Most of Cumbria and the Yorkshire Dales are currently in Tier 1, but the problem for those running tourism businesses is that bookings and trade are affected by most of Northern England being under Tier 2 or Tier 3 restrictions.  As a result, accommodation is being cancelled and visitor numbers are much lower than normal […]

We have an opportunity for an enthusiastic, motivated candidate to join our Farm Team. The role involves working closely with, assisting and learning from our Farm Vet Technician, and is available because of the increasing level of services offered by this side of the practice within a growing Farm Department. A willingness to learn, and […]

This week has seen the implementation of the new 3 tier system of Covid restrictions in England.  Apart from Barrow in Furness which is in Tier 2, the Yorkshire Dales and Cumbria are in Tier 1 (Medium risk).  Liverpool is in Tier 3 (very high) and today will be joined by Lancashire with Manchester likely […]

Click the link below to read our latest Coronavirus briefing CORONAVIRUS BRIEFING 16th OCTOBER 2020 This briefing provides information about the Government support available to businesses during the Coronavirus outbreak.  For more details, click Business Support Finder and with any questions, please contact the Farmer Network on 01768 868615, or E mail:  Veronica@thefarmernetwork.co.uk.

BUSINESS SUPPORT FOR YOUNG PEOPLE PROGRAMME We are recruiting for the next cohort of young people for this programme of business training, one to one support from a mentor and the opportunity to apply for a small grant or loan.  Email: kate@thefarmernetwork.co.uk. FREE FARM BUSINESS REVIEWS THROUGH CUMBRIA GROWTH CATALYST The Farmer Network has funding […]

The Chancellor has just announced further support for jobs and businesses affected by Coronavirus shutdowns.  Employees who work for firms forced to shut by law because of coronavirus restrictions will get two-thirds of their wages paid for by the government.  This is an “expansion” of the Job Support Scheme, which begins on 1 November and […]

Due to opening a new rendering plant, our Corporate Member Robinson Mitchell is offering some significantly discounted prices on fallen stock collections for BD, CA, HG, LA, & LS postcode areas.  Follow the link for full details of the prices Leo-Group-Robinson-Mitchell-Price-List Final

The Soil Association is carrying out a farmer survey to provide some evidence of farmer interest in Soil Health to feed into the public goods debate on policy and payments. Fill out the survey to contribute to this and there is a prize draw of entries. Carbon Assets for Soil Health – rewarding farmers providing […]

Defra has just reopened a new round of its Countryside Productivity Small Grant scheme with the application period open for just 4 weeks.  Farmers can apply for funding towards specific items of equipment related to technical efficiency, animal health and welfare, resource efficiency, or nutrient management.  The grant is 40% of standard costs with a […]

Click the link below to read The Farmer Networks Latest Coronavirus Briefing. CORONAVIRUS BRIEFING 1st OCTOBER 2020 This briefing provides information about the Government support available to businesses during the Coronavirus outbreak.  For more details, click Business Support Finder and with any questions, please contact the Farmer Network on 01768 868615, or E mail:  Veronica@thefarmernetwork.co.uk.

Small COVID-19 Grant scheme now open in Yorkshire Businesses in Yorkshire can now apply for grants from £1,000 to £3,000 if they can demonstrate a 40% loss of income between March and June compared with the same period in 2019.  The grants can be used for specialist advice plus equipment to boost productivity, to continue […]