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Agricultural & Rural Development

Within the agricultural and rural communities Alan Bason Associates have gained a strong reputation for delivering results.

We have extensive knowledge regarding key issues facing agriculture such as business development, business restructuring, single farm payments, environmental legislation and schemes, diversification, grants and expert witness services.

We fully appreciative how volatile all sectors of UK agriculture have become in recent years and how planning for the future has become ever more challenging.

The volatility within the agricultural sector comes at a time when the UK economy is in a recession, which in turn can increase pressures on diversified enterprises operating both on farm and within the rural community.

Please contact us to find out how we can help you, and remember the initial meeting is free of charge.

Expert Witness
In more recent years Alan Bason Associates have been called upon to act as an independent expert witness in agricultural matters, evaluating the business assets and interpreting the evidence and preparing opinion for the court.

If you have a requirement for an expert witness then please contact us to discuss your particular requirements. And remember there are no consultancy fees for the initial meeting.

Asset Review
For many businesses, an update of their assets allows them to either revaluate their net worth or allows them to strengthen their position by disposing of assets which allows them to reduce their liabilities.

We would recommend making a start with an asset review to establish your businesses net worth including a detailed and close look at the balance sheet structure of the business and will also look at the short term finance of the business such as HP's and leases.

Why should I do it?
It will give you an understanding of what money is tied up in the business and capital.

We look at to see what level of return your assets are generating and make an assessment to see if it is a good use of that asset. We would question whether your assets fit in with the strategy of the business future.

Ultimately we want you to be able to understand whether you can use the assets for security for finance.

Conclusion
It potentially will save you money by looking at the structures of your assets and liabilities and identify alternative solutions.

How does Alan Bason Associates approach it?

• Through discussion and consultation
• Site(s) reviews
• Making an analysis of findings
• Finally reporting and conclusions

Diversification and Grants
Around 50% of farms in the UK supplement traditional income through farm diversification, which reduces the dependence on conventional agricultural production. However, diversification can bring with it a completely different set of problems from those usually faced by the agricultural and rural sectors. I have assisted numerous farming and non-farming businesses establishing successful alternative sources of income. Clients can rest assured that no matter what the issue or the idea they are able to get the advice guidance and support that they require.

We are also able to assist businesses trying to locate funding for new ventures be that from mainstream lenders, government and EU grants, to private investors.

Please contact us for further information on diversification and grants, and remember the initial meeting is free.

Farm Consulting
Our goal is to help your business achieve the maximum potential possible. Alan Bason Associates has assisted business for the past ten years to ensure they meet their own objectives, be that expansion through acquisition by purchase or renting to collaboration and contract farming agreements.

Often the principle decision makers want to make changes to their business but are unsure how to fully implement their plan or require a second opinion to ensure it is the right decision for them and their business.

Alan Bason Associates can provide that level of support and guidance that allows the individuals involved to grow in confidence as their plans materialise.

In addition to business advice we also specialise in agricultural grants and legislation, something that is becoming more prevalent and more time consuming. Whether it is grant applications, asset management, on-line marketing or on farm food processing, Alan Bason Associates can help deliver the right results.

Business Development
The first aspect of business development is to identify where you are now, where you want to be and what steps need to be taken to get you there. To do this, Alan Bason Associates work closely with clients to understand their own personal financial and physical position along with their individual markets and how they may be changing.

The opportunities or changes that have been identified need to be prioritised in terms of potential returns on investment or savings to be made.

We believe in keeping things simple, and if necessary will deliver plans through to fruition, all with a no-nonsense approach.

Renewable energy crops

Renewable energy crops are currently eligible for a 50% funding grant (which is non-repayable) towards establishment costs, including field preparation. Alan Bason Associates specialise in this area (particularly Miscanthus and Short Rotation Coppice) with over 80% of applications have been prepared by Alan Bason. By engaging an expert in this area to do the form filling for you, you ensure that your business:

• Maximises the grant available to it's business
• Alan Bason Associates will act as an interface between your business and Natural England, thus taking out the hassle of form filling and any queries.

Single Farm payments
Since the inception of Single Farm Payments Alan Bason Associates have been closely involved, tracking the changes that have taken place, which has enabled us to develop an extensive knowledge of the scheme.

This knowledge of the scheme means we are well placed to offer advice and guidance, in relation to the application process but also to the farmer's obligations and requirements under cross compliance.

Please contact us to find out how we can help you, and remember the initial meeting is free of charge.

Associates

Alan Bason Associates work with strategic partners in order to deliver specific specialties.

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