With my move to Cornwall happening in the next few weeks, one of the conditions on planning permission is the submission of a business plan on what I will be doing on the farm to turn it into a business.
My Wife plans to manufacture food products, preserves, chutneys, cakes, etc. whilst I plan to make duck runs, hen-houses and the like, as well as maintaining the farm.
Additionally, my wife is learning the ABC of pottery making, my Aunt already has a kiln on the farm.
Also, we are planning to grow soft fruit and vegetables (the local garden centre has agreed the market the vegetables and fruit).
Finally, all of the animals on the farm can be handled and thought of allowing children (years 5 onwards) to visit the farm to learn about the farm and the local area.
What I am after is tips and hints on producing a business plan to incorporate the above, and if anyone has any examples it would be appreciated.
Just to give you an indication, there is a big market for Duck Houses, Hen Run, etc.
A Duck House with run will cost about £210. Materials and build time comes to approximately £40 giving a profit margin of some 400%.
Build and sell 10 a month and I will earn the same as my last permie role.
My Wife plans to manufacture food products, preserves, chutneys, cakes, etc. whilst I plan to make duck runs, hen-houses and the like, as well as maintaining the farm.
Additionally, my wife is learning the ABC of pottery making, my Aunt already has a kiln on the farm.
Also, we are planning to grow soft fruit and vegetables (the local garden centre has agreed the market the vegetables and fruit).
Finally, all of the animals on the farm can be handled and thought of allowing children (years 5 onwards) to visit the farm to learn about the farm and the local area.
What I am after is tips and hints on producing a business plan to incorporate the above, and if anyone has any examples it would be appreciated.
Just to give you an indication, there is a big market for Duck Houses, Hen Run, etc.
A Duck House with run will cost about £210. Materials and build time comes to approximately £40 giving a profit margin of some 400%.
Build and sell 10 a month and I will earn the same as my last permie role.
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