Opportunities [AR.OP]

The Oats-So-Simple Brewing Trial

In this podcast we hear from Richie Walsh who organised the Oats So Simple Brewing trail using oats grown on a croft in Lismore. We discuss his vision of craft…

Cropcast: The Journey To Net Zero

Net Zero is a phrase that we hear all the time, but what does the journey to net zero look like for cropping systems. In this Cropcast, Prof Fiona Burnett…

Regenerative Agriculture – Maximising Crop Diversity

Above ground plant diversity can lead to a more resilient soil by promoting a diverse soil food web with a range of organisms. On farm, this can be achieved a…

Joint Ventures – What Are The Opportunities For Arable Enterprises?

There is perhaps a presumption that joint venture arrangements are constrictive in nature in the same way perhaps that Farm Business Tenancies are viewed as being the more formal agreement arrangements.

Joint Ventures – Will It Suit Me and My Business?

Joint ventures can be the perfect business arrangement for farmers/landowners looking to scale down/slow down and for new/young entrants and businesses looking to scale up, but how do you know if it is right for you and your business?

Getting Started In Arable Agriculture – Machinery Appraisal

Machinery cost on farms can be a major contributor to high levels of fixed costs. In 2020, it was estimated that £1.8-1.9billion was spent on new farm machinery in the UK. This factsheet will compare the costs of doing the job in-house against paying a contractor.

Starting Out In Arable Agriculture – Variable Costs And Creating A Budget Fact Sheet

This fact sheet will provide readers with an overview of variable costs, before providing a worked example of how to prepare a budget for their own farm. Variable costs are important in a farms budget as they vary year on year and vary depending on the crops grown. They can have a big impact on the overall financial performance of a business.