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Diversification guide outlines steps to starting a new farm business
A new agricultural diversification guide has launched to outline the steps for farmers wanting to start a new business. From farm shops to wedding…
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Funding announced to help Scotland's agritourism sector grow
A programme to drive the economic growth of the agritourism sector in Scotland is set to receive more than £440,000. The programme will see the…
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Study reveals potential of boosting food experiences on Scottish farms
Scotland’s burgeoning agritourism sector is benefiting from a growing trend for buying locally sourced food and drink, new research has revealed. The…
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Young farmer introduces successful PYO business on family farm
A young farmer’s resolve to make his family farm self-sufficient and remove its reliance on subsidies has been the catalyst to a successful…
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Farmers reminded to report any 'Christmas income' for tax purposes
Farmers, landowners and other rural businesses are being reminded to make sure 'Christmas income' made through seasonal activities is correctly…
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Scottish rural sector welcomes planned changes to planning laws
Rural-focused provisions within the latest draft of the National Planning Framework 4 (NPF4) have been given a cautious welcome by the Scottish rural…
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Farmer turns lockdown hobby into new home-based veg box business
A Herefordshire farming entrepreneur has turned her pandemic lockdown gardening hobby into a new home-based vegetable box delivery business. Setting…
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Small farm businesses receive share of £10m to expand production
Small farming businesses in Scotland are set to benefit from a share of more than £10m to improve supply-chain efficiency, increase production and…
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Entrepreneur competitions open for young Staffordshire farmers
Two new entrepreneur competitions for young farmers living in and around Staffordshire have launched, with a total prize pot of £4,000. Organisers of…
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Farmers holding back on diversification amid uncertainty, survey says
Many farmers are holding back on diversification this year as they await details of support systems and assess the implications of the cost-of-living…
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