Diversification - Bigger is not always better, look at 'passive' options first

Diversifying income streams to negate falling direct payments will be an attractive option to many farm businesses, but small-scale projects can sometimes be just as lucrative, without carrying as much risk.

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Diversification - Bigger is not always better, look at 'passive' options first

Diversifying income streams to negate falling direct payments will be an attractive option to many farm businesses, but small-scale projects can sometimes be just as lucrative, without carrying as much...

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