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SUMMARY:Photo and Video Creation for Social Media
DESCRIPTION:Are you a farmer looking to diversify your farming business with eye-catching social media content? Join our workshop.\n\n\nAre you a farmer looking to diversify your farming business with eye-catching social media content? Join our workshop\, where you’ll learn simple tips and tricks to enhance your online presence. \nOur expert digital trainer will cover – \n\nHow to make your photos stand out through composition techniques & using natural light\nBasic photo & video editing on your smartphone\nVideo creation & transitions for social media\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/photo-and-video-creation-for-social-media/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240904T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240904T200000
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SUMMARY:Farm Business Funding: Update on Latest Grants\, Schemes and SFI
DESCRIPTION:Stay up to date with developments in agriculture to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nAs farmers in the Southwest move away from Basic Payments\, many have benefited from the free support available under the Defra-funded Future Farming Resilience scheme. \nWith the pace of information change\, it is increasingly difficult to keep up with new developments and stay on top of important announcements and updates in agriculture. \n  \nDuring this FREE workshop we will discuss: \n  \n\nHow ELMs\, including SFI and Landscape Recovery\, can fit within your farm system. In this section\, we will include both practical and financial feedback and guidance from those already taking part\nSources of farm funding outside ELMs: in this section\, we will provide a brief overview of other sources of funds and support\, including CS\, FiPL\, REPF\, Animal health and welfare schemes and woodland creation and improvement schemes\nPreparing for the longer term success of your farm business is essential. In this section\, we’ll give you pointers for first steps to take to review your economic situation\, plan for retirement and prepare for a successful farm succession\nWhat to do now: we review what further support is available under FFR and how you can access it.\n\n  \nThis workshop is provided under the Future Farming Resilience Fund\, which was funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with Agricultural Transition. The support is free for any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments\, with an SBI and more than 5ha of land. \nIf you have not previously registered to the FFR programme\, please click here for further info and guidance on the free support available. \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. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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-business-funding-update-on-latest-grants-schemes-and-sfi-20/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="FWAG SouthWest":MAILTO:info@fwagsw.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240904T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240904T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
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SUMMARY:The Latest Farm Grants Update
DESCRIPTION:Update on grants and funding schemes available to farming businesses\n\n\nThis free workshop provides up-to-date information to farmers aiming to build farm business resilience and profitability. We review how new and existing funding schemes\, such as the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship\, have changed\, and how those schemes could apply to your farm and build your business. We also outline other schemes and grants that may apply to your farm. \nJoin us to discuss: \n\nHow funding is changing and what farmers can do to mitigate these changes​\nWhat DEFRA’s Environmental Land Management Schemes\, including SFI\, offer\nWhat other grant schemes are available\nSuccession: how to start planning for the next generation\nWhere to go next: getting ongoing support and information ​\n\n  \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund is funded by Defra to support farmers and land managers through the biggest changes in farm support for generations\, as BPS ends and new environmental schemes are launched. The support is free and available until December 2024 to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Dorset\, Somerset or Cornwall with more than 5ha of land and an SBI. \n  \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free buffet and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n7 pm – Arrival\, buffet and refreshments\n7.30 pm – Workshop starts\n9.30 pm – Q & As\n\n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, or Cornwall currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/the-latest-farm-grants-update-37/
LOCATION:Charlton Marshall Village Hall\, Green Close\, Charlton Marshall\, Dorset\, DT11 9PF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBA":MAILTO:contact@sbacic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240905T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240905T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
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SUMMARY:First Steps to Shrink Your Carbon Footprint
DESCRIPTION:Do you know how much carbon your organisation is responsible for producing? Would you like to know how to reduce your carbon footprint?\n\n\nDo you know how much carbon your organisation is responsible for producing?  \nWould you like to know how to reduce your carbon footprint as the UK moves towards a net zero future? \nIf so\, then this free workshop is for you! \nEast Devon District Council have funded this workshop (and additional support and grants) to help local businesses and non-profit organisations to calculate and reduce their carbon emissions. \nDuring this session\, you’ll work through how to understand what your current carbon emissions are using simple tools. We’ll then go on to show you what changes you can make\, both big and small to start bringing those emissions down and the benefits not only for the planet but also for your organisation or business as well. \nA common question we receive is ‘is there much I can do if I don’t own my own premises?’ The answer is yes. If you don’t own your own premises\, or even if you work from home\, there are still plenty of options for reducing your carbon footprint and benefits from doing so. \nSo\, take the first steps to reducing your carbon footprint today. \n  \nAbout the East Devon Carbon Action Programme (EDCAP) \n  \nThis workshop is part if the available support under the East Devon Carbon Action Programme (EDCAP). EDCAP has been designed to provide free support for businesses and community organisations of all sizes across East Devon to measure and reduce their carbon impact\, bring in more environmentally friendly practices and move towards becoming net zero. \nThe East Devon Carbon Action Programme is funded by East Devon District Council.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/first-steps-to-shrink-your-carbon-footprint/
LOCATION:East Devon Business Centre\, Heathpark Way\, Heathpark\, Devon\, EX14 1SF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240905T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240905T153000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
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SUMMARY:Soil Workshop with Symbiosis Soil Lab
DESCRIPTION:Introducing the basics of soil microbiology\, and the practical steps you can take to improve soil health.\n\n\nThis is the second in a series of specialist soil workshops that will introduce farmers and landowners to the basics of soil microbiology\, and the practical steps that you can take to improve soil health. The workshop will include an on-farm walk\, live soil sample analysis\, and discussions on the science behind soil health. \nSoil Workshop: Led by Symbiosis Soil Lab\, an innovative mobile laboratory\, this workshop will introduce you to soil microbiology and the benefits of soil biodiversity. Symbiosis Soil Lab operates the only known Soil Microbiology Food Web Mobile Lab and they specialise in regenerating life into soils. \nWill Luke from the Apricot Centre CIC\, will be leading a session on the basics of soil microbiology: explaining how microbes evolve and their relationships to each other\, and the help we can give them by creating an environment where they can thrive. \nFarm Walk: Al and Mariana will show us around Trigon Farm. Started in 2020\, Trigon Farm uses permaculture principles\, no-dig and regenerative practices to grow vegetables and flowers. Al and Mariana will share their reasons for adopting a no-dig approach to improve soil health and their vision to create a stable\, biodiverse ecosystem. \nUpdates on Latest Research and Policy Changes \nThe Future Farming Resilience team will also provide updates on the latest reports\, policy changes\, and where to access resources to support you to improve the soil health on your farm. \nTimings \n10:00-10:30 – Arrival and Registration \n10:30-10:45 – Introduction to Trigon Farm \n10:45-11:15 – Introduction to Soil Microbes by the Apricot Centre \n11:15-11:45 – Talk by Symbiosis Soil Lab \n11:45-13:45 – Farm Walk & Live Soil Analysis \n13:45-14:45 – Lunch \n14:45-15:45 – Soil Management in Practice – updates in policy & research\, funding\, and agricultural support \n15:15-15:30 – Q&A and Event End \n1:1 Soil Consultancy with Symbiosis Soil Lab \nAttendees will have the opportunity to apply for a fully funded 1:1 consultancy with Symbiosis Soil Lab following the completion of an Expression of Interest Form which will be provided at the workshop and an electric copy emailed following attendance. \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. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/soil-workshop-with-symbiosis-soil-lab-2/
LOCATION:Trigon Farm\, Trigon Farm\, Derriton\, Devon\, EX22 6JU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240909T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240619T115917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T120243Z
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SUMMARY:SFI on-farm: Permanent Pasture\, Rotation and Herbal Leys
DESCRIPTION:With thanks to the Cox family for hosting\n\n\nThe recent Defra announcement regarding an expanded SFI offer\, available from late July 2024\, have left many farmers wondering whether SFI is the right approach for them. \nJoin us at this workshop where we explore what SFI could offer your farm business\, with a particular focus on: \n\nHow SFI can work in practice on a mixed farm\nWhat SFI actions are suitable\, what they require you to do\, and how much you could earn\nWe will focus in particular on actions suitable for permanent and rotational grass\, including herbal leys\nHow CS grants can support your land management\, including how to apply\n\n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, or Cornwall currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/sfi-on-farm-permanent-pasture-rotation-and-herbal-leys/
LOCATION:Manor Farm\, Long Sutton\, Somerset\, TA10 9HT\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="SBA":MAILTO:contact@sbacic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240909T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240909T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240501T140138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T134836Z
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SUMMARY:The Latest Farm Grants Update
DESCRIPTION:Update on grants and funding schemes available to farming businesses\n\n\nThis free workshop provides up-to-date information to farmers aiming to build farm business resilience and profitability. We review how new and existing funding schemes\, such as the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship\, have changed\, and how those schemes could apply to your farm and build your business. We also outline other schemes and grants that may apply to your farm. \nJoin us to discuss: \n\nHow funding is changing and what farmers can do to mitigate these changes​\nWhat DEFRA’s Environmental Land Management Schemes\, including SFI\, offer\nWhat other grant schemes are available\nSuccession: how to start planning for the next generation\nWhere to go next: getting ongoing support and information ​\n\n  \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund is funded by Defra to support farmers and land managers through the biggest changes in farm support for generations\, as BPS ends and new environmental schemes are launched. The support is free and available until December 2024 to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Dorset\, Somerset or Cornwall with more than 5ha of land and an SBI. \n  \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving hot drinks and biscuits prior to the start of the workshop. \n\n6:30 pm – Arrival and refreshments\n7:00 pm – Presentation starts\n9:00 pm – Presentation ends\n9:30 pm – Workshop ends\n\n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, or Cornwall currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/the-latest-farm-grants-update-17/
LOCATION:Sherborne Golf Club\, Higher Clatcombe\, Sherborne\, Dorset\, DT9 4RN\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240910T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240910T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240813T083251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T083251Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Support for SFI
DESCRIPTION:Gain the confidence and digital skills needed to apply for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) successfully.\n\n\nOverview: Gain the confidence and digital skills needed to apply for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) successfully. This workshop is perfect for farmers\, land managers\, and agricultural consultants\, whether you’re new to SFI or looking to optimise your application and record-keeping. \nKey Topics: \n\nRegistration & Updates: Step-by-step guide to registering and managing your SFI details.\nApplication Process: Tips for completing and submitting your application error-free.\nSFI Handbook: How to navigate and use this essential resource.\nSFI Actions: Choosing and implementing the right actions for your farm.\nRecord Keeping: Best practices for gathering evidence and organising files.\nSpreadsheet & Cloud Tools: Techniques for tracking activities and safeguarding records.\nPhoto Documentation: Documenting actions with photos and GPS locations.\nRPA Submission: A complete walkthrough of the Rural Payments Agency submission process.\n\n  \nWho Should Attend: Ideal for anyone involved in SFI\, from first-time applicants to seasoned participants. For Farmers In the Cornwall\, Devon\, Dorset and Somerset areas only. \nOutcome: Walk away with an organised system for managing your records and the confidence to submit your SFI application with ease. \n  \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-support-for-sfi/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240911T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240911T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240812T151125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T114605Z
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SUMMARY:Using Networking and PR to Build Your Sustainable Presence
DESCRIPTION:Showing you how to focus on local opportunities for PR and networking to build a sustainable presence.\n\n\nIn this workshop we will show you how to focus on local opportunities for PR and networking to build sustainability presence\, and the benefits of buying local by engaging with local supply chains. \nYou will gain insights into the key facets of sustainable business practice and learn practical approaches to foster growth. \nThis workshop will cover: \n\nUnderstanding how to create your own sustainability message\nBuilding a networking strategy\nCreating your own sustainability network map\nLearning the key elements of PR\nUnderstanding the different PR channels\nCreating your own PR campaign plan to promote your sustainability message.\n\nSustainability is now inescapable for every business\, and ignoring it could cost you your clients. By making your business greener\, you’ll be more attractive to existing and future clients who are undergoing their own green transformation. \nThe Pathway to Net Zero programme has been designed to provide free support for Plymouth-based businesses to adopt more environmentally conscious processes and move towards becoming net zero. \n  \nEligibilty \nThis support is available completely free to anyone located within the Plymouth City Council City boundary. If you’re unsure\, you can check by inputting your postcode into the Council Checker. \n 
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/using-networking-and-pr-to-build-your-sustainable-presence/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240604T154853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T083107Z
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SUMMARY:East Devon Carbon Action Roadshow & New Grant Fund Launch
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fantastic roadshow event\, bringing green business support to a venue near you\, through the East Devon Carbon Action Programme!\n\n\nRunning from 10am to 1pm at Heron Farm in Weston\, featuring workshops\, speakers and networking opportunities. \nNew Grant Funding: Carbon Action Fund \nWe’ll be launching the details of the NEW Carbon Action Fund\, which will provide grant funding for local businesses\, community organisations and charities to purchase carbon reduction equipment. \nGuest Speaker\, Benjamin Mee \nWe are also delighted to welcome our special guest\, Benjamin Mee\, who is an inspiring speaker and author of “We Bought a Zoo\,” recounting his incredible story of purchasing and turning around Dartmoor Zoo\, which was turned into a Hollywood film starring Matt Damon. Benjamin has unwavering passion for transforming lives through knowledge\, collaboration and partnership to encourage sustainability and conservation. \nCarbon Reduction Equipment Suppliers & Networking \nThere will be a range of businesses showcasing carbon reduction equipment who will be on hand to talk about their renewable solutions such as solar\, EV charging and heat pumps. \nYou can discuss your plans\, explore new technology and learn about the range of products and services that are available to you when considering options for investment and implementation of your net zero plans. \nCarbon Foot Printing Made Easy Workshop \nThis practical workshop will provide a no-nonsense and practical guide to businesses to enable them to avoid ‘green washing’ and build their own understanding of steps they can take to take them on their journey towards Net Zero. \nYou’ll be given guidance on how to reduce your carbon footprint as well as how to access grants through Carbon Action Fund to help you put your plans into action. \nThe Venue \nThis roadshow has been kindly hosted at Heron Farm\, an award-winning cafe\, vineyards\, orchards\, kitchen garden\, located just outside Honiton with EV charging points. \nAbout the East Devon Carbon Action Programme (EDCAP) \nEDCAP has been designed to provide free support for businesses and community organisations of all sizes across East Devon to measure and reduce their carbon impact\, bring in more environmentally friendly practices and move towards becoming net zero. \nThe East Devon Carbon Action Programme is funded by East Devon District Council. \n  \nEligibility \nThis event has been funded by East Devon District Council\, and for that reason only East Devon based businesses are eligible to attend.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/east-devon-carbon-action-programme-road-show-heron-farm/
LOCATION:Heron Farm\, Heron Farm\, Weston\, Devon\, EX14 3NZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240508T104435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T115448Z
UID:10000428-1726164000-1726171200@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rural Support Webinar: Disease Control\, Contingency and Wellbeing
DESCRIPTION:Speaker details for our September webinar will be available soon.\n\n\nOverview\nThe Rural Support and Wellbeing project\, run by the Heart of the South West Trading Standards service\, aims to raise awareness of the rural support services available to the farming community\, through specialist workshops and representation at rural events\, such as livestock markets and agricultural shows. \nThis project is being delivered in Cornwall\, Devon\, Dorset\, and Somerset as part of the Future Farming Resilience programme\, funded by DEFRA to support farmers and land managers. The support is free and available to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThe Wellbeing Webinar series usually runs on the first Thursday of every month until December 2024. \nThe theme and speakers for September’s webinar is yet to be confirmed\, but watch this space! \nPrevious webinars have covered a range of themes\, such as: \n\nFarm Safety\nFire Safety & Holistic Wellbeing\nCost of Living\nRural Community Care\nFarm Resilience\n\n\n\nGuest speakers at our previous webinars have included: \n\nFarm Safety Foundation / Yellow Wellies\nDevon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service\nCornwall Fire & Rescue Service\nStep One Charity\nSouth Somerset CC Village Agents\nDevon & Cornwall Police: Rural Crime\nRural Mental Health Matters\n\n\n\n\n\nWorkshop details:\nThis will be an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. \n  \n\n\n\nEligibility\nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/rural-support-webinar-september/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240912T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240501T140338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T135051Z
UID:10000410-1726167600-1726178400@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Latest Farm Grants Update
DESCRIPTION:Update on grants and funding schemes available to farming businesses\n\n\nThis free workshop provides up-to-date information to farmers aiming to build farm business resilience and profitability. We review how new and existing funding schemes\, such as the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship\, have changed\, and how those schemes could apply to your farm and build your business. We also outline other schemes and grants that may apply to your farm. \nJoin us to discuss: \n\nHow funding is changing and what farmers can do to mitigate these changes​\nWhat DEFRA’s Environmental Land Management Schemes\, including SFI\, offer\nWhat other grant schemes are available\nSuccession: how to start planning for the next generation\nWhere to go next: getting ongoing support and information ​\n\n  \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund is funded by Defra to support farmers and land managers through the biggest changes in farm support for generations\, as BPS ends and new environmental schemes are launched. The support is free and available until December 2024 to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Dorset\, Somerset or Cornwall with more than 5ha of land and an SBI. \n  \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving hot drinks and biscuits prior to the start of the workshop. \n\n7.00pm – Arrival and refreshments\n7.30pm – Presentation starts\n9.30pm – Presentation ends\n10.00pm – Workshop ends\n\n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, or Cornwall currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/the-latest-farm-grants-update-18/
LOCATION:Callington Town Hall\, New Road\, Callington\, Cornwall/Scilly\, PL17\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240917T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240815T082512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T082512Z
UID:10000492-1726567200-1726574400@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:How to Create a Net Zero Workforce
DESCRIPTION:Discover strategies to build a net zero workforce\, reducing carbon footprints and promoting sustainability in your organisation.\n\n\nHow to Create a Net Zero Workforce \nThis workshop will take you on a journey towards creating a Net Zero Workforce. A workplace that not only cares about the environment but actively contributes to a sustainable future. \nKey Topics: \nTransformative Journey Ahead\nEmbark on a transformative journey to cultivate a Net Zero Workforce \nTurning Change into Assets\nTurn engagement\, capabilities\, and cultural change into tangible\, sustainable assets for your business. \nEmpower Your Workforce\nFind out essential strategies to empower your workforce for a Net Zero future \nDeveloping Vital Skills\nIdentify and develop the vital skills needed for a Net Zero future. \nJoin us in this workshop where we break down complex concepts into simple\, actionable steps. No matter where you are on your sustainability journey\, this workshop will equip you with the tools and knowledge to create a workplace culture that not only benefits your business but also contributes to a healthier planet.
URL:https://businessinfopoint.co.uk/workshops/how-to-create-a-net-zero-workforce/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Sustainability
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240917T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240917T220000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240501T142403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T135606Z
UID:10000411-1726599600-1726610400@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Latest Farm Grants Update
DESCRIPTION:Update on grants and funding schemes available to farming businesses\n\n\nThis free workshop provides up-to-date information to farmers aiming to build farm business resilience and profitability. We review how new and existing funding schemes\, such as the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship\, have changed\, and how those schemes could apply to your farm and build your business. We also outline other schemes and grants that may apply to your farm. \nJoin us to discuss: \n\nHow funding is changing and what farmers can do to mitigate these changes​\nWhat DEFRA’s Environmental Land Management Schemes\, including SFI\, offer\nWhat other grant schemes are available\nSuccession: how to start planning for the next generation\nWhere to go next: getting ongoing support and information ​\n\n  \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund is funded by Defra to support farmers and land managers through the biggest changes in farm support for generations\, as BPS ends and new environmental schemes are launched. The support is free and available until December 2024 to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Dorset\, Somerset or Cornwall with more than 5ha of land and an SBI. \n  \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving hot drinks and biscuits prior to the start of the workshop. \n\n7.00pm – Arrival and refreshments\n7.30pm – Presentation starts\n9.30pm – Presentation ends\n10.00pm – Workshop ends\n\n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, or Cornwall currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/the-latest-farm-grants-update-19/
LOCATION:Victory Hall\, Victory Hall\, Broadclyst\, Devon\, EX5 3EE\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240918T213000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240717T111915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T111915Z
UID:10000470-1726684200-1726695000@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Latest Farm Grants Update
DESCRIPTION:Update on grants and funding schemes available to farming businesses\n\n\nThis free workshop provides up-to-date information to farmers aiming to build farm business resilience and profitability. We review how new and existing funding schemes\, such as the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship\, have changed\, and how those schemes could apply to your farm and build your business. We also outline other schemes and grants that may apply to your farm. \nJoin us to discuss: \n  \n\nHow funding is changing and what farmers can do to mitigate these changes​\nWhat DEFRA’s Environmental Land Management Schemes\, including SFI\, offer\nWhat other grant schemes are available\nSuccession: how to start planning for the next generation\nWhere to go next: getting ongoing support and information ​\n\n  \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund is funded by Defra to support farmers and land managers through the biggest changes in farm support for generations\, as BPS ends and new environmental schemes are launched. The support is free and available until December 2024 to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Dorset\, Somerset or Cornwall with more than 5ha of land and an SBI. \n  \nTimings & Refreshments: \nWe will be serving a free supper and refreshments prior to the start of the workshop with timings as follows: \n\n6:30 pm – Arrival\, supper and refreshments\n7:00 pm – Presentation starts\n9:00 pm – Presentation ends\n9:30 pm – Workshop ends\n\n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, or Cornwall currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/the-latest-farm-grants-update-40/
LOCATION:The Ropemakers\, 36 West Street\, Bridport\, Dorset\, DT6 3QP\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="FWAG SouthWest":MAILTO:info@fwagsw.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240912T114835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T115237Z
UID:10000511-1726768800-1726776000@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Rural Support Webinar: Feed Hygiene & Farm Assurance
DESCRIPTION:Featuring speakers from Heart of the South West Trading Standards\n\n\nOverview\nThe Rural Support and Wellbeing project\, run by the Heart of the South West Trading Standards service\, aims to raise awareness of the rural support services available to the farming community\, through specialist workshops and representation at rural events\, such as livestock markets and agricultural shows. \nThis project is being delivered in Cornwall\, Devon\, Dorset\, and Somerset as part of the Future Farming Resilience programme\, funded by DEFRA to support farmers and land managers. The support is free and available from October 2022 to any farmer or land manager currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nThe Wellbeing Webinar series usually runs on the first Thursday of every month\, from October 2023 to December 2024. This particular session however\, is an additional webinar to the series. \nThe theme and speakers for this webinar is Feed Hygiene & Farm Assurance\, featuring guest speakers: \nNaomi Osborne and Rebecca Langdon\, Heart of the South West Trading Standards Service: covering feed hygiene & farm assurance \n\n\n\nRichard Frewin\, Operations Manager for Associated British Ports – Teignmouth: covering the port history\, updates\, on current trade and assurance \n\n\n\n\nGuest speakers at our previous webinars include: \n\n\n\nFarm Safety Foundation / Yellow Wellies\nDevon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service (& Cornwall Fire & Rescue Service)\nStep One Charity\nSouth Somerset CC Village Agents\nDevon & Cornwall Police: Rural Crime\nRural Mental Health Matters\n\n\n\n\nEligibility\nThis workshop is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/rural-support-webinar-feed-hygiene-farm-assurance/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240919T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240617T084440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240617T084440Z
UID:10000445-1726768800-1726779600@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Latest Farm Grants Update
DESCRIPTION:Update on grants and funding schemes available to farming businesses\n\n\nThis free workshop provides up-to-date information to farmers aiming to build farm business resilience and profitability. We review how new and existing funding schemes\, such as the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship\, have changed\, and how those schemes could apply to your farm and build your business. We also outline other schemes and grants that may apply to your farm. \nJoin us to discuss: \n  \n\nHow funding is changing and what farmers can do to mitigate these changes​\nWhat DEFRA’s Environmental Land Management Schemes\, including SFI\, offer\nWhat other grant schemes are available\nSuccession: how to start planning for the next generation\nWhere to go next: getting ongoing support and information ​\n\n  \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund is funded by Defra to support farmers and land managers through the biggest changes in farm support for generations\, as BPS ends and new environmental schemes are launched. The support is free and available until December 2024 to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Dorset\, Somerset or Cornwall with more than 5ha of land and an SBI. \n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, or Cornwall currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/the-latest-farm-grants-update-33/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240920T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240920T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240911T072620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T072620Z
UID:10000509-1726826400-1726835400@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.\n\n\nWith Xero\, you can automate everyday financial tasks and easily track and pay bills. More farm work\, less paperwork. \nDuring this workshop our trainer will guide you through: \n\nThe Xero dashboard and how to navigate it\nChart of accounts\nBills\nInvoices\nRegistering assets\nCAT returns\nReports\nPayroll\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/using-xero-for-your-online-farm-accounting-10/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240920T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240821T112249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240821T112249Z
UID:10000499-1726840800-1726848000@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:The Latest Farm Grants Update
DESCRIPTION:Update on grants and funding schemes available to farming businesses\n\n\nThis free workshop provides up-to-date information to farmers aiming to build farm business resilience and profitability. We review how new and existing funding schemes\, such as the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship\, have changed\, and how those schemes could apply to your farm and build your business. We also outline other schemes and grants that may apply to your farm. \nJoin us to discuss: \n\nHow funding is changing and what farmers can do to mitigate these changes​\nWhat DEFRA’s Environmental Land Management Schemes\, including SFI\, offer\nWhat other grant schemes are available\nSuccession: how to start planning for the next generation\nWhere to go next: getting ongoing support and information ​\n\n  \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund is funded by Defra to support farmers and land managers through the biggest changes in farm support for generations\, as BPS ends and new environmental schemes are launched. The support is free and available until December 2024 to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Dorset\, Somerset or Cornwall with more than 5ha of land and an SBI. \n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, or Cornwall currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/the-latest-farm-grants-update-41/
LOCATION:Kings Down Pavilion\, Kings Drive\, Bridgwater\, Somerset\, TA6 4FU\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240923T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240902T121032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240902T121032Z
UID:10000501-1727116200-1727123400@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:SFI 2024: the latest updates on scheme details and how to apply
DESCRIPTION:Get up to date with SFI 2024 and how it could benefit your farm business\n\n\nSFI 2024 contains over 100 farm-based Actions that you could use on-farm to generate additional income. Many of the Actions represent farm activity you are already familiar with. However\, as SFI has grown and become more complex\, it is important to understand how you can make the most of this scheme. As FFR ends\, take this opportunity to get the most up-to-date advice and guidance for free while it is still available. \n  \nJoin us as we discuss: \n\nThe requirements of the most relevant SFI 2024 Actions\nSupplemental Actions\, and how these can add value to your SFI agreement\nEndorsed Actions could be of value to your high-value biodiverse land\nHow the application process works\, and what you should do next.\n\n  \nWorkshop details:\nThis will be an online session\, delivered via Zoom. Joining details will be sent to you 48 hours before the workshop. \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. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/sfi-2024-the-latest-updates-on-scheme-details-and-how-to-apply/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240924T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240924T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240625T120725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T120725Z
UID:10000456-1727172000-1727181000@businessinfopoint.co.uk
SUMMARY:Digital Support for Farmers
DESCRIPTION:Join our Digital Support Online. This session is designed to help farmers use digital tools and technology.\n\n\nJoin our Digital Support Online session. This session is designed to help farmers use digital tools and technology to manage their farms more easily. Join us to learn practical solutions and expert advice to improve your digital skills and make your farm operations smoother and more efficient. \nWe can help with: \nInternet Connectivity: Solving problems with rural internet connections. \nGrants on Government Websites: Finding grants on government websites. \nUsing Magic Maps for SFI Grants: Learning how to use Magic Maps for SFI grants. \nUnderstanding Online Forms\, Emails\, and Attachments: Making online forms and managing emails and attachments simpler. \nOrganising Farm Pictures: Discovering simple ways to organise and manage farm pictures for easier use. \nThis is an online session where you can come with questions and learn from other farmers. \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/digital-support-for-farmers-4/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cosmic":MAILTO:info@cosmic.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20240925T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20240925T210000
DTSTAMP:20260504T094853
CREATED:20240212T100409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240822T130334Z
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SUMMARY:Farm Business Funding: Update on Latest Grants\, Schemes and SFI
DESCRIPTION:Stay up to date with developments in agriculture to navigate the Agricultural Transition.\n\n\nAs farmers in the Southwest move away from Basic Payments\, many have benefited from the free support available under the Defra-funded Future Farming Resilience scheme. \nWith the pace of information change\, it is increasingly difficult to keep up with new developments and stay on top of important announcements and updates in agriculture. \n  \nDuring this FREE workshop we will discuss: \n\nHow ELMs\, including SFI and Landscape Recovery\, can work for your farm. In this section\, we will include both practical and financial feedback and guidance from those already taking part\nSources of farm funding outside ELMs: in this section\, we will provide a brief overview of other sources of funds and support\, including CS\, FiPL\, REPF\, Animal health and welfare schemes and woodland creation and improvement schemes\nPreparing for the longer term success of your farm business is essential. In this section\, we’ll give you pointers for first steps to take to review your economic situation\, plan for retirement and prepare for a successful farm succession\nWhat to do now: we review what further support is available under FFR and how you can access it.\n\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\, with an SBI number and more than 5ha of land. \nThis workshop is provided under the Future Farming Resilience Fund\, which was funded by Defra to allow us to support farmers and land managers with Agricultural Transition. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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-business-funding-update-on-latest-grants-schemes-and-sfi-15/
LOCATION:Online\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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SUMMARY:The Latest Farm Grants Update
DESCRIPTION:Update on grants and funding schemes available to farming businesses\n\n\nThis free workshop provides up-to-date information to farmers aiming to build farm business resilience and profitability. We review how new and existing funding schemes\, such as the Sustainable Farming Incentive and Countryside Stewardship\, have changed\, and how those schemes could apply to your farm and build your business. We also outline other schemes and grants that may apply to your farm. \nJoin us to discuss: \n\nHow funding is changing and what farmers can do to mitigate these changes​\nWhat DEFRA’s Environmental Land Management Schemes\, including SFI\, offer\nWhat other grant schemes are available\nSuccession: how to start planning for the next generation\nWhere to go next: getting ongoing support and information ​\n\n  \nThe Future Farming Resilience Fund is funded by Defra to support farmers and land managers through the biggest changes in farm support for generations\, as BPS ends and new environmental schemes are launched. The support is free and available until December 2024 to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Dorset\, Somerset or Cornwall with more than 5ha of land and an SBI. \n  \nEligibility: \nThis workshop is part of the Future Farming Resilience programme & is available to any farmer or land manager in Devon\, Somerset\, Dorset\, or Cornwall currently in receipt of BPS payments. \nTo be eligible to participate in the Future Farming Resilience project and receive subsequent 1:1 support or attend further workshops\, you will be required to complete a Monitoring Information form. Forms will be provided by your advisor\, at a workshop\, or emailed to you after an online workshop. Please ensure forms are completed swiftly. Please be aware that BIP may limit further access to specialist workshops or 1:1 advice\, if the form is not completed. \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/the-latest-farm-grants-update-27/
LOCATION:The Watermark\, Erme Court\, Leonards Road\, Ivybridge\, Devon\, PL21 0SZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Agriculture
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