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Farm Grants: Gaps in Defra grant funding restricting farming businesses, says Knight Frank consultant

Referring to the Slurry Infrastructure Grant, Henry Clemons, an associate in rural consultancy at Knight Frank said while invaluable for farming businesses, the application process ‘demands a significant amount of detail, technical expertise and resources that many farmers simply do not possess or cannot afford to divert from their core operations'

Rachael Brown
Chief Reporter
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Farm Grants: Gaps in Defra grant funding restricting farming businesses, says Knight Frank consultant

Addressing the gaps in grant funding, streamlining application processes and providing tailored support to rural businesses can help farmers unlock their full potential and pave the way for a more resilient,...

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