Agriculture

Agriculture plays a crucial role in the whole life of a given economy, providing food, raw materials, and employment opportunities. Batcheller Monkhouse offers advice to farmers and rural businesses on a wide range of agricultural issues.

Our rural professionals are greatly involved in the agricultural community, and provide a comprehensive farm management and consultancy service across the South East. Our teams will guide you by drawing on their extensive knowledge and experience in the industry. Whether you are considering an expansion, developing new enterprises, or need assistance reviewing your existing farm business, we can help.

Furthermore, we can advise on grant funding, environmental schemes and employment issues. See below our agricultural services:

AMC

The Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (AMC) has been providing farming loans and finance for over 90 years. Batcheller Monkhouse are AMC Authorised Agents and Valuers, thus we are the first port of call for farmers and rural businesses. Contact us for more information.

Farm Business Reviews

A skilled analysis of existing enterprises and excellent knowledge of the wider marketplace is essential. It ensures that our clients’ farming businesses are ready to meet an ever changing and challenging agricultural climate.

Forestry and Woodland

Woodland is a natural part of any farm or estate. Well managed woodland can provide commercial revenue, sporting potential, enhanced amenity value and carbon sequestration. Ensure you understand forestry and amenity management and the grants available.

Environmental Services

Bringing together the expertise of our planning and land management teams to provide a complete package for landowners, farmers and developers. Our staff have extensive experience in key areas of environmental planning and land management.

Grants

The grants regime is always under review and application windows are often short. We are experienced in securing grant funding for a range of projects including holiday cottages, business space, leisure enterprises and community projects.

Basic Payment Scheme

Dealing with the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) can be frustrating. Every year, Batcheller Monkhouse deals with hundreds of applications. There are very few scenarios we have not experienced and resolved. We can support you with the application process, appeals and entitlement trading.