Diversification

Government-funded project aims to offer farmers route to diversification and business resilience

Having established a thriving raw milk and meat box business, Lancashire farmers Emma Robinson and Ian O’Reilly have taken the farm to the next level with their eco restaurant. Emily Ashworth pays them a visit

"This exciting news marks an important milestone in Scotland's growing reputation as an agritourism destination"

The changes will allow people to create more residential dwellings as well as open new diversifications

More than half of travellers have research or booked a trip based on a TV show or film

The course, which is supported by Tesco and Harper Adams, hopes to provide farmers with specific skills and insights into sustainable practices

The Government is extending permitted development rights to give farmers greater freedoms to diversify and convert agricultural buildings for commercial uses

Hannah Buisman, 26, is a farmer and vineyard manager from Welwyn in Hertfordshire.

Television presenter Stephen Mulhern visited Horrocks Moor Farm for the game show

Making the most of their unique location in North Fife has enabled the Black family to develop a sustainable business to hand on to future generations. Ewan Pate reports