A free course for landseekers from the Landworkers Alliance, this is a collection of recorded sessions, resources and information for those starting or scaling a land-based business. The course covers strategy, business planning, financial forecasting, routes to market, fundraising, good practices for the employment of staff and volunteers, agroecological practices, and more.
The Henry Plumb Foundation funds young people (18-35) with business ideas, study plans or interests that will lead to a career in the agricultural or food industry. Funding ranges from £500 – £3,000. As part of the programme, they also match candidates with an industry mentor to make the most of the funding. The foundation aims to provide 24 grants a year.
Defra’s guidance to support long-term farm business tenancies covers several areas that are often important when putting long-term agreements in place, including:
Green Allotments is funding the creation of new allotment sites in England for anyone who is passionate about creating allotments in their area. The New Allotment Site Fund offers to fund up to £50,000 per acre for new allotment land.
Green Allotments buy the land, securing the future of the allotment and owning it on a not-for-profit basis. Allotmenteers are offered a peppercorn rent to lease allotment sites and are encouraged to manage the site within the community.
Dave Oates from Rosuick Farm shares his top tips and considerations for introducing other businesses onto your farm, and how to maintain your farm’s profitability all the while. Dave shares his story as part of the Nature Friendly Farming Week 2025 through the Nature Friendly Farming Network.