Two linked sessions will offer inspiration and insight into the business challenges and opportunities facing start-up and enterprising farmers and growers. It will offer practical advice and help foster sustainable and regenerative rural entrepreneurship in those who attend.

Session 1: Introduction and Panel Session (1 hour) In this first session we consider the advantages of diversification e.g. additional income, job creation, risk reduction and enhanced family cohesion. We will look at how new enterprises can be regenerative and what opportunities exist for new entrants.

Session 2: Business Planning Workshop (45 minutes) Following on from the previous introductory session this session will help you to develop your new business and diversification ideas. This applied workshop will explain how and enable you to write a quick yet effective onesided business plan using the business model canvas. What are your USPs and value proposition? What is your market? Have you identified your key costs and income streams? Who will you need to partner with? Participants will develop their ideas in the session and will be invited to share their thoughts with others in the room.

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