farm diversifcation

We have a farm shop and cafe wondering how to go about getting some brown tourist signs some people say they are free any help would be appreciated

We have a farm shop and cafe was just wondering how to go about getting some brown tourist signs as we are off to he beaten track I’ve heard that some other businesses have had them for free but I haven’t got any idea where to start looking any help or advice would be appreciated

Hi, we are looking at setting up a milk vending machine and just want some advice if anyone has done it before. We want to know where to begin and any hurdles that people have come across or anything that they didn't expect. We have thought of a couple of locations, one of these is a large layby...

A flurry of new dessert parlours across the UK could provide new opportunities for the dairy industry, according to the AHDB. With 92 ice cream parlours opening in the UK last year, new ingredients and innovative products could help the industry gain an advantage. Continue reading here >>>>

Our new magazine Farm Diversity came back from the printers today. It would be great if you could take a look - we would love to hear your thoughts. You can find it on our website here http://bit.ly/2KHU2TC

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...

We're looking to run a series of webinars on all things related to starting and growing a farm diversification project or rural business and want to know from you: 1. What time would best suit you for these to be aired? i.e. morning, noon or night 2. What type of topics would you like to see...

The Tenant Farmers Association have recently released a press release suggesting that a rising number of landlords are refusing farm diversification consent. Is this something you have come across? Let us know your experiences below. You can read more on the topic here >>>>>>

Dragon’s Den-style competition launches for food and drink businesses in Gloucestershire This is a great opportunity not to be missed...... Applications are now open for a new Dragons’ Den-style competition that will give people from Gloucestershire the chance to see their food and drink...

Ever thought about starting a vineyard, this could be the news you need to get you started.... Prime viticultural land for new and expanding vineyards in the UK could be a major rival to the Champagne region of France according to the University of East Anglia (UEA). A study conducted by the...

One in five UK farmers plans to diversify to remain financially sound after Brexit says new research. Conducted by NFU Mutual, the research found that of the 62% of UK farmers who have already diversified, over nine out of ten projects have been financially successfully, showcasing the...