We have sponsored the Rural Business Awards (RBA) since they were launched in 2015 and entries have now opened for 2023. Last year, Musgrove Willow, a leading willow grower and producer in Somerset, won the Best Diversification Project Award, for demonstrating a compelling justification for diversification they have established a strong position in their marketplace. The rural diversification award category recognises rural initiatives that have gone above and beyond to offer something different to their customers.
Entrants of the Rural Business Awards demonstrate how they continue to adapt to the changing economic and social climate by developing innovative approaches to solving local, national and global issues as well as offering opportunities to broaden income streams to ensure the future sustainability of rural areas and to help reduce the impact of climate change.
There are 13 categories and the entries to the awards close on 3 March 2023. There is no charge for entry. Entries are completed online, through the RBA website here
Regional shortlisted businesses will be announced online in April 2023 and regional winners will be announced online in June 2023. The National Final will be held in September 2023, and this will be a face-to-face awards ceremony, the first one since 2020.
Liz Temporal, Business Manager at RBA said: “We are delighted that once again Fisher German is supporting the Rural Business Group by aligning with the Rural Business Awards ‘Best Rural Diversification Project’. Fisher Germans’ support has been unwavering, and as one of our founding partners, we look forward to working with them over the coming months to share some useful insight and expertise to enable rural businesses with their diversification journey. More important than ever diversification of land use is one the keys to unlocking the potential of the rural economy and supporting the sustainable, environmentally conscious business operation.”
Anna Collins, Associate Director and expert in rural property management, said: “Rural businesses are facing many challenges and will continue to do so. A successful diversification will bring in further income, ensuring financial risk is spread sustainably and the business can be maintained for future generations. The RBA encourage entrepreneurial spirit in the rural sector and highlights ways rural businesses can contribute to the rural and wider business economy. We are thrilled to be sponsoring the awards again, the rural diversification category celebrates businesses that emerged from traditional country businesses and created foundations for continued operation.”
If you are interested in investigating diversified income streams for your rural business and would like to seek professional advice on potential options, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
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