WHAT SUPPORT CAN I GET?

GRANT ADVICE AND FUNDING READINESS

Grant advice and funding readiness, designed to help you find opportunities and submit strong applications for financial grants or funding.

ENVIRONMENTAL LAND-BASED SCHEME ASSISTANCE

Environmental land-based scheme assistance and regulation help, to ensure your business is compliant.

 POLLUTION PREVENTION AND REGULATION COMPLIANCE

Pollution prevention and regulation compliance, to ensure your business is compliant.

INCOME GENERATION AND COST-SAVING IDEAS

Income generation, cost-saving ideas, cashflow reviews and financial health checks, all to help you grow your farm business.

ADMIN AND IT SUPPORT

A one-off or series of sessions helping you to build tech skills and use new digital tools, and support to reduce the paperwork burden on your farm.

PLANNING ADVICE AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Ongoing 1-2-1 support from one of our agricultural experts - giving you assistance with planning issues / disputes.

REAL RESULTS.
REAL PEOPLE.

Success stories from business owners across Devon and the South West.

WHERE SHOULD I START?

A business review helps identify opportunities, challenges, and next steps tailored to your goals.

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WHAT FUNDING CAN I GET?

Funding opportunities to grow and innovate – or to navigate through uncertainty.

FARM BOOST

A new, farm-specific scheme from ND+, offering famers across North Devon & Torridge:

  • Support applying for innovative schemes, like the Sustainable Farming Incentive, capital grants, countryside stewardships, farming in protected landscape, farming equipment ad technology fund, or the animal health and welfare pathway.

 

  • Business planning and diversification advice

 

  • Guidance on compliance, sustainability and future-proofing your farm

 

  • Nutrient management support from FACTS-qualified advisors.

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GROW & CONNECT

Workshops, webinars and events specifically for farmers – so you can meet a community of like-minded farm owners, get tailored advice, and discover new opportunities for your business.

UPCOMING

Sarah & Bryony
Join us at Woolsery on Monday 27th July, North Devon on Wednesday 5th August and Holsworthy on Thursday 27th August. We can be found on the local council stand.
Come and meet our Farming Team at the Holsworthy Show!
North Devon+ along with Torch Farm Vets are organising a dedicated information event for farmers and livestock businesses to help explain the latest position and provide practical guidance on what the restrictions could mean for your business.

Find the help you need with our business support hub. 

Support & Advice

Paid, personalised support, from workshops to mentoring.

Specific paid and funded support for farmers.

Funded services and support accessing financial grants.

Reliable, compliant project and grant management.

Our vision for the future and the services that support it.

Learn more about ND+, from our purpose to our values.

Meet the passionate people behind ND+

See how we’ve supported other local businesses.

Stay up to date with local news and sector insights.

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Book a Meeting


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Our agricultural advisors will assess exactly how we can help you.

Events & Networking 


Find relevant events and local networking opportunities.

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Supporting economic growth across Devon & the South West, one business at a time.

FIND SUPPORT

Find the help you need with our business support hub. 

Specific paid and funded support for farmers.

Funded services and support accessing financial grants.

Reliable, compliant project and grant management.

Our vision for the future and the services that support it.

ABOUT US

Learn more about ND+, from our purpose to our values.

Meet the passionate people behind ND+

See how we’ve supported other local businesses.

Stay up to date with local news and sector insights.

GET INVOLVED

Send us a message and we’ll get back to you.

Arrange a call with one of our business experts.

Our agricultural advisors will assess exactly how we can help you.

Find relevant events and local networking opportunities.

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ND+ Delivering positive change

Supporting economic growth across Devon & the South West, one business at a time.

ABOUT US

Find the help you need with our business support hub. 

Support & Advice

Paid, personalised support, from workshops to mentoring.

Specific paid and funded support for farmers.

Funded services and support accessing financial grants.

Reliable, compliant project and grant management.

Our vision for the future and the services that support it.

Learn more about ND+, from our purpose to our values.

Meet the passionate people behind ND+

See how we’ve supported other local businesses.

Stay up to date with local news and sector insights.

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Find out more about the Makes map and upload your business.

Information and key dates for the ND Angels network.

Our vision for the future and the services that support it.

 
Discover opportunities to invest in North Devon

Send us a message and we’ll get back to you.

Book a Meeting


Arrange a call with one of our business experts.

Our agricultural advisors will assess exactly how we can help you.

Events & Networking 


Find relevant events and local networking opportunities.

Learn more about ND+, from our purpose to our values.

See how we’ve supported other local businesses.

FIND SUPPORT

Find the help you need with our business support hub. 

Paid, personalised support, from workshops to mentoring. 

Specific paid and funded support for farmers.

Funded services and support accessing financial grants.

Reliable, compliant project and grant management.

OPPORTUNITIES

Showcasing what are beautiful area has to offer.

Find out more about the Makes map and upload your business.

Information and key dates for the ND Angels network.

Our vision for the future and the services that support it.

Discover opportunities to invest in North Devon
 

GET INVOLVED

Send us a message and we’ll get back to you.

Arrange a call with one of our business experts.

Find news relevant events and local networking opportunities.

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MEET OUR ADVISORS

Real people. Real experience. Ready to listen.

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Graham Woolcock

Agricultural Business Adviser

Email: gwoolcock@northdevonplus.co.uk

Decades of experience. Down-to-earth guidance.

Graham has spent almost 40 years working alongside farmers and rural businesses, helping them grow, adapt, and thrive. Whether it’s exploring new income streams, improving efficiency, or navigating the world of funding, Graham brings a calm, practical approach and a deep understanding of the agricultural sector.

He’s supported hundreds of businesses across the region and helped unlock over £1.9 million in grant funding—making a real difference to farms and rural enterprises. His work includes leading major programmes like the Cornwall Food and Drink Partnership Scheme, which safeguarded over 600 jobs and created hundreds more.

What sets Graham apart is his ability to make complex things simple. He knows the challenges rural businesses face and works closely with clients to find solutions that genuinely work for them.

“I enjoy working hands-on with farmers to find solutions that really work.”

How Graham can help:

  • Trusted advice on business development and diversification
  • Support with funding applications and compliance
  • Practical guidance tailored to your farm or rural enterprise
  • Decades of experience in agricultural programme delivery
  • A friendly, down-to-earth approach you can rely on

MEET OUR ADVISORS

Real people. Real experience. Ready to listen.

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Sarah Colquhoun

Agricultural Business Adviser

Email: sarah.colquhoun@northdevonplus.co.uk

25+ years of experience, and still loving the land

Sarah has been supporting farmers and landowners for over 25 years, helping them adapt to change, access funding, and make confident decisions about their land and business. With a degree from Wye College and BASIS qualifications in FACTS, Soil and Water, Nutrient Management, and Conservation Management, she brings a strong technical foundation and a practical mindset to every project. Sarah and her partner farm in the Torridge catchment.

She’s worked with respected organisations including ADAS, the Environment Agency, FWAG, Cornwall Wildlife Trust, and the Westcountry Rivers Trust—mostly across North Devon and Northeast Cornwall. Sarah specialises in infrastructure audits for dairy farms, environmental projects, and grant applications that help businesses diversify and grow.

Farmers trust Sarah for her clear advice, deep sector knowledge, and her ability to make complex requirements feel manageable.

“I’m passionate about helping businesses adapt and thrive in a fast-changing sector.”

How Sarah can help:

  • Practical advice on farm infrastructure and environmental planning
  • Support with grant applications and diversification projects
  • Deep understanding of compliance and funding requirements
  • Trusted guidance backed by years of hands-on experience
  • A calm, knowledgeable approach that puts clients at ease

MEET OUR ADVISORS

Real people. Real experience. Ready to listen.

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Jack Buckingham

Agricultural Business Adviser

Email: jbuckingham@northdevonplus.co.uk

Real-world farming experience, real results

Jack brings over a decade of experience supporting farming and rural businesses across the South West. Combining hands-on farming experience with professional consultancy expertise, he understands therealities of running a modern agricultural business and the challenges faced by farming families navigating a rapidly changing sector. 

 

A qualified Farm Business Consultant, Jack has extensive experience helping businesses improve profitability, strengthen resilience and secure investment. He has supported a wide range of livestock, dairy and arable enterprises with business planning, cashflow forecasting, grant applications, environmental schemes and long-term strategic planning. 

 

Jack has specialist knowledge of agricultural funding and support schemes, including the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), Countryside Stewardship, Farming Equipment & Technology Fund (FETF), Capital Grants and Slurry Infrastructure Grants. He works closely with clients to identify opportunities, prepare applications and deliver practical projects that create lasting business and environmental benefits. 

 

Having grown up on a family beef and sheep farm and continuing to play an active role in the business, Jack combines technical expertise with practical knowledge and a genuine understanding of the pressures facing rural enterprises today. 

 

“I enjoy working alongside farmers and rural businesses, helping them identify opportunities, secure funding and build resilient businesses for the future.”

 

How Jack can help:

  • Farm business planning and business reviews

  • Grant and funding applications, including SFI and Capital Grants

  • Diversification and business resilience planning

  • Environmental schemes and land management opportunities

  • Cashflow forecasting, budgeting and investment planning

  • Practical, tailored support grounded in real farming experience

MEET OUR ADVISORS

Real people. Real experience. Ready to listen.

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Vicky Fether

Project Coordinator

Email: vfether@northdevonplus.co.uk

Your go-to for getting things done

Vicky is the friendly, organised force behind the scenes, making sure everything runs smoothly for our clients and partners. A highly experienced administrator and project coordinator with a background in customer service, Vicky brings a unique blend of empathy, precision, and can-do energy to every project.

At ND+, Vicky coordinates multiple projects and programmes, expertly managing claims, compliance, and beneficiary support. She’s the person businesses call when they need help booking appointments, navigating paperwork, or getting answers fast—and she always delivers with warmth and efficiency.

Vicky plays a key role in supporting clients day-to-day, bringing warmth, efficiency, and a deep understanding of their needs. Her approachable style and attention to detail ensure farmers feel supported through every step—whether it’s navigating paperwork, preparing for audits, or simply getting quick answers when they need them most.

Known for her cheerful approach and attention to detail, Vicky is passionate about helping people feel confident and cared for as they move through funding and project delivery.

“I enjoy making sure everything runs like clockwork, so businesses get the support they need.”

How Vicky can help:

  • Friendly, responsive support for clients and beneficiaries
  • Expert coordination of project activities and milestones
  • Clear guidance on claims, compliance, and documentation
  • A calm, organised approach that keeps things moving
  • A positive, people-first attitude that makes a real difference