Spotlight: Rural Tourism and Leisure
Contains 2 articles"As costs increase and subsidies decrease, the case for diversification grows. Creating relevant and in-demand offerings is key to overall success"
Rural planning
Tagged Articles
Developing authentic rural visitor destinations
"These case studies demonstrate how four different but successful farm and estate diversifications have managed to utilise their assets, expertise and heritage to strengthen their traditional farming businesses"
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Viability testing for employment land: why Welsh local authorities need to take a flexible approach
"An overly prescriptive approach could prevent much-needed investment coming forward."
Spotlight: Future of Land Occupation
"Driven by the end of agricultural subsidies and climate change priorities, the future usage and occupation of land will change. Now is the time for farms and estates to develop a strategy for their business"
Spotlight: Anaerobic Digestion
Contains 3 articles"If the UK cannot kick its gas addiction by 2050 then it could instead make it a green supply, which would be an alternative to electrification"
Finding a suitable site
"There are some unique considerations in constructing an anaerobic digestion plant. Rob Asquith looks at how to account for them and avoid common problems"
Finding the feedstock
"An AD plant requires a near-constant supply of feedstock. Ashley Lilley looks at some of the challenges associated with this and how to overcome them"
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What landowners need to consider if a new cycle path is proposed across their land
"It's essential to engage with the relevant authority as soon as possible."
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Rural grant funding: top tips for a successful application
"How to secure funding under the RDPE Growth Programme."
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How a deeper assessment can unlock fresh opportunities in renewable energy development
"A thorough and technical approach is now fundamental to success. "
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