BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Business Information Point - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Business Information Point REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Europe/London BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20220327T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20221030T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20230326T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20231029T010000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0100 TZNAME:BST DTSTART:20240331T010000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0100 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:GMT DTSTART:20241027T010000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230110T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230110T220000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T115007Z UID:10000004-1673377200-1673388000@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Helping farmers\, their families and their businesses to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nBetween 2021 and 2027\, the government will reduce and then stop Direct Payments. Instead\, farmers will be supported to improve the environment\, improve animal health and welfare\, and reduce carbon emissions.. This is the biggest change in farm support for generations and all farmers need to think how they will adapt. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nTimelines and reductions in the Basic Payment Scheme\nOutline of the Environmental Land Management Schemes\nThe introduction of the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) 2021/2022\nHow the SFI links with the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)2024\nOptions to improve productivity and increase profits as the BPS payments reduce\nBusiness diversification strategies\n\nWe will also take a look at a number of new capital grant schemes that are proposed\, linked to the SFI standards and also stand alone productivity grants under the Farming Investment Fund. \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free buffet and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n7.00pm – Arrival\, buffet and refreshments\n7.30pm – Presentation starts\n9.30pm – Presentation ends\n10.00pm – Workshop Ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-3/ LOCATION:Ogwelll Memorial Hall\, Ogwell\, Newton Abbot\, Devon\, TQ12 6AJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/b443efeb1de5aaa6dbc34fdb064a1dfd-ZV2Yre.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230111T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230111T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221219T113429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T134648Z UID:10000053-1673431200-1673442000@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Slurry Infrastructure Grant: Info & Advice DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide more information about the grant and talk through the application process.\n\n\nThe Slurry Infrastructure Grant from DEFRA is available to help replace\, build or expand existing slurry stores to provide 6 months’ storage. \nYou can use this grant for slurry stores including tanks\, lagoons and concrete stores fitted with impermeable covers and large permanent bags. The grant will also fund items necessary for the basic functioning of new or expanded slurry stores\, such as reception pits\, slurry pumps and agitators. \nThe grant helps farmers invest in future-proofed slurry infrastructure. This will help to: \n\nmake better use of organic nutrients\nimprove water quality\nimprove air quality\nreduce greenhouse gases\n\nThis workshop\, which includes a hot buffet\, is open to farmers across Devon. We will provide more information about the grant\, talk through the application process\, and explain why you should apply even if your farm is not in a priority area. Grant applications are welcome only until 31st Jan 2023\, so take advantage of this opportunity now. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/slurry-infrastructure-grant-info-advice/ LOCATION:Devon Conference Centre\, Wessington Farm\, Awliscombe\, Honiton\, Devon\, EX14 3NU\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/f16ec9b2b6f135a740ac2f6e3ed42b63-vt60KZ.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230111T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230111T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221216T152945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T100119Z UID:10000037-1673431200-1673442000@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Business Health Check DESCRIPTION:This workshop will give you the opportunity to look at your business with fresh eyes.\n\n\nThis workshop will give you the opportunity to look at your business with fresh eyes\, it will work equally well whether your business sells products or services. \n\nWe will revisit\, or perhaps visit for the first time business planning.\nConsider the market place and whether it has now changed post Covid along with your position in it.\nInvestigate your pricing policy\, consider if this needs to be re-set due to changes in the market or due to your increased costs.\nLook at your marketing options to consider if these need to be changed.\n\nAddition to this we will also have a general discussion on the state of the market at present. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/business-health-check/ LOCATION:England CATEGORIES:Business Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/946834d9d37be0e4928ffee5f45b6c2c-Ix9Hzv.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230111T103000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230111T123000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T133846Z UID:10000005-1673433000-1673440200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Update on grants available to farming businesses and help to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nWith the change in farming support moving away from the Basic Payment Scheme there will be grants available towards environmental improvement\, animal health and welfare\, and reducing carbon emissions. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free for any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nIntroducing the support to replace Basic Payment and timelines.\nInformation on the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) \nOther income streams relating to the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)\nFarming In Protected Landscapes (AONB)\nThe Farming Investment Fund including Slurry Infrastructure Grant and Farming Equipment and Technology Grant \nStand Alone Water\, Air and Boundary Capital Grants\nWoodland Grant Support\nRural Prosperity Fund\n\nYou will also get the opportunity to sign up to get additional support through the Future Farm Resilience program including one to one on farm visits and advice. \nTimings: \n\n10.15am – Arrival\, tea and coffee\n10.30am – Workshop starts\n12.30pm – Workshop ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-4/ LOCATION:North Petherton Rugby Club\, Beggars Brook\, North Petherton\, Somerset\, TA6 6NW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/c866ea01b24f3ab2227a30f54b44d3c3-KEdgfB.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T123000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T150720Z UID:10000006-1673517600-1673526600@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Using Xero for Your Online Farm Accounting DESCRIPTION:A step-by-step guide to managing your farm accounts using online accounting software\, Xero. With Xero\, you can automate everyday financial tasks and easily track and pay bills. More farm work\, less paperwork.\n\n\nXero for your farm business \nThis workshop will help you to navigate Xero and improve your confidence ahead of tax going digital. \nDuring this workshop\, our trainer will guide you through: \n\nThe Xero dashboard and how to navigate it\nChart of accounts\nBank Reconciliation\nPurchase & Sales invoices\nXero Projects\nXero Timesheets\n\nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/xero-for-agricultural-businesses/ LOCATION:England CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4483618401999579caebd69ada9b092e-XAudxh.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230112T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221220T132918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T094912Z UID:10000055-1673550000-1673557200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Slurry Infrastructure Grant: Info & Advice DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide more information about the grant and talk through the application process.\n\n\nThe Slurry Infrastructure Grant from DEFRA is available to help replace\, build or expand existing slurry stores to provide 6 months’ storage. \nYou can use this grant for slurry stores including tanks\, lagoons and concrete stores fitted with impermeable covers and large permanent bags. The grant will also fund items necessary for the basic functioning of new or expanded slurry stores\, such as reception pits\, slurry pumps and agitators. \nThe grant helps farmers invest in future-proofed slurry infrastructure. This will help to: \n\nmake better use of organic nutrients\nimprove water quality\nimprove air quality\nreduce greenhouse gases\n\nWe will provide more information about the grant\, talk through the application process\, and explain why you should apply even if your farm is not in a priority area. Grant applications are welcome only until 31st Jan 2023\, so take advantage of this opportunity now. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/slurry-infrastructure-grant-info-advice-3/ LOCATION:England CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/0a546523245ce6b88743c72d5d9739e0-Gb9Hmf.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230113T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230113T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221216T152953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T134546Z UID:10000038-1673604000-1673614800@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:How to Create a Successful Funding Application DESCRIPTION:This workshop will take you step-by-step how and where to apply for finance in order to raise your chances of a successful application.\n\n\nAffordable funding is vital for small businesses but many who apply for the first time can find it difficult to know what is required to get the best chance of securing finance. \nIn 2020\, the Department for Business\, Innovation and Skills found that half of first-time borrowers were rejected for finance\, resulting in 37% giving up and cancelling their spending plans. By the end of this workshop\, you should have the information to avoid becoming one of those rejections. \nThis workshop will take you step-by-step how and where to apply for finance in order to raise your chances of a successful application. \nWe will cover: \n\nThe various loan and grant funding options that you can access\nWhat information lenders will require from you\nWhat your bank manager (or other investor) will want to see\nHow you should present that information in order to obtain the loan / grant and the best terms available\nWe shall also discuss current grant funding opportunities (mostly outside of Exeter) – i.e. funds that do not have to be repaid.\n\nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \n If you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/how-to-create-a-successful-funding-application/ LOCATION:England CATEGORIES:Funding ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/747ba22da63ff1238739f02b9d4fea75-vDhlrv.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230113T113000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230113T143000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221216T153007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T134514Z UID:10000039-1673609400-1673620200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Soils and Sustainable Farming Incentive DESCRIPTION:Free workshop aimed at helping farmers and landowners understand their soils.\n\n\nOne of Devon’s and Somerset’s less visible but important assets is its soils. From the peat soils of Dartmoor\, the red sandstones in mid Devon to the clay soils in North West Devon and the Somerset Levels they all provide the raw material for both food production and the environment we all enjoy. \nMaintaining and improving Devon’s and Somerset’s soils will be a feature of the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELM’s) that Defra will be introducing over the next 3 years as the Basic Payment Scheme method of supporting farmers is removed. \n2022 brings the first element of this change with the introduction of grassland and arable soils standards under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) which is open to all farmers (including those currently in Countryside Stewardship). Applications open in June . \nIt offers payments between £28 and £58/ha on improved grass and £22 and £40/ ha on arable land for documenting the condition of the soil and testing for soil organic matter\, introducing herbal grass mixtures\, and reducing soil erosion. BIP is offering these workshops aimed at helping farmers and landowners understand their soils and how they will be able take part in this first element of the SFI. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nThe requirements of the SFI soil standards\nWhat you already have on farm to help comply with the scheme\nHow to assess soil texture by hand\nTaking representative soil samples\nHow to assess compaction and run off on your farm\nAssessing soil health through earthworm counts\nCreating or improving your soil management plan\nHerbal leys and cover crops\n\nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). All businesses will have access to 12 hours of support. \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \n If you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/soils-and-sustainable-farming-incentive/ LOCATION:Gappah Farm\, Chudleigh\, Newton Abbot\, Devon\, TQ13 0AQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/254f0cc635dbb0a52bc9c122c249c688-KMzECI.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230117T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230117T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221216T153008Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142236Z UID:10000040-1673949600-1673960400@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:How to use Authentic Networking to Grow your Business DESCRIPTION:This interactive workshop will guide you through some different ways to network authentically\, and how to make connections and grow your bus\n\n\nThis interactive workshop will guide you through some different ways to network authentically\, and how to make connections and grow your business network. \nThe workshop provides strategies to use when engaging on networking and social media platforms\, such as LinkedIn and Instagram\, as well as in forums and private groups\, and allows plenty of time to answer questions. The workshop also covers strategies to connect more authentically in person\, and build valuable partnerships. \n\nNo more cringeworthy pitches.\nNo more uncomfortable icebreakers.\nNo more mass marketing.\n\nBring your networking challenge to the workshop\, and Adela will do her best to provide actionable steps for you. She will take questions live from workshop participants so come prepared if you have a networking challenge you would like clarity on. \nThe workshop is for small business owners\, who would like to improve their networking skills\, and be more authentic\, by understanding the difference between modern marketing\, focused on building relationships\, and traditional marketing\, focused on traffic and driving sales. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/how-to-use-authentic-networking-to-grow-your-business/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/f0170adde3d890e19d34b655130e4862-F7r21I.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152357Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T133907Z UID:10000007-1674064800-1674075600@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Helping farmers\, their families and their businesses to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nBetween 2021 and 2027\, the government will reduce and then stop Direct Payments. Instead\, farmers will be supported to improve the environment\, improve animal health and welfare\, and reduce carbon emissions. This is the biggest change in farm support for generations and all farmers need to think how they will adapt. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nTimelines and reductions in the Basic Payment Scheme\nOutline of the Environmental Land Management Schemes\nThe introduction of the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) 2021/2022\nHow the SFI links with the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)2024\nOptions to improve productivity and increase profits as the BPS payments reduce\nBusiness diversification strategies\n\nWe will also take a look at a number of new capital grant schemes that are proposed\, linked to the SFI standards and also stand alone productivity grants under the Farming Investment Fund. \n \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free pasty supper and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n6:00 pm – Arrival\, pasty supper and refreshments\n6:30 pm – Presentation starts\n8:30 pm – Presentation ends\n9:00 pm – Workshop ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-5/ LOCATION:Bishops Lydeard Village Hall\, Mount Street\, Bishops Lydeard\, Somerset\, TA4 3LH\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/28175d2a257018e37bc9957c6fb2e588-YFmpOA.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FWAG SouthWest":MAILTO:info@fwagsw.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T220000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T141752Z UID:10000009-1674068400-1674079200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Helping farmers\, their families and their businesses to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nBetween 2021 and 2027\, the government will reduce and then stop Direct Payments. Instead\, farmers will be supported to improve the environment\, improve animal health and welfare\, and reduce carbon emissions.. This is the biggest change in farm support for generations and all farmers need to think how they will adapt. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nTimelines and reductions in the Basic Payment Scheme\nOutline of the Environmental Land Management Schemes\nThe introduction of the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) 2021/2022\nHow the SFI links with the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)2024\nOptions to improve productivity and increase profits as the BPS payments reduce\nBusiness diversification strategies\n\nWe will also take a look at a number of new capital grant schemes that are proposed\, linked to the SFI standards and also stand alone productivity grants under the Farming Investment Fund. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-7/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/cb766ce42650f4f0336399d84fba7406-jK7TNq.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230118T220000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T115002Z UID:10000008-1674068400-1674079200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Helping farmers\, their families and their businesses to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nBetween 2021 and 2027\, the government will reduce and then stop Direct Payments. Instead\, farmers will be supported to improve the environment\, improve animal health and welfare\, and reduce carbon emissions.. This is the biggest change in farm support for generations and all farmers need to think how they will adapt. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nTimelines and reductions in the Basic Payment Scheme\nOutline of the Environmental Land Management Schemes\nThe introduction of the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) 2021/2022\nHow the SFI links with the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)2024\nOptions to improve productivity and increase profits as the BPS payments reduce\nBusiness diversification strategies\n\nWe will also take a look at a number of new capital grant schemes that are proposed\, linked to the SFI standards and also stand alone productivity grants under the Farming Investment Fund. \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free buffet and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n7.00pm – Arrival\, buffet and refreshments\n7.30pm – Presentation starts\n9.30pm – Presentation ends\n10.00pm – Workshop Ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-6/ LOCATION:Trethorne Golf Club\, Kennards House\, Launceston\, Cornwall/Scilly\, PL15 8QE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/12c95aa9d46cfe7f4e26b59dedfb5bcc-ctFMKS.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230120T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230120T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20230109T145720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T145720Z UID:10000064-1674212400-1674223200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Slurry Infrastructure Grant: Info & Advice DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide more information about the grant and talk through the application process.\n\n\nThe Slurry Infrastructure Grant from DEFRA is available to help replace\, build or expand existing slurry stores to provide 6 months’ storage. \nYou can use this grant for slurry stores including tanks\, lagoons and concrete stores fitted with impermeable covers and large permanent bags. The grant will also fund items necessary for the basic functioning of new or expanded slurry stores\, such as reception pits\, slurry pumps and agitators. \nThe grant helps farmers invest in future-proofed slurry infrastructure. This will help to: \n\nmake better use of organic nutrients\nimprove water quality\nimprove air quality\nreduce greenhouse gases\n\nThis workshop\, which includes a hot buffet\, is open to farmers across Devon. We will provide more information about the grant\, talk through the application process\, and explain why you should apply even if your farm is not in a priority area. Grant applications are welcome only until 31st Jan 2023\, so take advantage of this opportunity now. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/slurry-infrastructure-grant-info-advice-4/ LOCATION:Church House Inn\, Stokenham\, Kingsbridge\, Devon\, TQ7 2SZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/25222696951f074993c0998635b80a98-X2GyXo.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230123T180000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230123T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152403Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T134004Z UID:10000011-1674496800-1674507600@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Helping farmers\, their families and their businesses to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nBetween 2021 and 2027\, the government will reduce and then stop Direct Payments. Instead\, farmers will be supported to improve the environment\, improve animal health and welfare\, and reduce carbon emissions. This is the biggest change in farm support for generations and all farmers need to think how they will adapt. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nTimelines and reductions in the Basic Payment Scheme\nOutline of the Environmental Land Management Schemes\nThe introduction of the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) 2021/2022\nHow the SFI links with the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)2024\nOptions to improve productivity and increase profits as the BPS payments reduce\nBusiness diversification strategies\n\nWe will also take a look at a number of new capital grant schemes that are proposed\, linked to the SFI standards and also stand alone productivity grants under the Farming Investment Fund. \n \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free pasty supper and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n6:00 pm – Arrival\, pasty supper and refreshments\n6:30 pm – Presentation starts\n8:30 pm – Presentation ends\n9:00 pm – Workshop ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-8/ LOCATION:Wedmore Village Hall\, 2 Cheddar Road\, Wedmore\, Somerset\, BS28 4EQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/559e2315d9a92587932022a2f36c2452-shkQb2.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FWAG SouthWest":MAILTO:info@fwagsw.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230123T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230123T210000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20230120T105323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T105323Z UID:10000080-1674500400-1674507600@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Slurry Infrastructure Grant: Info & Advice DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide more information about the grant and talk through the application process.\n\n\nThe Slurry Infrastructure Grant from DEFRA is available to help replace\, build or expand existing slurry stores to provide 6 months’ storage. \nYou can use this grant for slurry stores including tanks\, lagoons and concrete stores fitted with impermeable covers and large permanent bags. The grant will also fund items necessary for the basic functioning of new or expanded slurry stores\, such as reception pits\, slurry pumps and agitators. \nThe grant helps farmers invest in future-proofed slurry infrastructure. This will help to: \n\nmake better use of organic nutrients\nimprove water quality\nimprove air quality\nreduce greenhouse gases\n\nWe will provide more information about the grant\, talk through the application process\, and explain why you should apply even if your farm is not in a priority area. Grant applications are welcome only until 31st Jan 2023\, so take advantage of this opportunity now. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/slurry-infrastructure-grant-info-advice-2/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/009e71a9adf27f524f6711f494cfacfc-xDFyBM.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221216T153010Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142245Z UID:10000041-1674554400-1674565200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Strengthening the health and vitality of your business DESCRIPTION:In this interactive workshop we will share knowledge and experiences\, discover ways to run your business with the current challenges.\n\n\nWell-being workshop: Developing feedback loops.In the present climate of change and challenge\, organisations need to be able to adapt and innovate to continue to be competitive\, prosper and thrive. \nThe health and well-being of your business relies upon your own health and well-being. \nPerhaps you ask your clients for feedback on the quality of the product or service you provide. How often do you listen to the feedback from your body to check in on your own state of health and happiness? Do you sometimes override such feedback to achieve important work-based goals? What might the long-term costs be for you and your business if you override your body feedback?Positive Psychology supports people to build on what works to generate a good life. This workshop will be interactive. I am going to be asking you for feedback about what works for you\, what supports your well-being. \nDuring this session we will explore: \n\nPositive Emotions and how to cultivate them\nYour Strengths and how you use them for others and with others\nThe value of Relationship\nMeaning\, what matters most to you\nYour Goals for your best way forward\n\nThis is an opportunity to share knowledge and experiences\, discover ways in which you can continue to run with the challenges and accomplishments of managing your business without damaging your health. You will see that by making small adjustments within your professional life you will improve your well-being and strengthen the health and vitality of your business. \nThis workshop is kindly being presented by Ruth Sheard MAPPCP a Positive Psychology Coach supporting adults in their professional lives. \nPositive Psychology Coaching provides an opportunity to celebrate and build on your strengths whilst being curious about what holds you back from finding your way to enjoying your life to the full.Ruth works with individuals online\, or face to face in Exeter and Totnes and provides bespoke workshops to champion ‘wellbeing at work’ and ‘working together’ for teams within organisations. \nMore information can be found on: www.justruthcoaching.com \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/strengthening-the-health-and-vitality-of-your-business/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Business Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/31ca96b44c2eaf4d078c7b16f7922366-sO19wc.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142404Z UID:10000012-1674568800-1674577800@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Digital Technologies to support farm diversification DESCRIPTION:A workshop exploring the factors to consider when diversifying your farm business\n\n\nDigital Technologies to support farm diversification \nThis workshop is for participants who are contemplating diversifying their farm\, exploring the factors you need to consider\, and the part digital will play in ensuring it’s success. \nIn this session\, we will offer advice on – \n– Considerations when setting up a website \n– How to develop a presence on social media \n– The importance of GDPR \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/digital-technologies-to-support-farm-diversification/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/42ea9f4e4f1da3955b35198a35c7c68a-vlEDyp.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230124T220000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152406Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T114949Z UID:10000013-1674586800-1674597600@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Helping farmers\, their families and their businesses to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nBetween 2021 and 2027\, the government will reduce and then stop Direct Payments. Instead\, farmers will be supported to improve the environment\, improve animal health and welfare\, and reduce carbon emissions.. This is the biggest change in farm support for generations and all farmers need to think how they will adapt. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nTimelines and reductions in the Basic Payment Scheme\nOutline of the Environmental Land Management Schemes\nThe introduction of the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) 2021/2022\nHow the SFI links with the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)2024\nOptions to improve productivity and increase profits as the BPS payments reduce\nBusiness diversification strategies\n\nWe will also take a look at a number of new capital grant schemes that are proposed\, linked to the SFI standards and also stand alone productivity grants under the Farming Investment Fund. \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free buffet and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n7.00pm – Arrival\, buffet and refreshments\n7.30pm – Presentation starts\n9.30pm – Presentation ends\n10.00pm – Workshop Ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-9/ LOCATION:Lifton Community Hall\, Parkwood Rise\, Lifton\, Devon\, PL16 0LA\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4c3d0135ac8a7477d1a2bd8b223ac669-4m0N7D.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230125T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230125T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221216T153012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142251Z UID:10000042-1674640800-1674651600@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Pricing and Positioning Your Products and Services DESCRIPTION:The workshop will consider practical strategies to balance the right price for your product or service and sales volumes\n\n\nDo you struggle with setting your prices? \nSetting the right price for a new product or service can be one of the biggest problems faced by small business owners. Costing your product or service can be relatively straightforward\, but pricing must take account of what competitors are charging and what customers will be prepared to pay\, but clearly the price needs to cover all the costs and allow for a profit. \nKnowing how to determine the right price for your product or service is critical. There are many factors to consider such as direct costs\, indirect costs\, your customers and your competitors. The workshop will consider practical strategies to balance the right price for your product or service and sales volumes – so that you are working towards achieving your business objectives. \nWe will cover: \n\nDirect & Indirect costs and their calculation\nConsider costs for service-based business\nConsider costs for a production-based business\nHow much to charge?\nHow do price and sales volumes interact?\nDifferent pricing strategies\n\nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/pricing-and-positioning-your-products-and-services/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Pricing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/52b998844a7100aa17d8ab1b05702091-aWhYRy.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230125T133000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230125T154500 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221220T134027Z UID:10000015-1674653400-1674661500@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Update on grants available to farming businesses and help to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nWith the change in farming support moving away from the Basic Payment Scheme there will be grants available towards environmental improvement\, animal health and welfare\, and reducing carbon emissions. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free for any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nIntroducing the support to replace Basic Payment and timelines.\nInformation on the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) \nOther income streams relating to the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)\nFarming In Protected Landscapes (AONB)\nThe Farming Investment Fund including Slurry Infrastructure Grant and Farming Equipment and Technology Grant \nStand Alone Water\, Air and Boundary Capital Grants\nWoodland Grant Support\nRural Prosperity Fund\n\nYou will also get the opportunity to sign up to get additional support through the Future Farm Resilience program including one to one on farm visits and advice. \nTimings: \n\n1:30pm – Arrival\, tea and coffee\n1:45pm – Workshop starts\n3:45pm Workshop ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-11/ LOCATION:Corfe Village Hall\, Newton Lane\, Corfe\, Taunton\, Somerset\, TA3 7AQ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/100869d16ef7f266d76882a921a25840-QnjSaK.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230125T183000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230125T213000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20230104T125844Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T145410Z UID:10000058-1674671400-1674682200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Helping farmers\, their families and their businesses to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nBetween 2021 and 2027\, the government will reduce and then stop Direct Payments. Instead\, farmers will be supported to improve the environment\, improve animal health and welfare\, and reduce carbon emissions. This is the biggest change in farm support for generations and all farmers need to think how they will adapt. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nTimelines and reductions in the Basic Payment Scheme\nOutline of the Environmental Land Management Schemes\nThe introduction of the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) 2021/2022\nHow the SFI links with the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)2024\nOptions to improve productivity and increase profits as the BPS payments reduce\nBusiness diversification strategies\n\nWe will also take a look at a number of new capital grant schemes that are proposed\, linked to the SFI standards and also stand alone productivity grants under the Farming Investment Fund. \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free pasty supper and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n6.30pm – Arrival\, buffet and refreshments\n7.00pm – Presentation starts\n9.00pm – Presentation ends\n9.30pm – Workshop Ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-22/ LOCATION:Portesham Village Hall\, Goose Hill\, Portesham\, Dorset\, DT3 4HE\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/fc1af71609af4f84716d72983c27f43f-F4TaHq.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="FWAG SouthWest":MAILTO:info@fwagsw.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230126T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230126T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221220T132937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230104T094917Z UID:10000056-1674730800-1674741600@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Understanding Your Soils and the SFI Soil Standard DESCRIPTION:Free workshop aimed at helping farmers and landowners understand their soils.\n\n\nOne of South West’s less visible but important assets is its soils. From the peat soils of Dartmoor\, to the Somerset Levels they all provide the raw material for both food production and the environment we all enjoy. \nMaintaining and improving the regions soils will be a feature of the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELM’s) that Defra will be introducing over the next 3 years as the Basic Payment Scheme method of supporting farmers is removed. \n2022 brings the first element of this change with the introduction of grassland and arable soils standards under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) which is open to all farmers (including those currently in Countryside Stewardship). Applications open in June. \nIt offers payments between £28 and £58/ha on improved grass and £22 and £40/ ha on arable land for documenting the condition of the soil and testing for soil organic matter\, introducing herbal grass mixtures\, and reducing soil erosion. BIP is offering these workshops aimed at helping farmers and landowners understand their soils and how they will be able take part in this first element of the SFI. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nThe requirements of the SFI soil standards\nWhat you already have on farm to help comply with the scheme\nHow to assess soil texture by hand\nTaking representative soil samples\nHow to assess compaction and run off on your farm\nAssessing soil health through earthworm counts\nCreating or improving your soil management plan\nHerbal leys and cover crops\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/understanding-your-soils-and-the-sfi-soil-standard/ LOCATION:Stantywell Farm\, Stantyway Farm\, Otterton\, Devon\, EX9 7JJ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/d8a3246a0462777d992b5c852e4c770d-xZQ9Da.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230131T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230131T123000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152413Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142409Z UID:10000016-1675159200-1675168200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Admin Essentials: Microsoft 365 tools to improve admin processes DESCRIPTION:A workshop to explore the tools at your fingertips within Microsoft 365 and how they can improve your processes & productivity\n\n\nFarm Admin Essentials: Microsoft 365 tools to improve admin processes \nThis workshop will explore the wealth of tools at your fingertips with Microsoft 365\, each one designed to make managing your farm easier and more productive. With the support of one of our skilled trainers\, you will discover – \n– SharePoint and OneDrive for effective cloud storage and real-time collaboration \n– Lists\, To Do and Planner for successful project and task management \n– Teams for integrating people\, content and communications \n– OneNote and Lens for capturing and collating information and notes \n– Power Apps\, Power Automate and Power BI to build powerful data driven connections\, processes and reports \nThis workshop is suitable for participants with a basic understanding of M365\, who want to use it more productively to support their agricultural business. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-admin-essentials-microsoft-365-tools-to-improve-admin-processes/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/b16101a6a6cd94a480e67ad1c1727ba4-CJYjtS.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230131T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230131T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221216T153013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142259Z UID:10000043-1675159200-1675170000@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Using Canva for your Marketing DESCRIPTION:Want to create stunning visual content for your social media feeds and promotional material? This free workshop is for you!\n\n\nDuring is hands-on\, interactive session\, we’ll show you how to use Canva. A user-friendly graphic design tool that makes creating custom graphics easy whether using your phone\, desktop\, or laptop. \nNot only can you use it to improve your social media content\, but it’s also great for designing presentations\, invitations\, posters\, brochures\, business cards and all manner of other visual content to promote your business. \nWe will take a practical look at how to create all different types of social media posts and graphics\, for example\, to enhance testimonials\, quotes\, or promotions. \nBring your ideas to the workshop\, and Adela will help you create your own posts for social media. We’ll be looking at both the FREE and PREMIUM Canva accounts so please make sure you have created a free account with Canva before the workshop. \nTo get the most out of the session please attend using a laptop or desktop. If you think you’ll want to use Canva on your mobile\, please have yours to hand and download the app in advance. It’s available on both Android and iPhone. \nThis is a relaxed\, interactive session so please feel free to ask any questions during the workshop and by the end you’ll be well on your way to creating awesome graphics and designs for your business using Canva. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/using-canva-for-your-marketing/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Marketing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/22b64eb560034adcc999712604ac4534-0giGe8.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230202T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230202T130000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221216T153015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142308Z UID:10000044-1675332000-1675342800@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Business Health Check DESCRIPTION:This workshop will give you the opportunity to look at your business with fresh eyes.\n\n\nThis workshop will give you the opportunity to look at your business with fresh eyes\, it will work equally well whether your business sells products or services. \n\nWe will revisit\, or perhaps visit for the first time business planning.\nConsider the market place and whether it has now changed post Covid along with your position in it.\nInvestigate your pricing policy\, consider if this needs to be re-set due to changes in the market or due to your increased costs.\nLook at your marketing options to consider if these need to be changed.\n\nAddition to this we will also have a general discussion on the state of the market at present. \nEligibility: \nTo be eligible to attend this free workshop you or your business need to be based in Devon or Somerset (excluding Torridge\, North Devon\, North Somerset & BaNES). \nIf you are unsure\, you can check by entering your postcode into the Government Council Checker. You can find further details about the eligibility criteria here. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. \n\n\n\nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/business-health-check-2/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Business Health ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/8645a30e6f82118ac079dd92c2edd1f2-mG3Pg3.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230206T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230206T220000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T114951Z UID:10000017-1675710000-1675720800@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Helping farmers\, their families and their businesses to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nBetween 2021 and 2027\, the government will reduce and then stop Direct Payments. Instead\, farmers will be supported to improve the environment\, improve animal health and welfare\, and reduce carbon emissions.. This is the biggest change in farm support for generations and all farmers need to think how they will adapt. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nTimelines and reductions in the Basic Payment Scheme\nOutline of the Environmental Land Management Schemes\nThe introduction of the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) 2021/2022\nHow the SFI links with the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)2024\nOptions to improve productivity and increase profits as the BPS payments reduce\nBusiness diversification strategies\n\nWe will also take a look at a number of new capital grant schemes that are proposed\, linked to the SFI standards and also stand alone productivity grants under the Farming Investment Fund. \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free buffet and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n7.00pm – Arrival\, buffet and refreshments\n7.30pm – Presentation starts\n9.30pm – Presentation ends\n10.00pm – Workshop Ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-12/ LOCATION:The Big Sheep\, Abbotsham Road\, Abbotsham\, Bideford\, Devon\, EX39 5AP\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ccbb982699a92f6dd1bc38878a2e9629-BEYP1l.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230207T140000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230207T163000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221215T152416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230116T142415Z UID:10000018-1675778400-1675787400@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Digital Marketing Strategies for Diversified Farm Businesses DESCRIPTION:A workshop for those running a diversified farm\, who want to explore digital marketing strategies to boost their business\n\n\nDigital Marketing Strategies for Diversified Farm Businesses \nThis workshop is for participants who are running a diversified farm business\, whether that is a holiday let\, selling your own products or running a farm shop. In this workshop we will discuss all things digital marketing and strategies that will make your business perform better in the online world. \nWe will explore – \n– Search Engine Optimisation\, Website Design & Navigation tips \n– Online business listings \n– E-commerce best practice \n– Social Media & email marketing strategies \n– Paid campaigns \nThe goal is to boost your rankings\, enhance your visibility\, increase quality traffic to your website and ultimately convert quality leads into paying customers. \nWorkshop details: \nThis is an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. This session is being delivered by digital skills specialists and social enterprise\, Cosmic. \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/digital-marketing-strategies-for-diversified-farm-businesses/ LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ac420611aff69e4edd273e0081fccdda-tlo3FT.tmp_.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230208T100000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230208T153000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20230104T152646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230207T114501Z UID:10000061-1675850400-1675870200@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Business Resilience Event and Networking Lunch (Plymouth)- **LIMITED PLACES LEFT** DESCRIPTION:LIMITED PLACES LEFT – BOOK NOW\n\nHelp your business THRIVE! Workshops on business resilience & grant funding\, business health check\, guest speakers and free networking lunch\n\n\nFree event\, with workshops on business resilience & a Business Health Check\, successful grant funding application tips\, a networking lunch and talks from our fantastic line of up guest speakers. \nPlease note that this event is only open to businesses in Devon and Somerset \nWe know that Business Resilience is an all important topic for businesses at the moment. So find out how your business can not just weather the post pandemic storm but come out stronger. This event will feature workshops\, practical advice and information from: \nBusiness Information Point (BIP) \nPlymouth City Council Economic Development Team \nDevon and Plymouth Chamber of Commerce \nIridescent Ideas \nWith an intro. from the Heart of the South West Growth Hub who will talk about the many funded services currently on offer in Devon \nRegistration: 10.00 Duration: 10.00–3.30 Lunch is included \nTomorrow’s leading businesses are preparing today so don’t miss this exciting opportunity to ensure you stay prepared for the year ahead and network with other like-minded businesses. There is no charge to attend\, but booking is essential. Booking is limited to two people per business. \nThe Heart of the South West Growth Hub Service for All is receiving up to £781\,965 of funding from the England European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). The accountable body for this programme is Devon County Council. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/business-resilience-event-and-networking-lunch-plymouth/ LOCATION:Plymouth Science Park\, Davy Road\, Plymouth\, Devon\, PL6 8BX\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Networking ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/d90a4af1839e789af7939f0deab71e1a-Df4vlb.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230208T110000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230208T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20230110T121646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T122439Z UID:10000067-1675854000-1675864800@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Understanding Your Soils and the SFI Soil Standard DESCRIPTION:Free workshop aimed at helping farmers and landowners understand their soils.\n\n\nOne of South West’s less visible but important assets is its soils. From the peat soils of Dartmoor\, to the Somerset Levels they all provide the raw material for both food production and the environment we all enjoy. \nMaintaining and improving the regions soils will be a feature of the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELM’s) that Defra will be introducing over the next 3 years as the Basic Payment Scheme method of supporting farmers is removed. \n2022 brings the first element of this change with the introduction of grassland and arable soils standards under the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) which is open to all farmers (including those currently in Countryside Stewardship). Applications open in June. \nIt offers payments between £28 and £58/ha on improved grass and £22 and £40/ ha on arable land for documenting the condition of the soil and testing for soil organic matter\, introducing herbal grass mixtures\, and reducing soil erosion. BIP is offering these workshops aimed at helping farmers and landowners understand their soils and how they will be able take part in this first element of the SFI. \nThe workshop will cover: \n\nThe requirements of the SFI soil standards\nWhat you already have on farm to help comply with the scheme\nHow to assess soil texture by hand\nTaking representative soil samples\nHow to assess compaction and run off on your farm\nAssessing soil health through earthworm counts\nCreating or improving your soil management plan\nHerbal leys and cover crops\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/understanding-your-soils-and-the-sfi-soil-standard-2/ LOCATION:Riverford Organic Famers\, Welsh Barn\, Buckfastleigh\, Devon\, TQ11 0BW\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/1793879a51f5b9384b98e37856702a4f-ijSRpk.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20230213T190000 DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20230213T220000 DTSTAMP:20260415T191913 CREATED:20221216T134725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T115018Z UID:10000034-1676314800-1676325600@businessinfopoint.co.uk SUMMARY:Farm Grants Update & Navigating the Agricultural Transition DESCRIPTION:Helping farmers\, their families and their businesses to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nBetween 2021 and 2027\, the government will reduce and then stop Direct Payments. Instead\, farmers will be supported to improve the environment\, improve animal health and welfare\, and reduce carbon emissions.. This is the biggest change in farm support for generations and all farmers need to think how they will adapt. \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund has been funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with this transition. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThis FREE workshop will cover: \n\nTimelines and reductions in the Basic Payment Scheme\nOutline of the Environmental Land Management Schemes\nThe introduction of the Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme (SFI) 2021/2022\nHow the SFI links with the Environmental Land Management Scheme (ELMs)2024\nOptions to improve productivity and increase profits as the BPS payments reduce\nBusiness diversification strategies\n\nWe will also take a look at a number of new capital grant schemes that are proposed\, linked to the SFI standards and also stand alone productivity grants under the Farming Investment Fund. \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free buffet and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n7.00pm – Arrival\, buffet and refreshments\n7.30pm – Presentation starts\n9.30pm – Presentation ends\n10.00pm – Workshop Ends\n\nEligibility: \nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, Cornwall\, or the Isles of Scilly currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nIf you have any questions please call us on 01837 659 059 or email team@businessinfopoint.co.uk. Please check our privacy policy and Devon County Council’s privacy policy to see how we store and manage your submitted data. URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/farm-grants-update-navigating-the-agricultural-transition-21/ LOCATION:The Watermark\, Erme Court\, Leonards Road\, Ivybridge\, Devon\, PL21 0SZ\, United Kingdom CATEGORIES:Agriculture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/4308f8b497dbfacaf4c6ad60be456fcd-4gIEV8.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR