Want a No-nonsense approach to Farming....Come to Landsense! We at Landsense have been approached by many farm managers/landowners about enhancing their farm businesses. The state of the rural sector in Britain today is of serious concern and farmers need to utilise the best skills and experience available in order to adapt successfully to the changing world around them. The introduction of the Single Payment Scheme in 2005 was the most fundamental reform of the Common Agricultural Policy since its inception. However the process of reform is continuing and understanding the future direction is an essential part of the work we do to drive our client’s businesses to profit.

Understanding the dynamics of a farming business are vital in this process; our team at Landsense all have personal experience in the agricultural sector and can apply this with combined business and management skills to provide the best and most cost effective methods of maximising profit in the modern market. As diversification becomes an increasingly important route for farms and rural businesses, it is vital to have a detailed knowledge of exactly what financial help is available. Numerous government and EU grant schemes are attainable for projects both large and small, for example; we have consulted on a number of environmental schemes, such as ELS and HLS. The delivery of Government funding in rural areas is under major review, which means timing is paramount; our specialist knowledge and dedication to research ensures our client’s projects have the best chance of success. We can also offer the services of a dedicated farm consultant with over forty years experience in the industry.

Contract farming has become increasingly popular over the last 20 years, these agreements come about in specific situations and we can help with; farmers wishing to reduce involvement in running of business, the restructuring of your business, increasing cash flow, maintaining tax benefits and we can also advise on expanding production and reducing costs. We also help landowners who do not wish to actively farm but wish to retain control of any business run on their land and want to retain the tax benefits. Organic Farming is another diversification of agriculture which has become increasingly popular over the last decade. Due to our long-standing farm management experience we have a particular understanding of the implications inherent in conversion to organic status. With solid market contacts, personal appreciation for farmer’s lifestyles and full knowledge of grants and subsidies available we aim to guide our clients through any transition with ease.

Landsense can provide consultancy and services on the below topics:
Contract Farming / Joint Ventures
Environmental Stewardship Including ELS/HLS Applications
CAP Reform
Farm Business Accounting
Farm Business Appraisals
Farm Business Diversification
Grant Applications
Organic Farming
Conservation & Environmental Matters
Practical Livestock Advice
Agricultural Tenancy Matters: Succession, Arbitration, Termination of Agreements