Services

Many farming families find it difficult to discuss the emotional, financial and personal aspects of the succession. Andy is trained and certified to facilitate these challenging meetings ensuring that all members of the family can take part in the conversation.

• Founder member and custodian of the Succession Alliance

• A tried and tested model to ensure a successful outcome from the discussions and future-proof the family business.

• Creates a safe place for every family member to be heard.

• All issues and concerns are identified and discussed.

• A Family Action Plan will be agreed to ensure the smooth transition of assets, knowledge and management responsibilities.

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Learn about The Succession Alliance here

Andy is probably the leading independent advisor providing support to farmers wishing to adopt Integrated Farm Management techniques and work towards LEAF Marque accreditation.

• The first consultant to be officially Endorsed by LEAF (Linking Environment And Farming)

• Practical solutions to help optimise the benefits of Integrated Farm Management

• Assistance with completing the LEAF Sustainable Farming Review and designing Action Plans

Learn more about LEAF Marque here

• Strategic business reviews, helping to identify threats and weaknesses and assisting businesses to manage change including generational hand-overs and crisis management

• Mentoring Services

• Project Management for one-off small projects, to larger scale and longer-term projects.

• Regular monthly or bi-monthly engagement.

• The Farm Business Consultancy and Audit Advice services, tailored to suit the requirements of the individual client. Commissions can be based on a single project or around an on-going need.

• Tenancy applications, cash flow forecast management, negotiations with bankers, debtors, creditors, and suppliers; alongside other business matters.

• Business plan creation and implementation, diversification and integrated farm management.

• Audit advice, including help with LEAF audits.

• Action plans and management plans for the short and long term.

• Help from Planning to Planting…

• Conservation advice to maximise environmental benefits whilst maintaining a strong commercial focus on the farming business.

• Advice on scheme and grant applications as well as self-funded environmental work.

• Reliable, up to date advice based on extensive knowledge.

• Flexible, comprehensive advice packages to suit the needs and budgets of new entrants.

• Successful track record helping new entrants into the industry.

• Uniquely equipped to help with new business planning and cash flow forecasting.

• Guidance and support for Tenancy Applications

• Fund raising and negotiating with suppliers and banks.

• Ensuring new entrants are confident moving forwards.

• Ongoing Support and Mentoring Services

Andy Guy supports Producer Groups, Farmer Cooperatives and Retailers as they work to improve the levels of sustainability and environmental performance in the supply chain. This may involve assistance to accelerate the adoption of regenerative farming practices, working towards Net Zero Carbon or other sustainable farming practices.

• Experienced with a wide range of farming sectors including dairy, livestock, potatoes, root vegetables, cereals and other crops.

• Experienced with Producer Groups throughout the UK and Europe.

• Experienced with Producers supplying a range of major UK Retailers.

Andy is an experienced trainer, lecturer and teacher and offers bespoke training       packages to enhance various skills including:

• Composing Tenancy Applications

• Business Planning

• Budgets and Cashflow

• Chairmanship Skills

• Communication Skills

• Negotiation Skills

• Interview Techniques

• Integrated Farm Management

• Sustainable Farming Techniques

• LEAF Sustainable Farming Review and LEAF Marque

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Andy is also available to facilitate workshops and training courses for producer groups, retailers and others.