Business Resilience [BE.FF.BR]
Kenneth Bone: Diversifying for a Thriving Island Community
Kenneth Bone farms Glenkiln Farm on the Isle of Arran with his family. They won the Diversified Farm of the year award at last year’s Scottish Agriculture Awards, as well as taking home the Champion of Champions trophy. The business has an impressive portfolio, from the farming business to hydro scheme, pub, equestrian centre and housing. Kenneth tells us where it all began, and how the business diversified to be the success it is today.
Read More >
Building Good Financial Habits With Cash Flow Forecasting
The statistics are clear; 80% of small businesses go under due to cash flow problems, not lack of profit. Building business resilience with good financial habits can make all the…
Read More >
Maximising The Power Of Culling As A Management Tool
Culling cattle out the system is a powerful tool, not only to improve herd performance but also reduce the risk of any animal welfare breakdowns in your herd. There are many reasons for culling cattle, these may vary from farm to farm. However, the time to make culling decisions for breeding animals is restricted.
Read More >
Adapting summer plans: grazing ideas
Some may find themselves with more stock over the summer as a result of Covid-19 and interference with stock sales. This will put greater onus on grass utilisation to increase…
Read More >