amid ongoing fallout from the chancellor’s Autumn Budget, we spoke to Emma Mosey, chair of the Farm Retail Association, about the implications for farm shops.

Last week, the South of England Agricultural Society hosted its annual farming conference. This year’s theme, ‘What is our land for?’ has sparked a lively debate on whether the focus of land use should shift from traditional food production to prioritising environmental and biodiversity goals or even to accommodate the demands of commercial development. 

Tract’s expert, Mishti Ali, has shared her views on the current state of agricultural subsidies in England and how farmers can still plan for the future in this age of change.

Defra-funded programme the Farming Advice Service helps guide farmers through opportunities in farming incentives and funding.

Agroforestry is gaining popularity in the UK as a sustainable land management approach.

Mac Mic Group uses its wealth of experience to help landowners across the UK make strategic land development decisions.

A Suffolk campsite owners had an unusual idea to turn an old grain silo into a bar.