Farm & Rural Advice

Many farmers and rural businesses in the Wessex region are facing the prospect of reduced agricultural incomes. They need to consider changes to their business practices, sometimes through planning or diversification options. This can be a daunting and confusing process that requires clear advice from an experienced consultant. 

We have experience in advising clients on how best to maximise farm income and potential, dealing with estate and succession planning and all the taxation consequences.  With our understanding of the rural economy in the Wessex region, we can assist by providing Farm Business reports, drawing up budgets, advising on diversification options and the opportunities presented by the various agri-environmental schemes and grants available.

Diversification is often the only way to maintain profitablilty, and we can advise on different options including;

Planning issues in farm diversification

We can help plan the conversion of buildings to residential and holiday lets; business units or storage, and; leisure activities. Our services include preparing and submitting planning applications and all subsidiary reports including Agricultural Need Assessments, Design & Access Statements and environmental impact assessments as well as full drawings for planning applications, and arranging for all other necessary reports such as Wildlife and Traffic Surveys.

Agri-schemes

Changes in farming practices such as joining agri-environment schemes or conversion to organic status,

Added Value

Investing in systems to add value to existing products, such as farm shops, on site preparation and marketing of specialist products, direct sales of produce and tourism options