Diversification News

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. 

More farmers are planning to diversify their businesses to boost farm incomes in the long-term, new research conducted by NFU Mutual has revealed. 

The production of low-carbon, plant-based insulating blocks by agricultural workers from farm materials could support rural economies and tackle labour shortages, experts believe.  

Social media is a powerful tool for your farm diversification business, particularly for engaging with customers.

Have you done the hard and stressful work growing your produce, and then you just watch your buyers process it to sell on at a higher price? Rural Asset Finance is encouraging farmers to keep that extra profit for themselves by implementing new ideas.

As the costs of farming rise and the demand for unique rural escapes grows, many farmers are turning to off-grid cabins to diversify their income without disrupting their core farming activities.

As energy prices soar, farmers have been feeling the strain, and a mixed-use farm in Hereford was no exception. Check out how an innovative approach from DW Energy Ltd has transformed its energy challenges into a story of sustainability and savings.

The UK rural property market offers diverse opportunities and investments, with various sectors experiencing distinct cycles of growth and change. For farmers and landowners, understanding these trends is crucial for making informed decisions, says property expert Carter Jonas.

A new report explores how farmers can increase invertebrate numbers and biodiversity, whilst maintaining the same level of food production.