Strategic advice

Strategic advice
for smarter land management.

Helping landowners and farmers make the most of available funding opportunities.

Our approach

Specialist advice from appraisal to completion.

Government grants and environmental schemes have become an increasingly important part of rural land management. From sustainable farming initiatives and environmental stewardship to woodland creation, capital grants and diversification funding, choosing the right scheme can improve the long-term value and resilience of a farming business while delivering environmental benefits.

We advise farmers, landowners and estates on the opportunities available through current grant programmes, helping clients understand eligibility, scheme requirements and the practical implications for their land and business. Our advice considers the wider picture, ensuring participation in a scheme aligns with future farming objectives, tenancy arrangements and potential development opportunities.

Whether you're entering a new agreement, reviewing an existing scheme or planning future land use, we provide independent, practical advice throughout the process. Working alongside agents, solicitors and accountants where required, we help clients make informed decisions that balance environmental objectives with commercial realities.

How can we help you?

A tailored approach to every instruction

Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI)

Advice on available SFI actions, helping landowners and farmers understand how schemes can integrate with existing farming operations and long-term objectives.

Countryside Stewardship & Capital Grants

Guidance on capital items, environmental improvements and land management schemes designed to enhance agricultural productivity and biodiversity.

Woodland & Tree Planting Schemes

Advising on woodland creation, tree planting opportunities and grants available for long-term environmental and commercial benefits.

Diversification Funding

Helping clients identify funding opportunities that support diversification projects, rural business development and improvements to agricultural enterprises.

Scheme Reviews

Reviewing existing agreements to ensure they remain suitable for changing farming practices, tenancy arrangements and future business plans.

Strategic Land Management

Providing independent advice on how grants and schemes fit alongside wider estate management, tenancy agreements, planning opportunities and long-term property objectives.

Market knowledge

Our advice is shaped by a close understanding of the market, from local trends and individual property factors to wider economic influences. By keeping ahead of changing conditions, buyer behaviour and market movement, we ensure every valuation and strategy is based on informed, current insight.

FAQs

The questions we get asked most.

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Where we cover

Expert local knowledge from York to the coast.

Experienced professionals. Personal service.

A dedicated team, here when you need us.

Stephen Burley

Managing Director · MRICS

James Burley

Director · MRICS FNAEA

George

Valuer · BSc (Hons)

Rural professional services · Since 1884

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