Diversification

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.

Autumn is an ideal time to ensure your woodland is in the best health for the colder winter months.

The Farming Community Network (FCN) has launched a new resilience checklist to help farmers and farm businesses review some of the common components of business and personal resilience, helping them to identify strengths and highlight areas where additional information or support may be beneficial. 

For those concerned the staycation has had its day, new figures suggest searches for holidays on farm locations is up 266%.

Telecommunications operators have been told they must increase the rent they pay landowners for rural mast agreements by more than 130%. 

Ice cream has taken a large scoop out of the UK dairy retail market, with spend on ice cream growing by 6.9% in the last year, AHDB said.