show guide 2013

INSPIRING FARMERS AND LAND OWNERS TO MAKE MORE MONEY FROM THEIR LAND

28 NOVEMBER: 10AM - 6PM

29 NOVEMBER: 10AM - 5PM

OLYMPIA LONDON

80 FREE SEMINARS EXPERT SPEAKERS 100 EXHIBITORS WORKSHOPS

WELCOME TO FARM BUSINESS INNOVATION 2013This exhibition has been created to support farmers and land owners looking to diversify in the second decade of the 21st century. There’s a lot packed into the two days of the show, so this show guide tells you what’s on when and where, so that you can make sure you don’t miss out. A great place to start is with the keynote speakers at the front of this guide, including BBC The One Show’s Kate Beavan; Ian Burrows, Farmers Weekly’s Diversification Farmer Of The Year 2012; Alastair Sawday of Canopy & Stars; and the straight-talking Brad Burton.

There are more than 85 seminars at Farm Business Innovation 2013 and you’ll find every one of them in our complete listings section in the heart of the guide. There’s no need to book for any of the seminars, but places are on a first-come, first-served basis, so get there early to avoid disappointment.

Hello and welcome to the first ever Farm Business Innovation.

WELCOME

CONTENTSKEYNOTESHear the biggest names deliver essential sessions. Don’t miss these!

SEMINAR SCHEDULEThe comprehensive schedule of every seminar session, with times and locations.

PANEL SESSIONDon’t miss your chance to hear four diversification experts discuss permitted development rights.

SUPPORTERSThe great and the good of the diversification sector that we are proud to work with.

EXHIBITOR A - ZA full listing of every exhibitor at Farm Business Innovation 2013.

FLOOR PLANSee where every exhibitor, seminar hall and workshop theatre is.

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Farm Business Innovation 2013 is running alongside The Business Show, the UK’s biggest business exhibition and conference, which is being staged for the 30th time this November, giving you even more chances to learn about the business side of things while you’re here. There will also be another event running for the first time, with Takeaway Innovation Expo dedicated to progressive takeaway restaurants – you might just find your next client! You can be part of these exciting events while you’re attending Farm Business Innovation; just register online for your free tickets at www.businessboxoffice.co.uk.

Take your time to pore over these page and plan your visit to get the most out of your time. Places for workshops and many of the features are limited and fill up fast, so make sure you book in advance at www.thefarmingshow.co.uk.

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Hear the fascinating story of how Alistair’s passion for finding unusual holiday accommodation turned into an international business. His seminar will explain how he supports UK landowners looking into regeneration, eco-friendly ventures and tourism. Drawing on real-world examples, Alistair will inspire you with successful case studies that include the Treehouse at Harptree Court to inspire and encourage you in your dreams of developing or diversifying your land.

Special Places To Stay

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DIVERSIFICATION FARMER OF THE YEAR

FROM HAY TO FARM HOLIDAYAlastair Sawday, Founder Of Special Places To Stay

Ian Burrows, Award-Winning Farmer

In the early 90s, Alastair Sawday’s Tours, always maverick, led travel groups to the hidden delights of France; to B&Bs, farms and small privately-owned hotels, meeting wonderful people along the way. 18 years ago, Alastair brought together his favourite discoveries into his first book, French Bed & Breakfast. It was a

If you’re thinking about diversifying, then you need to attend this seminar by someone who has won a national award for doing just that!

Many British farms and estates are opening their doors to holidaymakers and in doing so, presenting unique, characterful destinations for great getaways that are exactly what the founder of Alastair Sawday’s Special Places to Stay is looking for.

Ian Burrows was the worthy winner of the title of 2012 Farmers Weekly Diversification Farmer of the Year. His relentless drive and enthusiasm for innovation – and his determination to get new products to market – meant Ian pipped the other two finalists at the post. By embracing new thinking, he shows it’s possible for smaller family farms to thrive, not just survive.

Ian has secured a future for his family’s 105ha farm by growing and supplying high quality Timothy hay products to the pet market. From a standing start, his self-belief has turned Newhay Feeds into a business with an annual turnover of more than £750,000.

Using lessons learned from other industries, Ian has made his own business a success. These include applying the same sort of stringent quality-control methods used in the equine feed sector to create a new market for affordable, high-quality herbivore feeds for small pets.

bestseller. Then he did the same in Britain and then for other European countries. These days, through its website and books, Sawday’s represents over 5,000 special places in the UK and Europe from B&Bs, hotels and châteaux to villas, farmhouses, cottages, tents and tree houses.

Based upon his own professional experience and drawing upon real-word examples, Ian will explain the thought process that led him to diversify and how he approached the challenge. This insightful seminar will let you know the key areas of success that Ian discovered in his drive to diversification and just what it was that inspired Farmers Weekly to award him their Diversification Farmer of the Year 2012. Don’t miss this chance to hear from an award-winning diversification expert.

How To Win Awards

For Diversification

SEMINAR HALL 4

Friday 14.00 - 14.45

SEMINAR HALL 3Thursday

14.00 - 14.45

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

More and more consumers are starting to buy local as they look to understand the provenance of their weekly shop. But how do you take the term local and offer it to the masses? Simon Mellin, owner of Roaming Roosters, talks about how he has opened the doors to a UK-wide market, while remaining true to his Lancashire farming and butchery roots.

Taking Local To The Masses

PLAN FOR SUCCESS

TAKING LOCAL TO THE MASSES

SEMINAR HALL 3

Friday 15.00 - 15.45

Get some great ideas for getting the most out of planning permission, as well as insider tips to help you get it right first time. The Town Planning system is changing quickly, with new opportunities and constraints appearing almost too frequently to keep up with. But recent legislative and market changes are allowing greater flexibility within the rural sector, as Ian explains in his up-to-the-minute seminar. Drawing on his 35 years in professional practice, Ian’s seminar will outline the current potential for using the planning system to your advantage, highlighting areas of opportunity and some of the potential pitfalls to avoid. The advice in this seminar could be essential to the success of your diversification.

Maximising Farm And Estate Business Through The Town Planning System

Ian Butter BSc (Hons) FRICS MRTPI is a chartered surveyor and town planning consultant who has specialised in rural planning issues for over 35 years; in particular the regeneration of heritage and rural buildings on landed and farming estates throughout Britain.

Simon Mellin owns the Lancashire sustainable food business Roaming Roosters, alongside his butcher brother, ‘Nick the Knife.’ Simon and Nick set up Roaming Roosters in 2009 when they spotted a niche in the market for free range chickens and they began trading online; packing boxes in the back of their dad’s butchers shop. Demand saw them increase their product range to include beef, lamb and pork, and what they didn’t rear themselves, they sourced from fellow local farmers sharing their sustainable ethos.


13.00 - 13.45

With more than three decades’ experience working in planning and rural issues, Ian has also advised on rural regeneration for the government. This is your chance to benefit from the same expert insight and advice as the prime minister.

With more consumers taking an interest in the source of their meat, Simon Mellin offered free range chickens for sale online. His provocative seminar will address the issues of a local business going national.

Ian has written and lectured on a range of planning and development topics and was co-author of a widely circulated publication for the Countryside Commission which is now highlighted in the UK Government’s ‘Good Practice Guide on Planning for Tourism’ (2006). He was also invited to advise Matthew Taylor MP on rural regeneration issues for his 2008 report to Prime Minister Gordon Brown, ‘Living Working Countryside.’

In his spare time, Ian is Chairman of and a Deputy Launching Authority on the crew at Blackpool Lifeboat Station and a board member of the RICS UK World Regional Board.

While just 27 and 25, the brothers enjoy a long heritage of farming and butchery and it is their passion for going back to traditional methods in both areas that has won them the respect of their peers. Last year, they opened a bistro and farm shop and within 12 months, turnover has increased over 12 times and this is just the beginning for this nationally recognised brand.


Simon Mellin, Online Poultry Entrepreneur

Ian Butter, Rural Planning Consultant

TV viewers everywhere will remember Great Trerhew Farm as the location for the first series of BBC’s ‘Lambing Live’ in 2010. Following on from the popularity of this series, the BBC asked Kate to become The One Show’s resident farmer.

But Kate is far more than a familiar face from the telly. As a qualified lecturer and veterinary nurse with a degree in Natural Sciences & Biology and an MSc in Environmental Conservation Management, Kate has over 17 years’ experience lecturing in animal management. Kate combines farming alongside lecturing at Coleg Gwent and teaching at her highly successful Kate’s Country School.

Offering a wide range of courses including topics such as butchery, dry stone walling and cider making, Kate has managed to find a way to combine her love of farming and the countryside with a great way to diversify without disrupting the everyday work of the 66-hectare farm. Kate is a farmer’s wife, mum of two, and an eternal optimist.

Straight from the small screen and onto our seminar schedule, The One Show’s resident farmer shares her behind-the-scenes story.

FARMING, LECTURING AND RUSSELL BRAND!

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS


14.00 - 14.45

This seminar is more than a chance to hear first-hand the impact that becoming a TV personality can have on your life. Kate will explain how she combines her everyday work as a farmer with lecturing and why she decided to set up her own small business, Kate’s Country School. She’ll also spill the beans on a certain notorious bearded movie star - don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to hear her story.

Farming, Lecturing and Russell Brand!

AWARD-WINNING DIVERSIFICATION

Charlie Forbes Adam is the 12th generation of his family to be the steward of Escrick Park Estate. Prior to being awarded the Royal Agricultural Society’s Bledisloe Gold Medal for 2012, Charlie and the estate won the Anders Wall Award in 2010, a Europe-wide prize for ‘creating a positive rural environment’, as well as a RICS Award for Building Conversions in 2002.

The estate has been in the family for 300 years and now offers holiday accommodation, woodland and countryside horse rides, office space, and conference, training and events facilities. Revenue from these activities supports a long term plan of conservation to ensure Escrick Park remains the beautiful natural sanctuary it is today and for future generations

Charlie is also Chairman of the Yorkshire branch of the CLA and on the Council of the Yorkshire Agricultural Society. Mostly he floats about shouting at his Labradors, reading metaphysical poetry and vaguely bird-watching.

Ensuring a country estate that has been in your family for three centuries remains relevant and profitable in the 21st century can’t be easy, but Charlie Forbes Adam reasoned that diversification was key to securing the estate’s future


Hear how planning permissions and diverse new income streams have dramatically increased both cashflow and profitability of Escrick Park Estate, as well as reducing reliance upon farm income and agricultural rents. In this seminar, Charlie will reveal the fascinating story of this Yorkshire estate, with one eye on its heritage and the other on the future, as the increased income allows the estate to dramatically improve biodiversity in an arable farming area.

A Rural Revolution – The

Transformation Of A Traditional

Yorkshire Estate


13.00 - 13.45

Charlie Forbes Adam, Steward Of Escrick Park Estate

Kate Beavan, BBC The One Show’s Resident Farmer

After 14 years in the NHS, Celia Gaze turned to farming. With a Masters in Business Administration, a background in strategy and project management and as a qualified stress-management trainer without much farming experience, Celia brings a fresh pair of eyes to farm diversification.

Over the past three years, Celia has transformed a rundown farm in Bolton, Lancashire into a state-of-the-art farm café with its own cookery school, meeting rooms, farm shop, butcher’s and a focus on ‘field to fork’ and the provenance of food. The farm has been designed as a ‘green’ venue with a real focus on sustainability.

Celia brings a new approach to farm diversification and farming. Based on her own experience, she can provide knowledge on market research, grant funding, sponsorship, getting over the planning permission hurdles, marketing and PR opportunities – all while managing your stress levels!

Celia Gaze brings a fresh pair of eyes to farm diversification with a seminar that’s sure to be an eye-opener.

FROM RUNDOWN FARM TO STATE-OF-THE-ART CAFE

Hear the story of how Celia transformed a rundown farm in Bolton, Lancashire. Her inspiring seminar will explain the highs and lows of setting up a new farm diversification business, covering how to overcome planning permission hurdles, market research on over 185 venues, securing grant funding and sponsorship, obtaining bank funding, PR and marketing and lessons learnt along the way. This seminar is filled with essential advice if you’re thinking about diversifying your farm.

How I Transformed A Rundown

Farm Into Something Wonderful

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

One of the original ‘dragons’, Doug left the ‘den’ to dedicate his time to helping entrepreneurs set up in business for themselves, earning a host of industry awards in the process.


16.00 - 16.45

SEMINAR HALL 1

Friday 11.00 - 11.45

GROWING YOUR SMALL BUSINESS


Fans of the BBC TV series Dragon’s Den with long memories will remember Doug Richard as one of the dragons in the first two series. He’s a technology and software entrepreneur of more than 20 years, in which time he was President and CEO of Micrografx, and founded and sold two other companies, Visual Software and ITAL Computers.

As a serial entrepreneur with a degree in psychology from the University of California, Doug is uniquely qualified to create and deliver effective training in how to start and run a profitable business. He was the founder and Vice-Chairman of the Cambridge Angels and Chairman of the Conservative Party Small Business Task Force.

Doug was an Honorary Recipient of The Queen’s Award for Enterprise Promotion in 2006 and became a fellow of the RSA the following year. He founded the School For Startups in 2008, helping people start more profitable businesses by teaching thousands of business people face-to-face and through online classes. This work gained him the Enterprise Educator Of The Year award from the National Council on Graduate Employment in 2010.

Join former BBC Dragon and serial entrepreneur, Doug Richard, as he takes you through his key steps to start-up success. Doug will answer any and all of your questions in this fun and informative session, so if you have a business to grow, or a burning question about your start-up, come along for some clear, candid and jargon-free advice from one of the most respected business mentors in the world.

Growing Your Small Business

Celia Gaze, Successfully Diversified Her Farm

Doug Richard, Former BBC Dragon And Serial Entrepreneur

Clive Rich has been a lawyer for 30 years, originally qualifying as a barrister. Working in-house at major multinationals such as Sony, Bertelsmann and Warner, he has also run his own law firm in association with Olswang, the UK top 30 law firm, and represented hundreds of clients from major tech companies like My Space and San disk, to SMEs of all shapes and sizes. He now runs LawBite – an online legal service providing ‘Simple law for small companies’. Many small companies avoid law firms, believing they are too expensive, slow and difficult to understand. Lawbite believes the law is for everyone, and keeps small companies safe and sound at a price they can afford. LawBite restores trust in the law by providing simple, affordable contracts in plain English, a suite of editing and sharing tools and a virtual law firm of LawBriefs wrapped around the platform. It also tailors its offering for different industry sectors. It’s the law as it should be, minus the marble hallways and mahogany boardrooms.

LAW FOR LANDOWNERSClive is a certified superstar on the global business stage. Earning the nickname of ‘The £10 Billion Negotiator’ from his work with mega-corps like Sony, Apple and Tesco, he’s never forgotten how crucial good legal advice is for start-ups and SMEs.

Small companies are often too busy to take care of the legal requirements of their business. They also think lawyers are generally slow, expensive, and make things difficult to understand. This lawyer agrees with them. As a result, many SMEs don’t bother with the law – but that’s risky. Clive’s unique seminar shows that law can be easy, affordable and simple – helping you avoid making mistakes that could cost your business revenue, profits and exit valuations. Can you afford not to attend?

Don’t Turn Your

Green Fields Into A

Legal Jungle

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS


15.00 - 15.45

LIFE. BUSINESS. JUST GOT EASIER.

Don’t let the jeans, tattoos and T-shirt fool you; Brad’s a true entrepreneur. Brought up on a council estate, he has no qualifications, spent years on the dole and started his first business in 2006 with £25,000 of personal debt. He delivered pizzas to keep his start-up business afloat and his dream alive. That business, 4Networking, revitalised a once tired UK business networking scene that it now domi-nates by running over 6,000 events each year!

Brad packs halls with his standing-room-only seminars and he’s regarded as the UK’s number

In a world of pressed suits, crisp shirts and conservative ties – or even worse, comedy ties – you underestimate this T-shirt sporting skinhead at your peril. Brad is the very definition of a self-made man, with his own unique take on business that speaks to everyman.


17.00 - 17.45

The UK’s number one motivational business speaker is back. Sometimes provocative, at times hilarious, always inspiring. In what is sure to be a riot of a keynote seminar, Brad will bring his trademark down-to-Earth approach to explaining the world of business and how to make it easier. And we’re promised this session will also tackle that small topic of… life! Be sure to arrive early; it’s always a lock out.


Life. Business. Just Got Easier.

one motivational business speaker; Dragons Den star, Theo Paphitis refers to him as, “A northern Anthony Robbins.” The author of three books, including the highest rated business book on Amazon, Brad’s latest book, LIFE. BUSINESS. JUST GOT EASIER. is currently storming the charts. Brad will change the way you approach your life, business and direction forever.

Clive Rich, The £10Bn Negotiator

Brad Burton, Business Motivational Speaker

HALL 1 THURSDAY SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE

11.00 - 11.45Ken WarnerEnergy RenewalsEnergy Made Simple

Ken Warner will be discussing how to obtain the right gas/electricity contract for your specific needs, how the renewal process works and the variety of tariffs offered by suppliers and things to look out for such as “hidden charges” which are not always mentioned when obtaining prices. He will also discuss some of the problems facing small to medium businesses when trying to switch suppliers and resolve contractual disputes.

12.00 - 12.45Ray NobleRenewable Energy AssociationSolar Energy and opportunities for Farmers

Solar PV offers some unique opportunities for Farmers from the use of farm building roofs to generate electricity and protect against future price rises to using the Fields, or renting the fields to developers, to generate electricity to be sold to the grid. Government provides subsidies to make this commercially viable.

13.00 - 13.45Ian Butter FRICS MRTPIRural & Urban Planning ConsultancyMaximising Farm & Estate Business through the Town Planning System

The Town Planning system is changing rapidly with new opportunities and constraints appearing almost too frequently to keep pace with. However, recent legislative and market changes are allowing greater flexibility within the rural sector. Drawing on the speakers 35 years in professional practice this seminar will outline the current potential for using the planning system to your advantage; highlighting areas of opportunity and some of the potential pitfalls.

14.00 - 14.45Bill Browncottages4you by Wyndham Vacation RentalsMaking Your Holiday Home Work Harder For You

From guidance on what holidaymakers expect to tips on how to market your property and choosing between an agency or directory; cottages4you will help make your holiday home work harder for you. Ideal for everyone involved in holiday letting, whether you have years of experience or are just considering taking the plunge.

15.00 - 15.45Carl GurneyJelf group PLCInsurance for Operators of Renewable Energy Systems

The seminar is to explain the insurance requirements for operators of Renewable Energy Systems. Giving an explanation of the main insurance requirements that should be considered, along with sharing claims experiences.

16.00 - 16.45Nick HolmesChavereysAssessing your tax structure in just 45 minutes

Nick will demonstrate how to appraise your taxation structure in just 45 minutes and how to achieve a flexible and tax efficient structure that is appropriate for the future direction of your business.

17.00 - 17.45Nick MoriarityERCARopes Courses – All YOU should know

What exactly is a ropes course? Perhaps a mile long zip line, an “adventure park” like Go Ape in trees or something similar inside a barn, an “obstacle” course over water or a challenge used by top corporations. More than 25 million people take part on one every year across Europe. Learn about relevant standards and legislation, why some work and some don’t and how to maximise your investment.


HALL 1 FRIDAY SPECIALIST KNOWLEDGE

11.00 - 11.45Doug RichardSchool for StartupsGrowing your Small Business

Former BBC Dragon and serial entrepreneur Doug Richard will take you through his key steps to startup success and will be answering any and all of your questions, so if you’ve got a business to grow, or a burning question about your startup, come along for some clear, candid and jargon-free advice.

13.00 - 13.45Carl GurneyJelf group PLCInsurance for Operators of Renewable Energy Systems

The seminar is to explain the insurance requirements for operators of Renewable Energy Systems. Giving an explanation of the main insurance requirements that should be considered, along with sharing claims experiences.

12.00 - 12.45Alastair CarnergieTotal Energy Solutions LtdEnergy purchasing – Making the complex simple

We all know that energy brokers can save money on energy bills, but buying energy is a complex and confusing industry, so how do you ensure you don’t get ripped off? Alastair dispels the myths surrounding the industry and tells you all you need to know about how to choose the right deal for you. Also, learn the dos and don’ts when expanding or diversifying.

14.00 - 14.45Simon HayleyAgriChatUKHow to use social media effectively for maximum business benefit

The relationship between farming, technology and innovation is well-established. Inserting social media into this mix is a great chance to complement existing business activities in respect of marketing, networking and communications, and can help to realise new opportunities. This talk will explain how the rural industry is currently using such digital communications tools and what the future looks like for increased adoption, with focus on case studies of both the benefits and pitfalls of its use.

15.00 - 15.45Guy WarrenUPM TilhillThe Woodland & Forestry Market in England

Forestry & woodland businesses have resolutely bucked the wider economic trend since 2008 with demand for property continuing un-abated in 2013 coming from a wide spectrum of buyers. Hot of the heals of the recently launched UPM Tilhill & Savills Forest Market Report 2013 we shall explore these market trends and their drivers before considering what the future for woodland values in England might look like.


MORE SEMINARS COMING SOON!There’s no need to book for any of the seminars* but places are on a first-come, first-served basis, so get there early to avoid disappointment.

* Content and speakers are subject to change. The digital show guide and seminar timetable will be updated online prior to the show, so please check www.thefarmingshow.co.uk for the latest information.

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HALL 2 THURSDAY BUSINESS ADVICE

11.00 - 11.45Barry JefferdGeorge Hay Chartered AccountantsTax traps of diversification

It is well known that Agriculture has many favourable tax advantages such as Farmers’ Averaging and Agricultural Property Relief. As farmers/landowners seek to diversify do these valuable reliefs still apply? HMRC are always seeking to deny these advantages and often see diversification as a good excuse for close investigation. Barry will point out the traps that need to be avoided as well as the opportunities for further tax planning.

12.00 - 12.45Barry DaviesDavies & CoFarm to Farm Attraction – Top tips and how to deal with the red tape!

Dealing with the red tape – planning permission, highways, business rates, ecology, grant aid, etc. Practical examples of diversification projects to be given.

13.00 - 13.45John TuckerThe Woodland TrustTrees and Woods – a forgotten resource

This talk introduces recent research undertaken for the Woodland Trust by sustainability consultants Best Foot Forward, into how native trees support sustainability issues in the dairy and top fruit sectors. It reviews the factors affecting sustainability; the functions that non-cropping trees deliver and puts the benefits in the context of what really matters to farmers and businesses. The research also looks at supply chains and how to influence farm practice.

14.00 - 14.45Mark CharterBlake LapthornDiversification: getting it right legally

Mark will highlight some of the common legal pitfalls to be avoided and issues to be aware of in considering diversification strategies. His talk will cover a wide range of diversification possibilities including renewable energy, commercial ventures, philanthropic approaches, land-share and other alternative land uses.

15.00 - 15.45Clive RichLawBite LimitedDon’t turn your green fields into a legal jungle

Small Companies are often too busy to take care of the legal requirements of their business. They also think lawyers are generally slow, expensive, and makes things difficult to understand. This lawyer agrees with them. As a result many SME’s don’t bother with the law – but that’s risky. This talk shows that law can be easy, affordable and simple – helping you avoid making mistakes that cost your business revenue, profits and exit valuations.

16.00 - 16.45Celia GazeThe Wellbeing FarmHow I transformed a run-down farm into something wonderful – a great farm diversification story

The story of how a run-down farm in Bolton, Lancashire was transformed – covering the high’s and low’s of setting up a new farm diversification business covering overcoming planning permission hurdles, market research on over 185 venues, securing grant funding and sponsorship, obtaining bank funding, PR and marketing and lessons learnt along the way.

17.00 - 17.45Brad Burton4NetworkingLife. Business. Just got easier.

The UK’s #1 Motivational Business Speaker is back. Sometimes provocative. At times hilarious. ALWAYS Inspiring. Brought up on a council estate, he’s got no qualifications, spent years on dole and started his first business in 2006 with £25K of personal debt! That business 4Networking is now the largest joined up business network in the UK, running over 6,000 events each year. Brad will change the way you approach your life and business forever. Be sure to arrive early, it’s ALWAYS a lock out.


HALL 2 FRIDAY BUSINESS ADVICE

11.00 - 11.45Ray HipkinChartered Safety PractitionerMaking sense of health and safety

Complying with health and safety requirements for many is an enigma and looks extremely challenging. This session is designed to show that, with a little properly targeted help from a specialist, it can be done without a lot of pain when issues are dealt with in a proper, timely manner. It will also inform you of how to Keep It Sublimely Simple.

13.00 - 13.45Ben PughFarmDrop LtdA new era of retailing: How to take advantage of online food retail trends

This seminar will explore ways farmers can take advantage of one of the fastest growing areas in retail: online grocery shopping. Online shopping is one of the only meaningful growth drivers in UK grocery at the moment, and research suggests the market is set to double to £11.2bn by 2016. With more consumer spending migrating online, this session will examine the main obstacles, trends and opportunities for producers in this emerging route to market.

14.00 - 14.45Richard JennerOpenfieldTaking the risk out of Grain Marketing

When selling grain volatility is a growing concern and with information in abundance how do you evaluate its significance? Richard will explore attitudes to risk and market drivers, how to assess these factors and how they influence you in developing your grain marketing plan.

12.00 - 12.45Mark CharterBlake LapthornDiversification: getting it right legally

Mark will highlight some of the common legal pitfalls to be avoided and issues to be aware of in considering diversification strategies. His talk will cover a wide range of diversification possibilities including renewable energy, commercial ventures, philanthropic approaches, land-share and other alternative land uses.

15.00 - 15.45Matthew HeastNational Farm Attractions NetworkPractical ways of enforcing the code of practise

Practical ways of bringing your farm park or animal attraction up to the new code of practice standard, as experienced by Matthew a farm park operator.

16.00 - 16.45Barry JefferdGeorge Hay Chartered AccountantsTax traps of diversification

It is well known that Agriculture has many favourable tax advantages such as Farmers’ Averaging and Agricultural Property Relief. As farmers/landowners seek to diversify do these valuable reliefs still apply? HMRC are always seeking to deny these advantages and often see diversification as a good excuse for close investigation. Barry will point out the traps that need to be avoided as well as the opportunities for further tax planning.




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HALL 3 THURSDAY IDEAS AND RESOURCES

11.00 - 11.45Jae MatherHW Fisher & CompanyHow to Profit through Sustainability: Opportunities for Farm and Land Owners

As environmental pressures associated with increased energy and supply costs and early impacts of climate change steadily increase; the very fabric of business is changing and forcing business to change at an unprecedented rate. With that said there are ample opportunities to increase operation efficiency, tackle supply-chain issues and to profit through energy generation. The potential for farm and land owners to profit through sustainability is now greater than ever.

12.00 - 12.45Cameron RoucherRathinny EstateWhy England, Why now- The development of a vineyard on a 600 acre arable farm

An explanation of why it is now feasible to grow wine grapes in the UK, and the challenges of setting up Rathfinny Estate.

13.00 - 13.45Charles Forbes AdamEscrick Park EstateA Rural Revolution – The transformation of a traditional Yorkshire estate

After a brief history of Escrick Park Estate, the seminar will demonstrate how planning permissions and new income streams have dramatically increased both cash flow and profitability of the business as well as reducing reliance upon farm income and agricultural rents. Increased income has also enabled the estate to dramatically improve biodiversity in an arable farming area.

14.00 - 14.45Ian BurrowsNewhay FeedsFarmer’s Weekly Diversification Farmer of the Year

Ian Burrows was the worthy winner of the title of 2012 Farmers Weekly Diversification Farmer of the Year. His relentless drive and enthusiasm for innovation – and his determination to get new products to market – meant Ian pipped the other two finalists at the post. By embracing new-thinking, he shows it is possible for smaller family farms to thrive, not just survive.

15.00 - 15.45Alastair CarnergieTotal Energy Solutions LtdEnergy purchasing – Making the complex simple

We all know that energy brokers can save money on energy bills, but buying energy is a complex and confusing industry, so how do you ensure you don’t get ripped off? Alastair dispels the myths surrounding the industry and tells you all you need to know about how to choose the right deal for you. Also, learn the dos and don’ts when expanding or diversifying.

16.00 - 16.45Steve Heap, General Secretary of AFOThe Association of Festival OrganisersBeware of Parachute Artists (a Festival on your farm?)

Farm land and country parks are the sought after venues for new festivals. How would yours be successful when so many fail? Can you be different enough – you need qualified professionals just like a solicitor or accountants. Don’t think it’s as easy a birthday party.

17.00 - 17.45Professor Roy SeamanFranchise Development Services LtdHow to Franchise Your Business

Based on the presenting Company’s 31 years of experience they will outline how a Company can prepare themselves for expansion by Franchising. A brief walk through of the three main stages will provide a valuable insight for owners of a successful business that are considering expansion by Franchising.


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11.00 - 11.45Charles Forbes AdamEscrick Park EstateA Rural Revolution – The transformation of a traditional Yorkshire estate

After a brief history of Escrick Park Estate, the seminar will demonstrate how planning permissions and new income streams have dramatically increased both cash flow and profitability of the business as well as reducing reliance upon farm income and agricultural rents. Increased income has also enabled the estate to dramatically improve biodiversity in an arable farming area.

13.00 - 13.45Mike Donovan Practical Farm Ideas magazineNiche markets: the next retail revolution

Editor of Practical Farm Ideas, farm cost cutting guru, dairy farmer, former editor of Retail Business, Mike will be advising on the future of farming’s relationship with supermarkets - and it’s not as bleak as you might think! There will new opportunities opening up for those in the right place

12.00 - 12.45Colin TaylorThe Parasol GroupFarm diversification – have you considered man’s best friend?

Do you have a lifetime’s experience in looking after animals? Why not use it to generate income through boarding, breeding or training dogs? The Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963 requires that premises for boarding dogs must be licensed by the local authority. Colin Taylor explains how to obtain a licence, how to choose the best kennel building and what returns you can expect.

14.00 - 14.45Ray HoleLappset, in association with Ray Hole ArchitectsLappset presents mini attractions for all weather conditions: turn your land into a valuable asset, whatever the weatherAttraction operators take weather seriously because visitors have always made weather related decisions. Even the most agile attractions are not immune from the impacts of volatile weather. Lappset, in association with specialist attraction designers Ray Hole Architects, outlines a shift in strategic approach that actually thrives on different weather types, promoting increased and repeat visitation, and generating higher revenues from the experiences that diverse climatic characteristics can provide.

15.00 - 15.45Simon MellinRoaming RoosterTaking local to the masses

More and more consumers are starting to buy local as they look to understand the provenance of their weekly shop. But how do you take the term local and offer it to the masses? Simon Mellin, owner of Roaming Roosters, talks about how he has opened the doors to a UK-wide market, while remaining true to his Lancashire farming and butchery roots.




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12.00 - 12.45Simon PainBillow FarmDiversification After Foot & Mouth

In 2001 Simon found himself the tenant on a farm that had been devastated by foot & mouth. With no machinery, little capital and 1000 acres to farm Simon had to turn to diversification in order to survive. Come and learn from one farmer’s story of how he turned near disaster into success.

13.00 - 13.45Doug JacksonAG Advisory LLpBalancing your Business: the See Saw of Diversification

A successful diversification enterprise can boost farm profit, provide an opportunity for another member of the family to join the business and maximise the use of business assets but it can also result in increased business debt, higher risk and reduced profits. Doug Jackson will talk through the process of identifying opportunities and making them happen but protecting the core business at the same time.

14.00 - 14.45Kate Beavan Kate’s Country SchoolFarming, Lecturing and Russell Brand!

Offering a wide range of courses in including topics such as Butchery, Sheep shearing and Cider Making, Kate has managed to find a way to combine her love of farming and the countryside with a great way to diversify without disrupting the everyday working farm. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to hear her story.

15.00 - 15.45Danielle and LouiseCountry Land & Business AssociationDelivering new housing stock and protecting existing housing stock in the countryside

This seminar will cover new opportunities to deliver housing through use of national policies alongside the taxation implications of such activity. For those wishing to rent out new or existing housing stock, the seminar will also look at minimum energy performance requirements. The availability of £800 million grant per annum designed to assist landlords to deliver energy efficient housing will be explored alongside the taxation treatment of the private rented sector.

16.00 - 16.45Melanie EdwardsonEdwardson Associates LtdDiversification in the rural business sector: the need to pursue and secure flexible and appropriate planning consents

This seminar explores some of the current opportunities in diversification and the critical need to exploit planing, considering the impact and effect of the National Planning Policy Framework and other recent Government initiatives.

17.00 - 17.45Keith ArkleSage UKSlash your running costs using online applications: A Case Study

Using a real business as an example we will show you how using online technology in your business will reduce your running costs, free up your cash flow and give you the flexibility to get time back or scale with ease. This seminar is ideal if you’re worried about the costs of starting up or expanding or are already trading and would simply like to reduce your costs.


11.00 - 11.45Charles GullandWigwam® HolidaysThe Power of Wigwam® for Business Success

With a track record of over two decades in building wooden cabins from sustainable home grown timber, Charles Gulland, the original innovator of the camping pod and founder of the first ‘glamping holiday’ business, demonstrates how his unique and proven business model has helped farm businesses diversify and maximize revenue. Charles will talk about how Wigwam® Holidays can support your business with the benefits of being part of one of the UK’s biggest alternative holiday brands.

HALL 4 FRIDAY FUTURE FOR DIVERSIFICATION

11.00 - 11.45Mike Townsend OBEWoodland TrustIntegrating trees in to farming systems

The challenge for farming is how to maintain or increase production, whilst also protecting the environment and delivering ‘ecosystem services’. Thoughtful and targeted integration of trees in to farming systems has the potential to increase the sustainability and resilience of farming, whilst also providing wider public benefits for water management, flood mitigation, biodiversity and landscape, carbon storage soil conservation and so on. Research from the UK and other temperate farming systems shows how this can be achieved in ways which can benefits UK farming.

13.00 - 13.45Ian BurrowsNewhay Feed LtdFarmer’s Weekly Diversification Farmer of the Year

Ian Burrows was the worthy winner of the title of 2012 Farmers Weekly Diversification Farmer of the Year. His relentless drive and enthusiasm for innovation – and his determination to get new products to market – meant Ian pipped the other two finalists at the post. By embracing new-thinking, he shows it is possible for smaller family farms to thrive, not just survive.

12.00 - 12.45Justin MumfordLockhart Garratt LtdMaking Woodlands Work – Why you should manage your woods

The challenge for farming is how to maintain or increase production, whilst also protecting the environment and delivering ‘ecosystem services’. Thoughtful and targeted integration of trees in to farming systems has the potential to increase the sustainability and resilience of farming, whilst also providing wider public benefits for water management, flood mitigation, biodiversity and landscape, carbon storage soil conservation and so on.

14.00 - 14.45Alistair SawdaySwadaysSpecial Places to Stay

Hear the fascinating story of how Alistair’s passion for finding unusual holiday accommodation turned into an inter-national business. His seminar will explain how he supports UK landowners looking into regeneration, eco-friendly ventures and tourism. Drawing on real-world examples, Alistair will inspire you with successful case studies that include the Treehouse at Harptree Court to inspire and encourage you in your dreams of developing or diversifying your land.

15.00 - 15.45Richard EdwardsLC EnergyTrees To Heat, Benefits of a Sustainable Woodfuel Supply Chain

Exploring the developing woodfuel market with a focus on the supply chain opportunities for foresters and landowners, not only from the point of view of timber supply but also the other potential benefits that a local woodfuel supply chain can offer.




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11.00 - 11.45Dr Lydia SmithNIABKnowledge Exchange and Help with Diversification

I will describe how NIAB Innovation Farm (IF) provides a source of information about opportunities in the rural environment. IF has a specific remit to work with small businesses and provide practical help to enable diversification or to set up new businesses. I will refer to some of the exciting innovations in crop science that have emerged recently and how they could impact on farmers/growers or business using farmed material.

15.00 - 15.45Mark Jagger/ Charles PayneBQP British Quality Pigs (a part a Dalehead Foods)BQP, our supply chain and opportunities within.

Mark will give an overview of BQP’s history and our unique partnership with Waitrose.He will then be discussing the benefits of mix farming and the opportunities there are to diversify into modern day, high welfare pig production with a guaranteed income. A BQP producer will also be on hand to answer any questions!

12.00 - 12.45Ian Butter, Barry Davies, Fenella Collins, Tony Kenron Panel SessionPermitted Development Rights - A Step In The Right Direction?

Some building projects don’t need planning permission. This is known as ‘permitted development rights’. This panel session will be unmissable for any land owner who is either about to undertake, or considering, a schedule of work. You’ll find out the types of work that you can undertake without planning permission as our panel explains the benefits, with some surprising opportunities for forward-thinking land owners.

16.00 - 16.45Geoff Mills BowersActivSure A/SCost saving and environmental solutions for drinking water and agricultural/horticultural disinfection

A presentation of new technologies for the treatment of water for humans/animals and disinfection in many aspect of agriculture/horticulture. The presentation is relevant to all audiences, from a single small holder to a large enterprise.

13.00 - 13.45Carl BenfieldPrescient Power LtdPowering Profitable Farming

But what technologies are right for you? How can you overcome the high capital costs often involved? How certain of future savings and income can you be? This high-energy talk focusses on the key information needed to make an educated choice.

17.00 - 17.45Gary RichardsonAccess to FarmsOpen Your Farm to Visitors

This seminar will take you through the implications and guidelines of the new Industry Code of Practice for safe farm visits.




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15.00 - 15.45Rob SandersonOpenfieldHow do arable farmers get closer to the consumer?

With 24 million tonnes of crops grown in the UK each year and very little of this sold directly to consumers how can farmers engage on a scale to capture some of the value & make a difference? Our cereal supply chains are challenging and with consumers increasingly concerned around security of supply, provenance and traceability this presents an opportunity for a more collaborative approach. Rob will explore recent progress.

14.00 - 14.45James GrossBarton WillmoreTurning your land into a strategic development opportunity

Development offers the ultimate in diversification for a land owner, but what does a strategic development opportunity look like? In this session our Planners and Masterplanners of new settlements, communities, business, leisure and energy facilities will outline some of the criteria we can use to identify key development opportunities that offer not only a grass routes approach but also a real legacy investment for land owners.

11.00 - 11.45Doug JacksonAG Advisory LLPBalancing your Business: the See Saw of Diversification

A successful diversification enterprise can boost farm profit, provide an opportunity for another member of the family to join the business and maximise the use of business assets but it can also result in increased business debt, higher risk and reduced profits. Doug Jackson will talk through the process of identifying opportunities and making them happen but protecting the core business at the same time.

12.00 - 12.45Tim WillisHarrison Clark RickerbysRisk Allocation in EPC Contracts

Any significant renewables project will involve entering into a formal contract for the design supply and construction of the project and also making arrangements to manage operational risks and ongoing maintenance requirements. Purchasers are often farm businesses with little or no experience of negotiation long term technical contracts. The seminar will consider the key issues on risk allocation by reference to contracts for ground mounted solar PV and AD plants.




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11.00 - 11.45Digby SummerhillLightsource Renewable Energy LimitedGuarantee your income Whatever the Weather

Bad weather can mean poor returns, but not with large scale solar development. This seminar will provide infor-mation to all landowners looking to diversify their land and income through the development of a solar farm. Topics will cover the business case for solar, funding options, common misconceptions, site selection, different agreement structures and how to choose the right developer to work with.

11.00 - 11.45Toddington Harper BELECTRIC UK How to Benefit from Solar Power

Solar power (PV) is more efficient than photosynthesis - i.e. You can obtain more energy from solar panels than you can with biomass, and together with subsidies, generate more money than you can from crops. BELECTRIC are the world market leader in developing and constructing both solar farms and solar rooftop systems. Toddington will be high-lighting how to seize the best opportunities from UK solar.

15.00 - 15.45Alan Hammond and Carl HaynesOrchard ConsultancySetting Up and Managing a Camp Site

Overview of farm diversification options with emphasis on campsite development from conception to commission includ-ing financial, planning and other considerations based on current ‘hands on’ experience. A look at the routes to market and the strengths and weaknesses they include. The advantages of running a campsite as a secondary or bolt on business.

14.00 - 14.45Julian MartinICE Renewables LtdWind Turbines: Overcoming Barriers to Success in an Uncertain Climate

Since the Feed-In-Tariff was introduced, the UK’s Small & Me-dium Wind Industry has been on a roller-coaster ride across an ever changing political and financial landscape. This presenta-tion will highlight some of the major challenges that are cur-rently facing the distributed wind turbine industry; what can be done to overcome them, and what needs to happen to ensure the long-term success of wind turbine projects in the farming sector.

16.00 - 16.45Mark TurnerLightsource Renewable Energy LimitedMaking the most of your land, what else canyou do if you have a solar farm

Solar farms provide attractive farmland diversification options like grazing, biodiversity & habitat enhancement. Solar farm equipment and infrastructure usually only occupy 30% of the rented area and therefore there are plenty of opportunities to put the land to good use further.The seminar will cover land management options and scenarios on how you can make the most out of your land if you are thinking of diversifying with a solar farm.

16.00 - 16.45Alan Hammond and Carl HaynesOrchard ConsultancySetting Up and Managing a Camp Site

Overview of farm diversification options with emphasis on campsite development from conception to commission includ-ing financial, planning and other considerations based on current ‘hands on’ experience. A look at the routes to market and the strengths and weaknesses they include. The advantages of running a campsite as a secondary or bolt on business.

12.00 - 12.45Julian MartinICE Renewables LtdWind Turbines: Overcoming Barriers to Success in an Uncertain Climate

Since the Feed-In-Tariff was introduced, the UK’s Small & Me-dium Wind Industry has been on a roller-coaster ride across an ever changing political and financial landscape. This presenta-tion will highlight some of the major challenges that are cur-rently facing the distributed wind turbine industry; what can be done to overcome them, and what needs to happen to ensure the long-term success of wind turbine projects in the farming sector.

12.00 - 12.45Benjamin BodartODA UKSucceed in a volatile market

Agribusinesses face significant risks in today’s increasingly complex and volatile agricultural commodity markets. This seminar will introduce 4 steps which will help you turn volatility into an opportunity, rather than a threat; understanding key fundamental and macroeconomic drivers, following relevant market information and analysis, learning how to use all grain marketing and risk management tools, applying these tools and this information to a proactive and adaptable marketing strategy.

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PANEL SESSION: PERMITTED DEVELOPMENT RIGHTS - A STEP IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION?Don’t miss this unique opportunity to hear four leading figures in diversification discuss the key issue of permitted developments in a live forum. Find out how your land based business could benefit!

TONY KERNONKernon Countryside Consultants

FENELLA COLLINSCountry Land & Business Association

BARRY DAVIESDavies & Co

IAN BUTTERRural & Urban Planning Consultancy

We’ve gathered together a must-see panel session for the show, drawing together some of the leading figures in diversification for what promises to be a fantastic highlight of the seminar schedule. Whether you already have a change of use in mind for your land or buildings, or you’re looking for inspiration or a better understanding of what the legislation means for the future of your land, you’ll be sure to gain valuable insights from these industry leaders.

This is a unique chance to hear key figures from different areas of diversification in open debate, as they discuss the different ways that farmers, rural businesses, land and estate owners can maximise the

opportunities of permitted development rights to realise the full potential of their businesses. With two consultancies, a chartered surveyor and an association dedicated to supporting landowners, the panellists include Ian Butter, Rural & Urban Planning Consultancy; Barry Davies, Davies & Co; Fenella Collins, Country Land & Business Association; and Tony Kernon, Kernon Countryside Consultants.

This is a remarkable panel of speakers, whose combined knowledge and years of experience are sure to illuminate and inform the way you grow and develop your land based business. There will be

Some building projects don’t need planning permission. This is known as ‘permitted development rights’. This panel session will be unmissable for any land owner who is either about to undertake, or considering, a schedule of work. You’ll find out the types of work that you can undertake without planning permission as our panel explains the benefits, with some surprising opportunities for forward-thinking land owners.

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opportunity for you to ask your burning questions direct in this panel discussion, making this an essential session whether you’re looking for inspiration to help you understand how permitted development rights could benefit your business, or if you’re keen to learn more about the area that any of these practitioners specialise in.

There’s no need to book in advance for the panel session, but with such a diverse and experienced line-up, we expect places to fill up fast, so get there early to ensure you don’t miss out!

SEMINAR HALL 1

Friday 14.00 - 14.30


Agricultural TraderStand number F334The Agricultural Trader is a monthly publication dedicated to the agri-cultural industry and those involved with agriculture as a whole. We cover the whole of the UK & Ireland.01271 341652www.agriculturaltrader.co.uk

National Farmers’ Retail & Markets Association Ltd (FARMA)Stand number F340FARMA is a member-owned, UK-wide co-operative dedicated to supporting and developing farm shops and direct sales from the farm to consumer. Farm shops are chal-lenging but, with professional man-agement, can offer good returns on investment, with cafes and other options for further diversification. 0845 45 88 420www.farma.org.uk

BusinessesForSale.com Stand number 248 (The Business Show)BusinessesForSale.com connects business buyers and sellers. Withover 61,000 businesses in 130 countries worldwide, the website is the world’s largest businesses for sale marketplace, attracting over one million unique users every month. www.businessesforsale.com

Farming Online Limited Stand number F254Farming Online supplies news, weather and prices information to UK agriculture. Business grade telecoms Broadband, line rental/calls and mobiles. Farm finance specialising in renewable energy. Technical solutions as smart phone Apps, web site design and construction. Established 1995. 08709090902www.farming.co.uk

Countryside AllianceStand number F634Countryside Alliance has in its short life become the major British campaigning organisation on rural issues. With around 100,000 members the Countryside Alliance defends and promotes country sports and rural life at Parliament, in the media and on the ground.020 7840 9200www.countryside-alliance.org

Holiday Parks ManagementOur goal is to help clients to source supplies and services, providing a professional website and magazine, with B2B suppliers to the holiday park industry. Our experienced staff offer a service that is designed to improve performance and help with holiday park management.01432 263219www.holidayparksmanagement.com

The National Farmers’ UnionStand number F450The National Farmers Union (NFU) Farm Energy Service is delivered by Fisher German and Farm Energy Centre. It provides NFU members with a complete renewables, energy efficiency package and energy contract management package.0870 844 5700www.nfufarmenergyservice.com

Practical Farm IdeasPractical Farm Ideas features clever ideas made and developed by farmers and engineers - who, having made it for themselves, are happy to share the idea with others. Posted to subscribers, the 48-page magazine is published quarterly. 01994 240978www.farmideas.co.uk

Royal Agricultural Society of EnglandSince 1840, the Royal Agricultural Society of England has played a leading role in the rapid agricultural progress of the 19th and 20th Centuries. RASE aims to be the independent voice for the interpreta-tion and application of science and best practice that seeks to optimise agriculture and food resources to ensure a secure global future.02476 858 252www.rase.org.uk

Smallholder MagazineSmallholder magazine is the leading monthly publication for the small producer and self-reliant house-hold and has a publishing history spanning more than 100 years. The magazine is available nationally and has a reputation for quality and informed editorial content. www.smallholder.co.uk/

Soil AssociationStand number F644The Soil Association is the UK’s leading environmental charity campaigning for sustainable, organic farming and championing human health.0117 314 5000www.soilassociation.org/

Country Land & Business AssociationStand number F324The CLA offers essential support to all types of landowner whatever the size of their acreage. The CLA provides its members with free and unlimited specialist advice on every aspect of landownership. Anyone who owns rural land will benefit from joining the CLA. To find out more, visit www.cla.org.uk020 7460 7935www.cla.org.uk

OUR SUPPORTERSFarm Business Innovation would like to thank all of our partners and supporters for their help and assistance in launching the show.

National Farmer Digital Farming magazine Stand number F462National Farmer is the world’s first digital magazine for the UK agricultural Industry. The publication offers a unique and varied editorial content; focusing on the latest farming news, renewable technology and how the modern farmer can diversify on their farm.01202 666602www.nationalfarmer.net

National Farm Attractions Network NFAN)Stand number F456The National Farm Attractions Network (NFAN) is the only co-operative group established to provide professional assistance and support to Farm and Rural Diversification Enterprises. The NFAN is unique, as the only independent national cooperative for farm and rural attractions.01536 513397www.farmattractions.net

EXHIBITOR LISTINGS


EXHIBITOR LISTINGS


Abaco Mobile Home Group Stand number F636Abaco, is a family run business. we look after our customers needs and re-quirements to the full. We supply tem-porary accommodation, to all walks of life.Insurance companies, farmers for extra staffing around harvest, extra living space. granny annex. mobile homes give you freedom & space ,01621774084www.abacomobilehomes.co.uk

Access to FarmsStand number F562Access to Farms is a partnership of or-ganisations dedicated to offering sup-port to the industry which will enable them to offer first class educational farm visits in a safe and welcoming environment01422885566www.countrysidelearning.org

ActivSure Farm InnovationsStand number F624Cost saving and environmentally friendly water treatment and cleaning/disinfection systems that are safe for humans and animals. ActivSure gen-erators and smaller countertop units generate Hypochlorous Acid, one of the most powerful disinfection agents, created by nature herself.07706 509082www.ActivSure.com

AG Advisory LLPStand number F232AG Advisory LLP is a leading advisor to farms, estates and rural businesses. We provide modern and proactive advice to all types of business across the sector. Our core business service offerings are: strategic business advice, sustainability advice, research and investment and technology advice,.01435 81 38 38www.agad.co.uk

Albion Canvas CoStand number F550Stylish Canvas Tents for the glamping industry. Geodesic Domes, Safari lodges, Bell & Festy tents produced in our workshop in Wellington Somerset from the finest fabrics. Built to last and to provide the user with a sturdy, bright and cosy place to enjoy their holiday.01823 653034www.albioncanvas.co.uk

Anytime BookingStand number F330Anytime Booking is a complete online booking, reservation and management system for campsites, touring parks, holiday parks and self catering accom-modation providers.01326 574660www.anytimebooking.co.uk

Barton WillmoreStand number F246Barton Willmore provides town plan-ning and design services to developers, landowners and investors. Our 11 teams across the UK provide landown-ers with advice on what opportuni-ties for development might exist and connect you to the people who can make it reality. Come see us for a free site appraisal0118 943 0110www.bartonwillmore.co.uk

BELECTRIC UKStand number F220BELECTRIC are the world market leader in the design, development, financing, construction, operation, and maintenance of large scale solar pho-tovoltaic projects. We have completed 3,000 Rooftop Systems, 200 Solar Farms, and several Car Parks.01895 452 640www.belectric.co.uk

Blake LapthornStand number F646Blake Lapthorn is a law firm with over 90 partners and 300 lawyers across London, Oxford, Portsmouth and Southampton. Our Estates and Farms Group understand that estate ownership and farming are not just commercial enterprises, they are a way of life, with their own particular complexities.023 8090 8090www.bllaw.co.uk

BQP/Dalehead foodsStand number F352BQP is the agricultural arm of Dale-head foods, an integrated supply chain & the largest producer of high welfare pork in the UK. We are actively expanding to meet the demands of our customer, Waitrose & are offering exciting diversification opportunities, with stable cash flows & a guaranteed market07880187556www.dalehead.co.uk/about-pig-farming.html

British Solar RenewablesStand number F460British Solar Renewables builds, owns and operates a new generation of utility-scale renewable energy plants. It’s sister company, Ardenham Energy, specialises in the design and installa-tion of commercial roof mounted solar PV systems, heat pumps and biomass systems.01458 224900www.britishrenewables.com

Camping CabinsStand number F420Camping Cabins supply a unique range of quality timber campsite buildings along with comprehensive site survey, design and fitting services. Our Camping Cabins, Yurts, Arches (a great alternative to the camping pod) and bespoke Washroom/Utility buildings offer exceptional flexibility and returns0115 932 8888www.camping-cabins.co.uk

Carter Pumps LtdStand number F310If you are a farmer, smallholder, land or estate owner then you will understand what it means to be “off grid” with no access to mains water or mains sewers. Come and talk to Carter Pumps about developing your own private water supply. We can also help with sewage treatment systems.01380 734900www.carterpumps.co.uk

ChavereysStand number F24401795 594495www.chavereys.co.uk

Clear Sky Safari TentsStand number F540Clear Sky specialise in supplying the very highest quality safari and bell tents at the lowest possible cost. Our safari tents are manufactured to British standards, designed for year round usage with a lifespan of up to 10 years and are available in a range of colours, styles and sizes.0845 299 6484www.safaritents.net

Clive Ellis Woodland ManagementStand number F140Woodland management planning and support across a wide range of woodland types and owner objectives. Including: Inventory; Silvicultural guid-ance; Ancient woodland restoration; Surveying; Grant applications; Sales; Harvesting contracts; Woodland crea-tion; Woodfuel handling; Tree safety surveys01449 672655www.woodland-management.co.uk

COMBAT LASER GAMES (UK Distributor For Adventure Sports)Stand number F520UK Distributor for Adventure Sports (USA). Largest Suppliers in the UK of Outdoor & Indoor Combat Laser Equipment. Ideal business opportunity for anyone with spare woodland or vacant land. We can advise on field layout and game strategy. Center Parcs, Bluestone, Celtic Manor are among our clients01634 864173www.combatlasergames.com/TP-Welcome.htm

Complete Weed Control LtdStand number F452Established in 1972 Complete Weed Control Limited operates as a franchisor with 48 UK based fran-chises and a further 2 operating in the Republic of Ireland. Complete Weed Control offers a specialist contract ser-vice for the eradication of all problem weeds, wherever they appear. 01325 324277 www.completeweedcontrol.co.uk

Cottages 4 youStand number F424Cottages4you is the UK’s favourite holiday letting agency with over 30 years experience of supporting holiday home owners. Our market-leading brands offer holidaymakers the largest portfolio of hand-picked properties across the county.www.cottages4you.co.uk

CPL RenewablesStand number F234CPL Renewables are the leading UK specialists in supplying wood pellet heating solutions. We offer full turnkey solutions and with a wide range of packages available, including boilers, energy cabins, finance lease agreements, Energy Supply Contracts (ESCO’s) and of course wood pellet fuel.0845 6880013www.cplrenewables.co.uk

Davies & CoStand number F354Davies and Co is a well-established practice of Rural Consultants, Char-tered Surveyors, Agricultural Valuers and Lettings Agents, based in Ketter-ing, Northamptonshire. We provide a professional advice service tailored to Landowners, Farmers and Investors in the East Midlands and throughout the UK01536 524808www.daviesandco.co.uk

ECHOStand number F614ECHO is a design company manu-facturing unique low energy, off-site and off-grid modular buildings. At 3m squared our modules can stand alone as a garden room or be linked in any layout to create additional accom-modation, garden offices, studios or a dwellings for holiday lets.01556503858www.echomodular.co.uk

Edwardson AssociatesStand number F221 Edwardson Associates are specialists in Planning, Farm and Estate Diversifica-tion, Tourism, and Leisure. A small, committed team of qualified Town Planners, Chartered Surveyors and Architects offer a multi disciplinary consultancy operating from The Wash to The Borders and further afield.01377 249 720 www.edwardsonassociates.com

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A - ZA complete listing of all the exhibitors taking part in Farm Business Innovation at Olympia London.

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Energy Renewals LtdStand number F242As one of the UK’s leading energy consultancies, Energy Renewals is able to negotiate the best contracts and terms on behalf of our clients through our approved suppliers. We offer a fully managed end-to-end service to ensure our clients benefit from signifi-cant savings on their energy bills.0844 909 9001www.energyrenewals.co.uk

Farm Stay UKStand number F258Celebrating our 30th anniversary in 2013 Farm Stay UK is a nationwide membership co-operative representing over 1000 farms and country proper-ties providing Quality Assessed Bed & Breakfast, Self Catering, Caravan and Camping and alternative accommoda-tion including yurts and shepherds huts.024 76 696909www.farmstay.co.uk

George Hay Stand number F566George Hay has been providing profes-sional audit, accountancy, taxation and business advisory services since 1939. We provide specialist advice to a diverse range of businesses, helping them to fulfil their accounting needs, as well as deal with their financial issues and concerns.01480 426500www.georgehay.co.uk

Holiday CottagesStand number F454Holiday Cottages are one of the UK’s leading independent holiday letting agents. With everything from cosy cottages to barn conversions, our dedicated property managers ensure that our relationship with our owners is just as good as it is with our 167,000 holiday makers.01237 459809www.holidaycottages.co.uk

HW Fisher Sustainability Stand number F356HW Fisher & Company is a firm of Chartered Accountants with a multi award-winning department in sustain-ability. Bringing together accounting and sustainable business, bespoke sup-port is given in the form of: Carbon, energy & solutions audit. Training. CSR Strategy/policy creation, EMS support etc020 7388 7000www.hwfisher.co.uk/sustainability

ICE Renewables LtdStand number F512Specialist in medium sized and MW wind projects ranging from 50kW - 1.5MW turbines, ICE has a proven track record with farmers for the de-velopment and delivery of an unrivaled ‘Complete Wind Solution’ package. We offer supply, planning, design, build and operations and maintenance.01609 749103www.icerenewables.com

Inflatable World Leisure LtdStand number F524We are the recognised specialists in Bespoke and Custom Made Inflatables designed and hand built at our factory in Nottingham, England with a reputa-tion for top quality manufacturing and artwork. We can build any inflatable or soft play product you wish to specify, with helpful advice along the way01949 838921www.inflatable-world.com

Jelf Insurance BrokersStand number F350Jelf is a leading UK consultancy provid-ing insurance, employee benefits, healthcare and financial planning services to businesses and individuals.01905 892156www.jelfgroup.com

Jump Jump LtdStand number F410JumpJump Ltd Bespoke inflatables made in the UK. 25 years experience.We also manufacture safety mats, soft play items and sports related equipment.Inflatables built to British standards and HSE approved.01923 270940www.jumpjump.co.uk

Kate’s Country SchoolKate’s Country School is run by Jim and Kate Beavan who share their passion for farming, the countryside and traditional skills by offering friendly, fact-packed, fun-filled courses in rural skills and animal husbandry on their family run, mixed farm near Abergavenny.www.katescountryschool.co.uk

Lappset UK LtdStand number F642Lappset UK designs, manufactures, installs and project manages themed mini attractions that can increase visi-tor numbers, whatever the weather. Themed activity areas can be tailored to the specific needs of your venue and are designed to incorporate food, drink and merchandise retail op-portunities.01536 412612www.lappset.co.uk/

Lightsource Renewable Energy LimitedStand number F426The UK’s Largest developer and opera-tor of solar farms.0333 200 0755www.lightsource-re.co.uk

Making Money MagazineStand number 902Publishers of Making Money, the leading monthly business opportunity and franchise magazine for 17 years covering all aspects of business op-portunities, franchising & running your own business. We also publish What Franchise (UK’s leading franchise title), and 101 Ways to Start A Business01323 636004www.makingmoney.co.uk


Marsh & Company Insurance Brokers LimitedStand number F222Providers of Specialist competitive insurance packages covering all your requirements inc. unique cover exten-sions such as business interruption following closure by a competent au-thority for E.coli. We offer a site survey and full assessment of your insurance requirements.0116 2043400www.marshcompany.co.uk

NatSol Compost Toilet SpecialistsStand number F240NatSol specialises in toilets for remote sites. They require no water, power or sewage connection. They are simple to use and odour free under normal operation. The Full Access toilet is wheelchair accessible and we have a range of buildings for this model. There is also a compact toilet available01686 412653www.natsol.co.uk

Netzsch Pumps and Systems LtdStand number F620The demands in applications in the ag-ricultural and environmental sectors re-quire various pumps sytems. NETZSCH rotary lobe and progressing cavity pumps, as well as grinders, provide the right solution for your process. +44 1935 483900www.netzsch.com

ODA UK Stand number F344European leaders in the provision of independent, reliable and timely agri-cultural commodity market informa-tion and advice. 01223 894 791www.oda-agri.com

OpenfieldStand number F212Openfield is Britain’s leading grain mar-keting and arable input co-operative, marketing in excess of 4 million tonnes of crops each year and collaborating with an expanding national network of central stores and export facilities. We are owned by the producers who choose us to market their crops. 01476 862730www.openfield.co.uk

Orchard ConsultingStand number F230We are able to visit you and discuss any aspect of your leisure operation and offer solutions, from obtain-ing planning permission and facility development through to marketing and even operating aspects of your business on your behalf.07818 034729www.orchardcampsite.co.uk/or-chardconsultancy/leisure.html

Outside Structure Solutions LtdStand number F560Outside Structure Solutions are special-ists in the supply and installation of canopies and outside structures. Our shade and shelter canopies are avail-able in a variety of designs with many choices including fixed or retractable roof, aluminium or timber frame as well as more traditional awnings. 0844 561 7679www.OutsideStructures.co.uk

Prescient Power LtdStand number F236Consultants and installers of renew-able energy working with farmers across the UK. Chartered engineers on every project, military trained projects managers, MCS accredited installers and expert designers. Clients include National Trust and RSPB.01530888530www.prescientpower.co.uk

Ray Hipkin & David Rawlinson Chartered Safety PractitionerStand number F664Ray Hipkin specialises in pragmatic management of health and safety at farm and visitor attractions as well as outdoor event venues. He also specialises in introducing processes that allows business development without causing disruption. Ray offers a personal service to his clients.+44 [0] 7743 166919www.rayhipkin.co.uk

Robbie Toys LtdStand number F632Distributors of Rolly Toys Pedal tractors,which are strong and robust and are designed for continual play, hence our nationwide coverage in many farm park attractions. Wooden outdoor games, sledges, giant chess and draughts, go karts with pneu-matic wheels and various foot to floor vehicles.01843 604448www.robbietoys.co.uk

Roundhouse Building SolutionsStand number F640The Roundhouse livestock building is a patented product from Roundhouse Building Soluitions of Barnard Castle, UK. Designed for optium animal welfare and growth rates as well as operator saftey and ease of manage-ment, the Roundhouse has brought farm building design into the new millenium.01833 696927www.roundhouseltd.co.uk/

Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution Stand number F564R.A.B.I - the Royal Agricultural Be-nevolent Institution - is a grant-making welfare charity which offers confiden-tial support to farming people of all ages if they are in financial difficulty.01865 724931www.rabi.org.uk

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Russells Mobile HomesStand number F422At Russell’s Mobile Homes, we are experts in the mobilehome industry. As the biggestmobile home and static caravanoff site sales in the south, wesupply new and used caravansto farmers and land owners togenerate income from lettings,with a large range of new andused caravans 01243 602683www.russellsmobilehomes.co.uk

SageStand number F510Over 800,000 companies in the UK trust us to help them manage their ac-counts and payroll - from single person start-ups to established businesses. We can help you save time and effort, so you can focus on the things that are important to you in running your busi-ness day to day.0800 447 777www.sage.co.uk

Solar ResourcesStand number F210 Solar Resources specialise in the design, supply and installation of photovoltaic systems for the Farming, Industrial, Community and Educa-tional markets. Every array we install is engineered to provide the maximum return on investment and use only the highest quality components.01444 800040www.solarresources.co.uk

Soverign Design Play Systems LtdStand number F312Suitable for both domestic and com-mercial use, Sovereign Play Equipment designs and manufactures high quality, children’s play equipment, garden furniture and outdoor buildings. Sovereign has completed over 10,000 projects that provide enjoyment to more than two million children every year.01702 291129www.sovereignplayequipment.co.uk

Suomen Lomakoti (Artic House)Stand number F332Artichouse is one of the leading log home manufacturers and exporters in Finland. We design and manufacture individual and ecological log homes & timber frame houses. Whether you are looking for a family home or a holiday village, we will design the perfect solu-tion for you!+358 10 231 4802www.artichouse.fi

TASTY TROTTERStand number F732Tasty Trotter is a well-established brand of Hog Roast ovens offering a range of equipment ideal for outdoor catering. We are dedicated to offering premium Hog Roasts for a modest price, which is why our profes-sional spit roasting ovens have a list of features equal to machines twice the price.01246 866800www.TASTYTROTTER.COM

Technology Crops LtdStand number F660Leaders in speciality crops, with a philosophy ‘From Soil to Oil, Naturally’, Technology Crops Ltd, supply high value oils to some of the world’s most respected companies. Talk to us about profitable UK cropping opportunities for High Erucic Rapeseed, Borage and Ahiflower to supply these markets.01376 333888www.techcrops.com

The Parasol GroupStand number F610Opportunities for business diversifi-cation for farmers and landowners are best grown out of existing skills, experience and facilities. Parasol produces top quality kennel buildings, and insulation panels for upgrading park homes and holiday cottages or re-furbishing/modifying existing buildings.01363 772921www.theparasolgroup.co.uk

The Playbus CompanyStand number F336The Play Bus Company provides a fusion of a mobile play space with the structuring commonly found in Indoor Play Centres. Retired London Buses are used as the space from which to create a ‘play centre on wheels’.07801554642www.theplaybuscompany.co.uk/

The Woodland TrustStand number F252The Woodland Trust is the UK’s leading woodland charity. We provide free, expert advice and funding support to help farmers integrate trees, woods and shelterbelts into existing farming systems to enhance productivity and long-term sustainbility.0845 293 5689www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/farming

Total Energy Solutions LtdStand number F112Commercial energy brokers helping our clients to save up to 40% against their renewal quotes, whilst taking away all the hassle and making a com-plex issue very simple. All this and we don’t charge our clients a penny. Just clear concise honest advice everytime01579 370073www.totalenergysolutions.co.uk

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UPM TilhillStand number F630UPM Tilhill is the leading forest management and timber harvesting and marketing company in the UK. We manage more forest for more forest owners than anyone else in the coun-try. We are a National company with a network of local offices across the UK. We also lead the way in biomass supply to the UK.0800 328 2128www.upm-tilhill.com

Wigwam HolidaysStand number F530Wigwam Holidays, provider of Great Holidays in the Great Outdoors.Charles Gulland and his ‘Wigwam’ design was the original innovator of the camping pod concept and the company Wigwam Holidays is now one of the UK’s largest providers of Glamping Holidays - where Camping is made Comfy ! www.wigwamholidays.com

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