Call for business advice
Agri Innovation & Support Programme
Bespoke support for farmers in Devon looking to maximise their farm's potential
Are you a farmer exploring diversification, innovation or regenerative approaches? Or are you looking to strengthen the foundations of your farm business by tackling some of the challenges you’re facing? Whatever your situation, you could get support through the Agri Innovation programme.
We're offering two types of support
Agri Innovation Support is designed for farmers looking to maximise their potential and productivity through regenerative and innovative practices. You must be based in Teignbridge, South Hams or West Devon, and be keen to commit to an intensive programme with a strong focus on clear outcomes.
If you're looking for more general advice on issues you might be facing, our Farm Business Support could be just what you need. If you're in East Devon, Mid Devon & Teignbridge, you can get expert, tailored advice on a wide range of areas to help strengthen your farm business for the future.
With over 30 years’ experience working alongside farmers, we understand the challenges and opportunities you face. Our local agricultural advisors will visit your farm and provide practical, relevant advice based on your specific goals and situation.
The Agri Innovation programme is free, straightforward to access, and grounded in decades of hands-on experience.
Places are limited and subject to assessment for suitability. Talk to us today to find out how we can support your farm.
Innovation support
Eligibility
Available to farmers in Teignbridge, South Hams and West Devon.
If you're proactively seeking to invest in and establish innovative and regenerative practices and methods on your farm, this specialist support is for you.
Benefit from bespoke one-to-one support, which consists of:
- A farm visit with one of our local agricultural advisors
- Completion of a carbon audit and plan
- Innovation diagnostic and planning activities using the Innovation Toolkit
- Grant application support (where applicable)
- Further tailored support to help drive your identified innovation plans forward.
Further specialist support
Under the Innovation support, you can get up to £1,000 of additional funding towards specialist advice or trialling new farm technology/equipment to help you implement your innovation plan.
Examples include (but are not limited to):
Carbon deep-dives
Work with a specialist on the opportunities around and viability of energy solutions, renewables, emissions reductions and sequestration improvements.
Soil testing and regenerative farming
Work with an agronomist to analyse your soil health, consider regenerative methods, and explore how you can improve carbon sequestration and productivity.
Implementation/trialling of technology
Collaborating with an agricultural technology business or researcher, explore how you could further utilise technology through on-farm trials.
Bid writing/grant application support
Get access to a grant consultant or bid writer to support you with funding applications, including UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) funding.
Register your interest in this support
INNOVATION SUPPORT
Farm business support
Eligibility
Available to farmers in Mid Devon, East Devon & Teignbridge.
This is general support with the aim of helping you address whatever challenges you may be facing in order to build a more productive and sustainable farm business.
Maximise your farm’s potential with free one-to-one support and expert, tailored advice. Our local agricultural advisors are here to help you strengthen your farm business and plan for a more resilient future. With a free on-farm visit, you’ll benefit from:
- An in-depth review of your farm to uncover the challenges and opportunities
- A detailed, practical action plan—agreed with you—to help you move forward with confidence
- A list of potential funding opportunities that could support and grow your farm business.
Your dedicated, local advisor brings hands-on knowledge and can offer advice across a wide range of areas, including business planning and financial management, soil health and nutrient management, farm infrastructure improvements and slurry or manure storage, dairy farm optimisation, grassland systems and herbal leys, carbon footprint assessments and more.
All support is delivered in a no-nonsense, down-to-earth style—no jargon, just practical guidance tailored to your farm.
Whether you’re looking to improve efficiency, explore funding options, or plan for the long term, our free farm business advice can help you make informed decisions with clarity and confidence. Make the most of this valuable opportunity by having an initial chat with us.
Register your interest in this support
GENERAL SUPPORT
Agri Innovation success stories
From planning an aquaponics system to seeing improved milk yields as a result of a nutrient management plan, and advising farmers on natural capital opportunities – explore the real-life success stories from our recent round of the Agri Innovation programme.
“Vicky helped me to employ a consultant and understand the initial and ongoing costs of my project.”Mervyn, Sheep Farmer
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Funded by
The Agri Innovation programme is funded by the Government's UK Shared Prosperity Fund, and the support is being delivered by Business Information Point and North Devon Plus.
