Our Business Support Programmes
We regularly work on a variety of difference business support programmes. As much as possible we try to ensure a wide range of free or subsidised support for small and rural businesses and startups across Devon. Typically the types of assistance can include one-to-one support with a local advisor, free workshops, funding advice and business planning.
If you run a business or are looking to become self-employed, take a look at the support we can offer below.
If you are looking to support local businesses, please contact us to discuss any potential opportunities. We have worked with a large number of funders both locally and nationally to deliver effective support packages to local businesses for over 25 years.
Future Farming Resilience
The Future Farming Resilience Fund has been created to assist with the phased 7-year agricultural transition away from Basic Payments.
We can provide free, tailored one to one advice, webinars and business skills development workshops to help farmers and land managers navigate the changes brought about by the Agricultural Transition.
Prosper Business Support
Free business support for pre-start and existing businesses in Mid Devon, East Devon and Exeter.
This specialised support is designed to help businesses and entrepreneurs improve productivity, reach net zero goals, move into new markets, develop new products, take on staff and a whole lot more. Choose from four areas of support.
Pathway to Net Zero Business Support
Free support for businesses in Plymouth looking to take either their first step or next step in adopting more environmentally conscious processes and moving towards becoming Net Zero.
The programme will be delivered via a combination of one-to-one sessions, workshops, and self-learning resources. Read more about the benefits of working towards Net Zero here.
Agri-Innovation
The Agri-innovation programme is available to support farm businesses in South Hams and West Devon to maximise their potential and productivity through regenerative and innovative methods and practices.
Farmers who are open to embracing new ideas, methods, equipment, and processes will be supported to identify their farm’s unique potential.