diversification

Hiya There is 3.5 acres of arable (not sure about grade) land behind our cottage and we’re in a situation where it’s kinda I know the guy who knows the guy who owns it. It’s a small isolated field used mostly for cattle feed. We where hoping to talk to the owner about if there willing to sell...

What are your thoughts on implementing a more mixed farming approach? Would this create too many barriers to market? Other than the benefits to the soil and diversification, are there any direct benefits to the farmer? Anyone have any alternative ideas? :unsure: All thoughts appreciated!

Hello, I am a qualified Architect and experienced carpenter and have recently set up a company 'Tŷ Green Ltd.' constructing Shepherd huts and 'Eco' glamping pods perfect for Airbnb to generate an additional income. Depending on location, amenities and time of year these can fetch up to £200...

Hi All I am currently in my final year at Harper Adams University in Shropshire, England. As part of my dissertation, I am investigation diversification opportunities available to landowners/tenants/farmworkers etc based solely within Gloucestershire following Brexit and CAP changes. If you...

I have an 230x60ft ex poultry layer shed, it’s modern, insulated, dry and tidy and is cctv monitored. Now… I’ve approached by a local classic car dealer wanting to store his stock in the shed. I understand the legal requirements, change of use, insurance, rates etc.. But I need help with...

To support crop diversification, multiple resources tools and levers already exist. Among all these tools, it is important to identify tools of interest to the users. The toolbox helps identify the most relevant tools and resources for the users. You can access the toolbox here or by clicking on...

We are starting a glamping business with Bell Tents arriving soon. We have a few ideas for hard standing but just wondering what other people may be doing? We have been looking at the temporary road tracks for access, as we are only open seasonally for the first two years 🤞🏼 Also any helpful...

Hello! I am looking for 4-20 acres of land to rent, ideally grassed and with road access. I will pay up to £100 per acre to run our small eco friendly business from the land. I rent from another farmer at the moment and have done so for 5 years and he will provide excellent references. No...

Hello I run an outdoor nursery group for children aged 2-5. Inspired by Scandinavian traditions we play and learn outdoors come rain or shine. I think a perfect setup for us would be renting around 10acres of farmland - ideally some redundant woodland, or a field where we are allowed to have...

Afternoon, first post on the farming forum. I am looking to create a caravan storage yard next to our silage clamp. Does anybody have any experience with this? Is PP hard to get? security issues? dealing with the caravan owners etc Many thanks

**Calling all farm owners/managers/assistants in Suffolk** ** Questionnaire on farm diversification in Suffolk** **Chance to win 2 bottles of Moët & Chandon Champagne ** I am currently in my final year of study at Harper Adams University studying Rural Enterprise and Land Management. I am...

Dear All, We run a successful camping business called EazyCamp in the New Forest and under our Camping Exemption License, we are looking for new coastal plots across the South of England to expand our growing business. Our License enables us to camp for up to 60 nights per year anywhere in...

Thinking of diversification which involves change of use or perhaps increasing access to your farm? Johanne Spittle, FALA and head of litigation at Ware & Kay solicitors, discusses covenants… https://www.farmdiversity.co.uk/article/preparing-diversification

Farm Diversity issue 1 is out now: subscribe for a free copy or visit our e-magazine on our website to read case studies including: - The Wellbeing Farm wedding venue - Fir Tree Fishery CIC education provider - The Owd Barn farm shop and tea rooms - Craggie Farm - garlic and garlic products -...

The Owd Barn at Bispham has been successfully diversifying for three decades – we speak to the family who own the Lancashire business to see how it's done! https://www.farmdiversity.co.uk/farm-shops/owd-barn-farm-diversification If you'd like to feature on our website/magazine with your own...

Is the idea of being a wedding venue appealing if someone else is doing the work? Might be ideal to earn a bit extra from some out-lying silage land! Owner provides use of field and / or barn for a wedding or event. Wedding planner looks after*: Online promotion through website, social media...

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Hi All! I have just written a blog post on things you should consider when setting up a diversification project, I hope you find it useful. You can read it here - https://www.appetite.me.uk/blog/things-to-consider-when-setting-up-a-diversification-project

Are you thinking of creating your own farm shop and looking for some ideas and inspiration......Take a look at our website and see what we can do. https://www.appetite.me.uk/ Drop me a line if you would like to talk with us.

UK Farmers who have diversified!! Please spare a couple of moments to complete a survey on farmers perceptions of which factors contribute most to success of farm diversification projects. This survey will make up part of my dissertation at Harper Adams University. To complete the survey...