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Empowering rural businesses: Addressing the gaps in grant funding
Henry Clemons, Associate in Rural Consultancy, explores how the agricultural sector is undergoing significant transformation through grant funding aimed at empowering rural landowners and fostering…
4 months ago
Revolutionising rural business efficiency with technology
How can the latest technology help rural businesses become more efficient and sustainable? Andrew Shirley visits one of the clients our accounting expert Elin Jones has helped to reach new heights.
One year ago
How we support rural clients' natural capital goals
Andrew Shirley meets the owners of an estate that delivers a multitude of environmental and social benefits.
One year ago
How to create innovative and equitable partnerships between landlord and tenant
The role of natural capital has shone a new spotlight on the landlord-tenant relationship. More innovative and equitable partnerships are needed, argues Alastair Paul, Partner, Rural Consultancy.
One year ago
How to make the most of the Sustainable Farming Incentive
Is it now time to exploit Defra’s new entry-level agri-environment scheme and maximise its income potential?
One year ago
How to be the best: top 5 traits of high-performing farming businesses
In today's rapidly evolving agricultural landscape, it is becoming increasingly evident that profitable farming businesses are not only economically robust but also play a crucial role in…
One year ago

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Enhancing property value: strategically designing vineyards for maximum impact.
One year ago
- Updated - October 2024 - New developments will need to enhance biodiversity, the Department for Food, the Environment and Rural Affairs (Defra) confirmed in February 2023.
One year ago
Explore 8 recommendations for selling your farm or estate from Will Matthews, Partner, Head of Farms and Estates at Knight Frank.
One year ago
Agricultural land has performed strongly so far this year
One year ago
The natural capital markets have often been likened to the 'wild west' - so how will the framework tame the current state of affairs and help rural businesses?
One year ago
Water bills will rise by the highest in 20 years as water companies announce increases in charges. Here are three top tips for rural businesses to save water and mitigate those costs.
One year ago
We've noticed a new trend in the UK land market. More buyers are interested in rewilding, biodiversity and the environmental value of the land. Our Farms and Estates team explain why.
One year ago
Defra will make more than £168m of funding available through a variety of grants in 2023. If you're looking to take advantage of this rural funding but are confused about where to start, let us guide…
One year ago
From a low base, low-carbon farming is gathering pace.
One year ago
The government's decision to scale back its energy support for companies will leave many rural businesses, including farms and estates, struggling to cope. Knight Frank's energy experts offer some…
One year ago