*Available for all Farms and Rural Businesses (funded by Stroud district Coumcil for farms and rural businesses within Stroud District Council postcodes).

Farming and rural businesses are responding to change with new challenges and opportunities that impact both the short term and long-term viability and structure.

Whether you wish to improve business performance, adapt what you do or grow with new business ventures and technology this programme can help you to build resilience and sustainability.

📚 What You’ll Get from the Sessions

Over three interactive sessions, you’ll gain practical tools, tailored advice, and real-world examples to help you move forward:

🔹 Session 1: Planning for Success (11th Nov)

Learn how to turn ideas into viable business plans
Explore tools like SWOT, PESTLE, and Business Model Canvas
Understand what funders look for and how to tell your story

🔹 Session 2: Making Decisions (25th Nov)

Discover how to make confident, informed decisions
Learn to manage bias and pressure
Understand tools like the Eisenhower Matrix, Decision Matrix, and financial models

🔹 Session 3: Driving Change (9th Dec)

Gain strategies to implement change successfully
Learn how to overcome resistance and communicate clearly
Utilise planning tools like Gantt charts and SMART goals

👥 Who Should Attend?

This programme is ideal for:

Farmers and rural business owners exploring new ventures
Producers adapting to market or policy changes
Enterprises planning growth or diversification
Anyone needing to build a business case or secure funding

The sessions are interactive and tailored to your specific interests with guided exercises on topics important to you and your business.

Arrival at 10:30am for 11:00 start. Drinks and a seasonal and locally sourced lunch will be provided by our hosts at Waterend Farm, Aureum Catering. Each session is scheduled for 3 hours to ensure a practical and valuable experience for everyone. There will also be plenty of time for discussions and networking.

Why Attend?

The sessions are an opportunity to meet others and share experiences. The programme also includes a one-to-one meeting with a business mentor to relate the content to you and your situation.

Register now to secure your spot!

Please note:- Purchasing one ticket will enrol you on all 3 dates as this is a 3 - part course.

If you have any dietary requirements please do let us know when you are booking or email agri-tech@hartpury.ac.uk

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Thriving Through Change: Plan To Succeed (3 Part Course)