4 Introduction
Farm Expo returns for it’s fifth year!
6 Chairman’s welcome
A word from Julian Barnes, Chairman of the Kent County Agricultural Society.
9 Astor Pavilion Seminars
Join us in the Astor Pavilion for an in-depth look at two key topics from our supporters.
11 Demo Zone
NEW for 2024, discover our Demo Zone on the concrete pad behind the Astor Ring.
12 Kent Rural Scholars
Meet our three new scholars studying land-based degrees and supported by the Kent County Agricultural Society.
15 Society Calendar
Discover all of the upcoming events from the Kent County Agricultural Society.
16 With thanks to our sponsors
We would like to thank this year’s sponsors for their support in putting on Farm Expo.
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Sarah Gaines, from this year’s Headline Sponsors, Brachers LLP presents five steps you can take to prepare your business for the year ahead.
24 Trade Stand Awards
This year’s Trade Stand Awards are sponsored by South East Farmer.
27 Spotlight
Take a closer look at some of this year’s exhibitors!
50 Exhibitor List
Discover all your favourite agricultural supplies, services and machinery providers at this year’s Farm Expo.
66 Floorplan
Your site map for Farm Expo 2024.
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The South East’s largest agricultural and machinery show, Farm Expo, returns for its fifth year at Kent Showground, Detling, near Maidstone on 6 March 2024. The event showcases the best of farm machinery, goods and services from national and international suppliers.
Launched in 2019, Farm Expo aims to connect merchants and buyers, providing a convenient opportunity for visitors to shop for all their farming needs. With more than 100 exhibitors in attendance bringing the latest in innovative equipment and technology from all sectors of farming, land management and related businesses, this is a prime opportunity to ‘try before you buy’ and discover the latest releases from favourite brands.
There will also be many opportunities to see live demonstrations, view equipment and machinery up close and network with industry-leading professionals.
NEW for 2024, the Demo Zone gives exhibitors the chance to show off their newest kit, offer test drives and demonstrate new features to a highly engaged audience, bringing an interactive element to the day. Bookings for slots in the new Demo Zone are filling up fast, so make sure to stop by during your visit.
Now a firm fixture in the annual
calendar of events for organisers the Kent County Agricultural Society (KCAS), Farm Expo brings together farmers, farm workers, land managers, students and agri-businesses from all corners of the agricultural industry.
Julian Barnes, KCAS Chairman, said: “Farmers have never before faced as many challenges as they do now. With today’s society ever changing, new barriers are being thrown up continually, whether it be sustainability, an economic crisis or the challenges to food security. Farmers are having to constantly diversify and evolve.
“It is more important than ever that Farm Expo brings farmers the knowledge and innovation needed to help their businesses not just survive but thrive. With the range of exhibitors, networking opportunities and other resources on offer, Farm Expo is an important date in the calendar on which farmers can meet their peers and see developments in the industry.”
The Kent County Agricultural Society became a registered charity in 1990, but has been around a lot longer than that.
It was in 1923 that the society was first formed. Throughout its history its mission has been embedded in endorsing agriculture, supporting improvements in breeding and rearing
livestock and encouraging the invention and development of agricultural implements and machinery.
As well as holding the annual Kent County Show, the society holds five other events, The Kent Farming Conference, Farm Expo, the Heritage Transport Show, Living Land and Biddenden Tractorfest.
The society’s Kent Rural Scholarship Scheme, introduced in 2015, has sponsored over 20 students of landbased degrees at a cost of over £60,000, and makes charitable donations each year to support the Kent Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs, providing essential funding for materials and services. Membership of the society contributes towards the continuation of the Kent County Show and helps the society continue to achieve its charitable objectives each year.
Members receive tickets to society events and other benefits such as entry to exclusive show areas and access to other offers and discounts. They also receive a quarterly newsletter with information on the society’s latest news
and events, while helping to preserve the rich agricultural heritage of the county for generations to come.
The Kent County Agricultural Society continues to support nine students per year through the Kent Rural Scholarship scheme. Now in its 9th year and having so far supported 23 students, this scheme awards £1,000 per year for up to three years to students who wish to pursue a career in agriculture, horticulture, forestry, equine, veterinary and animal management.
Applicants must be a resident of Kent at the time of application and aged between 18 and 25. They should be studying in the UK in one of the fields listed, on a full-time college or university degree-based course.
Applications for the 2024 new entrants to the Kent Rural Scholarship will open soon.
KCAS would like to thank Brachers, our Headline Sponsors for Farm Expo 2024, for their ongoing support.
Welcome to Farm Expo 2024, a free event run by The Kent County Agricultural Society at the Kent Event Centre.
Having gathered pace over the previous shows, Farm Expo aims to bring together a wide range of machinery, equipment, services, and knowledge from across the South East and beyond in a relaxed and accessible way. There is no better time to get together and build our businesses, shout about new products, and meet new customers.
In our current climate, where people are actively trying to find new approaches, there are always opportunities to discover. The ongoing protests taking place across Europe serve as a stark reminder of the challenges that we, as a farming community, face and of the need for us to stand together and put up a united front across the agricultural industry and related sectors.
Over the last 12 months, the reality of our constant discussions around so many of our input costs at local
and national level have come to the foreground. Insufficient returns for finished goods, how have they managed to be concealed for so long? How can such damaging practices not be taken more seriously throughout the supply chain? How do we engage and educate a consumer to be our ambassadors for the very countryside and products they not only need for their security and health, but which form such a large part of their leisure time.
With these challenges and so many more facing the farming way of life, I hope that events such as Farm Expo and the Kent Farming Conference, which took place earlier this year, can continue to present an opportunity for us all to come together and discuss the vital topics at hand. To gain new ideas and inspiration, make new connections and discover new opportunities.
In 2024, Farm Expo is taking an exciting new direction with the launch of our brand-new Demo Zone, which can be found on the hard-standing in front of the Astor Ring. Allowing visitors to see the newest equipment from their local machinery dealers in action, this Demo Zone introduces a more interactive element to what has become a key date in Kent’s farming calendar.
I would like to take the opportunity to thank our Trade Stand holders. We do not underestimate the time, effort and cost of getting such a wide range of equipment delivered and set up for this day. Huge thanks also go to our Sponsors, whose support is so important in delivering
an event that in turn allows the society to fulfil its charitable objectives of which a key part is supporting and educating the next generation.
To finish, I would like to thank you, our visitors, for joining us today. As the show continues to grow year on year, we are reminded that it is the ongoing support from the agricultural community in the South East that allows this show to continue to thrive and allows our team to continue expanding the event. I sincerely hope that everyone attending this year’s Farm Expo takes full advantage of this chance to build upon existing connections, create new ones and explore all of the exciting opportunities available to us within our industry.
Please join us in the Astor Pavilion for the following seminars from our supporters.
Rural Crime In Our Business Community with guest speaker, John Taylor, Kent Business Crime Group and Q&A
Please join headline sponsors, Brachers, for complimentary hot refreshments and bacon rolls, where they’ll be discussing rural crime in our business community. With rural crime never far from the headlines, John Taylor, Kent Business Crime Group, will be joining discussions on tackling this in our community in 2024 and beyond.
About Brachers’ Rural Team:
At Brachers, we offer expert advice in a wide variety of areas of rural life, including succession planning, land use, agriculture, diversification, planning and environment, supporting private landowners in their property and family matters and renewable energy projects. We also provide all business-related matters for your farm or rural business. Please visit us today at stand MEH 32.
It’s often said that knowledge is power and nowhere is this more relevant than energy (generation/ consumption/management).
With this in mind please join us for an informative seminar about BeBa Energy’s BeSmarter monitoring system designed for sites with medium/large-scale commercial solar PV arrays.
Learn how to better understand your sites electricity demand/generation profile with our comprehensive monitoring platform, and discover how our BeSmarter system can assist your decision making when it comes to investments into energy storage solutions.
Additionally, don’t miss the opportunity to find out about the Improving Productivity grant for farmers and horticulturalists and how this can support up to 25% of the cost of your solar PV/energy storage projects.
NEW for 2024, discover our Demo Zone on the concrete pad behind the Astor ring to get the chance to test drive some of the latest kit. Adding a new interactive element to the day, the Demo Zone is your opportunity to experience brand new releases in action!
Don’t miss your chance to test drive the latest Manitou machines in action from Crawfords Group in our Demo
Zone! From Telehandlers to Skid-Steer Loaders you’ll be able to try out their remarkable lift height and unparalleled performance on the day.
Test drive Crawfords Automotive’s new Isuzu D-Max pick-up truck in all it’s glory in the Demo Zone. With exclusive discounts available on the day for BASC and NFU members! Available from Crawfords Automotive dealerships in Charing, Writtle and Billingshurst.
The Kent County Agricultural Society is so proud to continue to support nine students per year with the Kent Rural Scholarship scheme. Now in its ninth year and so far, supporting 23 students, this scheme awards £1000 per year to students for up to three years who wish to pursue a career in Agriculture, Horticulture, Forestry, Equine, Veterinary and Animal Management.
Applicants must be a resident of Kent at the time of application and aged
between 18 and 25. They should be studying in one of the fields listed on a full-time college or university degreebased course and study in the UK.
In 2023 there were a number of applications received and these were then considered for interview. We were delighted to offer the scholarship scheme to the following students and we wish them the very best in their studies. The Kent Rural Scholarship is now open for 2024 applications.
“Moving to the UK from Ireland was a huge challenge as I had to start fresh. I worked on a number of farms in Ireland, and this gave me the ambition to become a vet. The course I am looking to study is over six years so I am not entering into this lightly! My lifelong dream is to become a vet and this course allows me the opportunity to transfer to a veterinary science course. I had the privilege to visit the Kent County Show on a school trip and watched the Sheep Show, this cemented my ambition in animal care. I am delighted to have been accepted as a KCAS Rural Scholar and very much look forward to volunteering at the shows next year.”
“I chose this course to expand my knowledge and begin to specialise in the livestock sector. I believe that university will help me go further and excel when I enter the workforce. I am particularly interested to learn about livestock genetics. After university I hope to find a career as a nutritionist or work with genetics and specialise in genomics. My long-term goal is to use the knowledge and skills I develop to establish my own beef enterprise and expand to create a sheep enterprise. I am so proud to be chosen as a scholar as my love for the industry started from attending Living Land and the Kent County Show!”
“I studied at Bethany School and after finishing A-levels I worked at PHR farms in Ashford, helping milk their herd of 1,000 Holstein Friesians. I have been a member of Weald of Kent Young Farmers’ Club for three years and since last September I have been Club Chairman. I had the pleasure of attending the Kent County Show for the past two years and I often praise the event and YFC and feel if not for these I would not have the courage to fulfill what I would like to move onto next. Not coming from an agricultural background, I found my passion for the industry through these and hope to be an asset to the industry in the future.”
The Kent County Agricultural Society have been supporting the Kent farming community since 1923
We are a registered charity working towards:
The improvement of agriculture, forestry, horticulture, allied industries and the breeding of livestock
The encouragement of agricultural and horticultural education, research and experimental work
We achieve this through the following:
Kent County Show Farm Expo
Our annual showcase event for farming and agriculture.
Heritage Transport Show
Bringing together over 1000 vintage vehicles including cars, steam engines, tractors, motorcycles and buses.
Living Land
An interactive and educational event for school children in years 3-4. Connecting them to the countryside and teaching them about food production.
Machinery, supplies and services Show for the agricultural industry. With seminars looking towards the future of farming.
Family friendly festival featuring arena displays, children's entertainment, food & drink, live music, and of course, tractors!
Kent Farming Conference
Bringing together experts in the farming and agricultural field to share knowledge on important industry topics.
Each year, the Society provides a number of awards recognising individuals for their dedication to the field of work. We also take applications from Young Farmers Clubs for funding to provide services and materials vital to running the club.
The Kent Rural Scholarship Scheme provides funding for students looking to study agricultural or land based degree courses. Up to three scholarships are awarded each year and supports the recipient through all three years of their course.
Become a Member Scan here to learn more about membership and become a member today!
A display of over 1,000 vintage vehicles including classic cars, motorcycles, tractors, steam and stationary engines, joined by hundreds of buses from across the South East and beyond.
A free event teaching primary school children in years 3 and 4 about farming, food production and the countryside. Over 47,600 children have taken part in this event since it was started 18 years ago.
The society’s showcase event celebrating farming, livestock and rural crafts throughout the ‘Garden of England’.
While tractors remain the central attraction at Biddenden Tractorfest, with over 200 expected to exhibit over the weekend, there are plenty of stalls, vehicles, demonstrations, children’s entertainment, animals and arena displays to entertain both young and old! Pair this with enticing food & drink, live music and so much more to see and do, and there is all that is needed for a fun, family day out in the Kent countryside. To learn more about any Society events, or how you can get involved, head to www.kcas.org.uk Alternatively, email info@kentshowground.co.uk or call 01622 630975.
Brachers, an award-winning law firm with offices in Maidstone and Canterbury, providing valuable legal support to individuals, families and businesses across Kent and beyond.
Brachers has been advising farmers and landowners for more than 125 years and acts for a number of landed estates throughout Kent. The team at Brachers are proud that many of their agricultural and farming clients have been with them through multiple generations and are delighted to support Farm Expo 2024.
01622 690691
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Viterra is a world-leading, fully integrated agriculture network that connects producers and consumers to supply sustainable, traceable and quality-controlled agricultural products. The Group sources commodities such as grains, oilseeds, pulses, rice, sugar and cotton and supply them around the world and employs 17,500 talented people, operating in 37 countries.
To learn more about grain marketing with us please call.
01844 264165
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With a new year upon us, now is the time for rural business owners to take stock of their current standing and ensure they have solid foundations on which they can build business success in 2024 while taking care of the future, too. A new year brings new opportunities as well as challenges, and it is crucial to understand how to navigate the legal landscape effectively to ensure business growth and longevity. Sarah Gaines, Partner and Head of Rural and Agricultural, brings you her top legal tips to help you get set for all 2024 has to offer.
Many agricultural businesses will have faced tough challenges in 2023. To start the new year on the best footing, we recommend undertaking a thorough review of your current commercial practices:
• Is now the time to rationalise processes? Are some areas of the business under or over-performing? Consider if action needs to be taken to mitigate risk, capitalise on opportunities for growth or to improve efficiencies. As a law firm with expertise in both agriculture and renewable energy, we are increasingly speaking to landowners who are considering allocating land to green energy projects, particularly solar power. There are various options, but commonly, the operator will apply for planning permission
Partner and Head of Agriculture and Rural Law, Brachers
01622 776446
sarahgaines@brachers.co.uk
for a new generation site on your land, and if successful, will take up a long-term lease of the land. This can be a reliable revenue stream to help fortify your other farming activities.
• Have you got commercial contracts in place? Are they up to date and watertight in light of the unpredictable economic challenges the sector continues to face? Take some time to review the contracts you have and put in place the ones you don’t. If you are renewing a contract, a commercial lawyer will be able to give it the ‘fine toothcomb treatment’ to ensure it protects your position and appropriately allocates risk.
As a rural business owner, there are various considerations to be aware of about your property and land. With various laws in this area set to change in the near future, it’s important to keep an ear to the ground:
• Do you privately rent out residential property? If so, look out for updates on the Renters (Reform) Bill which is currently passing through parliament. The Bill is set to call time on ‘no-fault’ evictions, meaning it may take more time (and money) to gain vacant possession of your property. Landlords will also have to consider tenants’ requests to keep a pet. If you’re apprehensive about the impact of the new renting laws, talking through your options with a property lawyer can help you to stay ahead of the changes.
• If you are providing accommodation for workers, do you understand their occupation rights? These will differ based on the type of tenancy you have in place. Having written
agreements in place will protect you and your workers.
• If you are considering changing the use of a building on your farmland, do check the current law on permitted development rights (PDRs). These are rights that permit, in certain circumstances, the development of land or property without requiring you to obtain planning permission. Not only can the law on PDRs change but there can also be certain circumstances where the rights do not apply – for example, if the local planning authority has removed or restricted PDRs through what’s known as an ‘Article 4 direction’. Additionally, the Government has recently consulted on several proposed changes to PDRs, including those aimed at assisting agricultural
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diversification and the development of agricultural units. Check your local council’s website and consider consulting a planning lawyer prior to pressing ahead with your development project.
• Do others have rights of way over your land, or does anyone else occupy your land? If yes, do you have these arrangements formalised >> in written documentation? If not, it’s important to do so, to ensure you and others have certainty in relation to these arrangements.
• Are your title deeds registered and up to date? Registering deeds at HM Land Registry means you’ll benefit from proof that you own the land, which makes it easier to sell your property. You’ll also have peace of mind, not having to worry about paper deeds going missing. However, the application process can be complex and should be carried out by a qualified legal professional. Land Registry fees are payable whenever land is registered and bear in mind that Land Registry is currently experiencing long delays in some instances. However, you can sign up for a property alert to be kept informed about any action on the title you are registering.
After a period of (relative) stability in the employment law landscape, 2024 will see some significant changes being introduced to employment law and employers should be alert to their obligations as and when these changes come into force.
Key areas to be aware of include:
• The Employment Rights (Amendment, Revocation and Transitional Provision) Regulations 2023 are due to come into force on 1 January 2024 (although they will not have an immediate practical effect). These regulations make various changes to the Working Time Regulations, including introducing “rolled up” holiday pay and a new method of annual leave accrual for workers with irregular hours and those who work part of the year. The Regulations will also introduce into UK law various aspects of EU case law, including in relation to the carryover of annual leave when workers have been unable to take this due to sickness or statutory leave.
• Changes to consultation requirements under TUPE are also introduced by the Amendment Regulations. Very broadly, TUPE applies to protect employee’s rights where a business or part of a business moves from one employer to another (a business transfer) or to a service provision change, where contracts are taken over. The “micro business” exemption (which allows employers with fewer than 10 employees to consult directly with those employees regarding TUPE transfers where there is no existing representatives or recognised union) is being extended. Small businesses (with fewer than 50 employees) and businesses who are undertaking a transfer of fewer than 10 employees, will now be able to consult directly with employees, if there are no existing employee representatives in place.
• Flexible working is set to become a “day one” right from 6 April 2024, to replace the current 26 weeks’ continuous service requirement.
Other changes being made to the flexible working regime include entitling employees to make two requests (rather than one) in any 12-month period and reducing the timeframe for employers to respond to a request from three to two months.
• Finally, workers and agency workers with working patterns that lack certainty of hours or times of work will have the right to request more predictable terms and conditions of work under the Workers (Predictable Terms and Conditions) Act 2023. This will also apply to those on fixed-term contracts of 12 months or less. Employers will have the ability to reject requests on grounds set out in statute, but must complete the process
within a month. The Act will also entitle agency workers in certain circumstances and who meet the statutory requirements, to request to become an employee of the hirer. It is expected that this will come into force in September 2024.
With further changes also being considered, employers and businesses are advised to keep up to date with developments to ensure responsibilities are met.
Agriculture is statistically one of the most hazardous industries. The total annual cost of injuries (in farming, forestry and horticulture) to society is estimated at £190 million. >>
<< A well-run farming business will strive to protect their workers, members of the public and others affected by their operations. This is the right thing to do but it also makes good financial sense. There are many business benefits to ensuring compliance with H&S laws, including minimising ill health, preventing accidents or incidents which might lead to criminal penalties and avoiding costly investigations by the HSE.
Of course, all employers must ensure, so far as it is reasonably practicable, the health, safety and welfare of employers and any others who may be affected by what they do.
• Do you have an up-to-date health and safety policy and appropriate risk assessments in place? This is a requirement under health and safety legislation and failure to comply can lead to prosecution by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE).
• Have pressurised or lifting equipment regularly inspected. This is a legal requirement under the Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (2000) and Lifting Operations and Lifting Equipment Regulations (1998).
• Do other regulations apply to work undertaken as part of your business? The HSE provides useful guidance on its website regarding the obligations that rural business owners need to understand and comply with.
• If you’ve diversified your land for new uses that are open to the public, don’t forget to check that your insurance covers you for any new risks and liabilities.
• If there are any public rights of way that cross your land, you must keep the route visible and not obstruct or endanger users. Checking the route regularly will ensure you’re compliant. Additionally, have you considered your responsibilities towards members of the public using footpaths which cross your land? Farmers have occasionally been prosecuted after their cattle have attacked footpath users.
The new year is the perfect time to get a comprehensive succession plan in place. It will provide peace of mind knowing that your wishes will be met, your loved ones are looked after, and the future of your rural business is protected.
• If several family members or others have a stake in the business, have you got a written Partnership Agreement in place? These define the rights and responsibilities of each party and can reduce the chance of future disputes.
• You may also wish to consider setting up a Family Investment Company, which enables you to pass on wealth to future generations in a tax efficient way. It is a corporate structure, controlled by a board of directors, which operates in a similar way to a discretionary trust. Profits are extracted via dividend payments. A good solicitor can advise on whether an FIC is suitable for you.
• You may have specific wishes for certain aspects of your business, or for the distribution and division of
land once you’ve passed. We advise you update your Will every five years or after any major life event to make sure it’s still up-to-date.
• Registering a lasting power of attorney (LPA) for property and financial affairs enables your attorneys to act on your behalf. This means that, in the event that you lose mental capacity, they will be able to make decisions for you in a number of transactions such as signing documents, negotiating commercial contracts, making investments and transferring land. Making an LPA will mitigate against any problems that might otherwise arise without one.
• If you’re getting married in 2024 (or if you’re already married) consider
the benefits of a pre- or post-nuptial agreement as a way of setting out the division of assets should the relationship break down. This can be particularly important if you have children from a previous relationship who you want to provide for, or if you have specific plans for the succession of your business.
Brachers law firm has been supporting agricultural business and farming families in the region for over 125 years. Our specialist agricultural lawyers have a detailed understanding of agricultural law and the priorities that matter to you most. We are proud to be headline sponsors of Farm Expo and look forward to seeing you on the day. Please do visit us on our stand MEH 32.
Covering the whole of the south east, Southern Farmers has been supporting local farmers for decades. From general farming inputs such as fuel, feed and animal health products, to building projects, utilities and motor spares, we are here to save members both time and money.
We have an extensive list of suppliers offering a range of products for preferential rates, and an experienced purchasing team on hand to source you the best prices available to the group.
Our system is designed to process each invoice onto one monthly account for you to view, and the one simple direct debit payment is used to pay each supplier on your behalf. In addition to this, we have a helpful and friendly accounts department who are on hand to handle any query you may have, ensuring you have the upmost control at all times.
If you would like to find out more, you can browse our website by scanning the QR code below, or contact the office where we will be happy to assist.
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South East Farmer Magazine is delighted to be sponsoring the Outstanding Exhibitors Awards 2024 at Farm Expo.
All trade stands will be automatically enrolled into the competition in one of the three categories and will be judged on criteria such as design of the stand, quality of the product, staff representation, customer service and presentation of message.
Competition categories include:
• Best trade stand for agricultural products or services
• Best trade stand for machinery
This year marks NP Seymour’s 50th anniversary and 40 years since the fruit and vine machinery dealership started supplying UK growers with Fendt’s range of specialist tractors.
On its stand at Farm Expo, NP Seymour will be displaying a front-mounted tool carrier frame designed and constructed by NP Seymour’s expert team of engineers at the company’s Avon Works facility in Cranbrook, Kent.
The tool carrier frame, which will be mounted on the front of a new Gen 3 Fendt, can accommodate a variety of mechanical weeding tools from renowned manufacturers such as Braun and Clemens.
The Braun Vine Trunk Cleaner and Clemens MultiClean heads offer growers an environmentally friendly, chemical-free way to bud rub and control weeds effectively in the undertrunk area without interfering with the soil structure. Handy for the end of winter and early spring season, these strimmer-like heads can also clear prunings in preparation for mulching.
Each tool carrier frame is custom-built to the exact specifications of growers, who can choose the desired width, whether it is hydraulically or manually adjustable and whether it is singlesided or double-sided.
Claire Seymour, director at NP Seymour, commented: “Founded in 1974 by my
father, Nick Seymour, our family-run business has grown and evolved tremendously over the past five decades and today we’re extremely proud to be the go-to specialist fruit and vine machinery dealership for UK growers.
“One thing that’s remained the same over the years is our commitment to providing growers with the very best tractor and machinery solutions. As well as partnering with leading suppliers such as Fendt, we also design and manufacture bespoke pieces of equipment when we feel there is something missing in the market.
“Many growers will recognise our custom-built table-top strawberry sprayers and we’re now excited to showcase our latest invention, the frontmounted mechanical weeding tool carrier, at Farm Expo.”
Southern Sheeting is a family run business with more than 40 years’ experience providing first-class roofing and cladding solutions for the agricultural and equestrian community. This specialist knowledge enables the team to understand the unique needs of farmers, equestrian owners and others involved in agriculture.
An overarching commitment to excellence has made Southern Sheeting a trusted name in the industry, and the company takes pride in offering a comprehensive range of products to meet all of its customers’ requirements, all year round.
The importance of maintaining farm and equestrian buildings cannot be overstated. Staying on top of repairs to roofing, rooflights and panelling
to ensure outbuildings are in optimal condition for the challenges and opportunities the year will bring is integral to a prosperous agricultural operation. Southern Sheeting is here to support that success by providing quality products, expert advice and exceptional service.
Sometimes purchasing specialist materials can be complex, so Southern Sheeting is always happy to offer helpful advice. Registered businesses can also take full advantage of purchasing products at discounted trade rates.
Contact our dedicated sales advisors on 01342 590142 or email sales@southernsheeting.co.uk and a member of our friendly team will get in touch with you.
Crawfords Group comprises Crawfords, Agwood and Crawfords Automotive. Recognised as premium agricultural machinery and vehicle dealers in the South East and renowned for its commitment to excellence, the group is set to make a resounding mark at this year’s Farm Expo.
This annual event serves as the perfect platform for Crawfords Group to unveil a dynamic showcase of cutting-edge machinery. The line-up includes an impressive array of machinery and equipment from industry-leading brands such as Fendt, Valtra, Massey Ferguson, Manitou, Isuzu and many others. These premium brands symbolise the group’s dedication to providing farmers with the most advanced and reliable tools for their agricultural needs.
Visitors to Farm Expo can expect to see a diverse range of machinery from Crawfords Group, ranging from powerful tractors and efficient sprayers
to precision drills, cultivators and robust 4x4 vehicles.
In a rapidly advancing agricultural landscape, Crawfords Group stands as a beacon of progress, consistently delivering top-tier solutions to meet the evolving needs of farmers in the South East. Crawfords Group’s participation in Farm Expo underscores its dedication to excellence and its pivotal role in driving innovation in the agricultural machinery and vehicle sector.
With DEFRA recently announcing further details on the Environmental Land Management scheme (ELMS), crop production specialist Hutchinsons is sharing advice on the options to look out for.
From summer 2024, farmers will benefit from a combined environmental land management offer comprising Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) actions with increased payments, plus over 50 new actions. Countryside Stewardship and SFI payment rates have increased and will apply to existing and new schemes, with an overall average increase of 10%.
Farmers could claim up to £27/ha for variable rate nutrient management, which is part of the ‘precision agriculture’ action. Farmers can use TerraMap digital soil mapping and
Omnia’s leading mapping tools for variable rate N, P and K maps to support their application.
There is up to £73/ha available for the ‘no-till farming’ action.
There will be a new suite of 21 ‘premium payments’ which will offer payment for high priority actions such as agroforestry maintenance, 3D buffer strips and managing features for flood and drought resilience.
A separate capital grant scheme will also open to support the creation of grassland habitats and there will be better support for the management of existing habitats.
For more information and how it can benefit your business, visit the Hutchinsons stand at Farm Expo or email information@hlhltd.co.uk
Wealden AM is always excited to attend Farm Expo. The company has been supplying and managing steelframed building projects in the South East of England for nearly 30 years, during which time it has delivered projects to meet a wide range of needs for agricultural, industrial and commercial customers.
Wealden AM understands that there is more to a building project than just a building. It puts first-rate customer service at the heart of the business and is proud to offer a complete building package, from expertise and advice during the planning and design stages right through to the supply and management of the construction itself.
The in-house team provides the variety of skills and enthusiasm needed to give every project 100% focus from start to finish. Working alongside suppliers and contractors, Wealden puts together the team that is best suited to each individual project. This can include planning consultancy and groundworks, together with all building elements.
Wealden AM is located in East Sussex and serves a delighted customer base in Kent and East and West Sussex.
If you have a project in mind with which we may be able to assist, visit Wealden AM on their stand.
With sixty years of service under their wheels, the experienced team at Watling tyres knows all there is to know about supplying and fitting agricultural tyres.
The family business, set up in 1962, has grown steadily over the years and now services farmers and farming businesses across Kent, Surrey and East Sussex from 14 well-sited locations across the region.
The highly skilled team, providing a 24/7 operation across the South East from a 50-strong fleet of specialist vehicles, meets or exceeds the industry standard response time of 90 minutes and can supply and fit a huge range of tyres.
Executive director Pat Laming said
the strength of the Gravesend, Kentbased company was “in its excellent, well-trained and customer-focused staff”. While its focus was on service, Watling Tyres prided itself on offering competitive prices and could fit tyres for anything from a fuel bowser or fruit trailer to a tractor or combine harvester, he said.
Looking forward to 2024, Pat said that with the industry going through a great deal of change, Watling Tyres had ambitions to be a “key partner” with farmers and growers as the country moved towards providing more of its own food.
Watling Tyres will be exhibiting at Farm Expo, where Pat said the team was looking forward to meeting customers old and new.
In today’s digital landscape, a compelling online presence is vital for agricultural businesses. As the UK’s leading specialist in fruit, hop and vine tractors and machinery, NP Seymour is committed to delivering high quality products and services.
When the business owners recognised that they need to overhaul their online presence to ensure their website delivered the same experience, they appointed Kent branding and web agency Oak Creative.
Laura Bevan, studio director at Oak Creative, said: “Understanding the business goals and target customers is the first step to creating a successful website.”
The project has overhauled the website structure and optimised navigation. Non-user-friendly elements were streamlined, leading to clean typography, consistent spacing and clear calls to action. Layout options were introduced for displaying news, products, and testimonials, utilising snippets to engage users effectively.
With a website that aligns with the company’s vision and is fully editable, NP Seymour is now able to manage the website content for customers. The site is primed for future development, with a strong creative partnership now formed with Oak Creative.
Victoria Rose of Vine Media Relations, on behalf of NP Seymour Ltd, commented: “Oak Creative understood
exactly what we wanted and needed from the site and were helpful in advising us on what was possible. The team suggested a number of design and layout improvements which we had not previously considered and that have made a big difference. Everything was straightforward and completed on time.”
The partnership between NP Seymour Ltd and Oak Creative underscores the power of partnering with a professional branding and web agency. It highlights the significance of a well-designed website in enhancing user experiences and ultimately contributing to a business’s success.
Oak Creative operates as a creative partner to ambitious businesses in the food, drink, agriculture and leisure sector. The professional team uses its brand-building expertise to elevate its clients’ businesses, creating stand-out brands in Kent and beyond.
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Quality equipment, an experienced team and a focus on reliability has seen Rhino Agricultural Services establish itself over the past 30 years as the first choice for farmers, landowners and organisations looking for a first class service.
Neil Morgan has grown Rhino Agricultural Services into a wellrespected company with an impressive fleet of machinery and an equally impressive client list that ranges from local farmers to the National Trust.
The business, based near Dover in Kent, now employs 12 people and serves farming, conservation and archaeology customers across the county and beyond.
The talented and experienced team
provides a range of services including muck spreading, mowing, tedding, rowing, forage harvesting and drilling. Rhino Agricultural Services has also completed three large reservoir projects in the county.
The plant and machinery that handles the farming workload includes six John Deere tractors and one Fendt, together with a Claas forage harvester, JCB loading shovel and JCB telehandler. Two maize drills, a seed drill, round and square balers, a plough and cultivation equipment, including a 10-metre rake, complete the line-up.
Rhino Agricultural Services is now taking forage harvesting, dung spreading and baling orders for the 2024 season.
We live in a time of great change. Add to this the probability of a General Election in the next few months and it has never been more important to look very carefully at your existing farming business and understand the new opportunities and threats that might affect you. The main parties are already starting to discuss their priorities, with some challenging propositions being put forward for the rural landscape.
Batcheller Monkhouse’s team of land agents, agricultural and environmental experts, and planning consultants, will be on hand at Farm Expo to answer farmers’ and growers’ questions and provide guidance on key issues including:
• ELMS and other environmental grants
• Natural Capital – base line assessments, markets and opportunities
• Tenancies and contract farming
• Strategic land and development
• Glamping and other diversifications
• AMC finance
• Residential and commercial lettings.
Another issue that Batcheller Monkhouse is increasingly called in to assist with is succession planning. This might be to advise on tenancy succession or succession to the family farming business. Wrapped up with this is tax planning, where the threat to Agricultural Property Relief from Inheritance Tax needs to be considered carefully.
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Birketts shares a few of the top trends which it expects to be working on with the farming sector in the coming year.
Both privately funded and statutory schemes are a consistent source of enquiries as Birketts assists landowners with agreements relating to biodiversity net gain, nutrient neutrality, landscape recovery projects, cluster groups and nature credit brokerage agreements.
With the continued drive to “net zero” and energy security, Birketts expects the resurgence in large-scale, groundmounted solar projects to continue and anticipates an increase in onshore wind farm as planning policy shifts.
A growing trend over recent years has been an increase in collaboration between farming enterprises, and Birketts expects to assist clients with further collaboration projects relating to larger scale environmental projects, water sharing and machinery/ technology sharing.
In recent years there has been a growing move towards diversification to make businesses more resilient in the face of declining BPS payments, volatile commodity prices and higher interest rates. Birketts anticipates continuing to assist a range of clients with new projects facilitated through sales, purchases or refinancing.
When discussing inheritance tax risk with local farmers, some frequently occurring issues that arise are as follows:
You may be able to secure agricultural property relief (APR) on the farmhouse if you actively manage and work on the farm. If the person running the farm also occupies the farmhouse, it maximises the chance of APR. Be aware that if the landowners occupy the farmhouse, but others carry out the daily management of the farm, APR is likely to be denied.
If you have rental properties on your land, consider establishing the ‘estate
concept’. If it can be argued that your rental properties are part of your ‘whole’ or ‘country’ estate, and farming is the main activity, it will increase the possibility of obtaining APR or business property relief (BPR) on all the properties. If you are not farming actively day to day, consider making use of farm business tenancies to secure 100% APR with tight lines drawn around the farmhouse to ensure the maximum relief is obtained on the land and farm buildings.
Consider gifting assets now while 100% agricultural property relief is still available.
Speak to your local Azets advisor to find out more.
Farmers in England who wish to install solar panels can now apply for financial support under round two of the Improving Farm Productivity grant.
Farmers and horticulturalists will be able to apply for the grant in early 2024. It will allow all farming businesses to apply for support to cover 25% of a solar PV system; the minimum amount of funding is £15,000 and the maximum is £100,000.
The funding can be used for roofmounted or irrigation reservoirmounted solar arrays providing that the power is mainly used to run the farming operation. The funding cannot be used for ground-mounted
solar systems, north-facing roofs or systems in heavily shaded areas.
Eligible items include solar PV panels (plus associated equipment such as the mounting system and inverters) and batteries, as well as certain grid connection costs and power diverters (systems which redirect excess solar energy to power storage such as heat stores, for example).
Items which are not eligible include ground-mounted solar arrays, replacement or reinforcement of roofs, construction of farm buildings or upgrading of existing solar panels.
To discuss a project on your farm call BeBa Energy today.
A S Buildings Ltd MEH 31
phone-alt 01332 881766 ✉ sales@asbuildings.co.uk tv www.asbuildings.co.uk
AS Buildings are suppliers of quality steel framed buildings designed to suit all your agricultural or industrial requirements. From supply only to a full turn key service including ground works and planning applications.
A2 Tyre Supplies Limited MEH 5
phone-alt 01795 475200 tv www.a2tyres.co.uk
We are a family fun business who specialise in car, truck and agri/plant tyres, we other a call out service all over Kent and surrounding areas, we operate three main depots and our call out service is 24/7. We pride ourselves on customer service and going the extra mile.
Acres Insurance Brokers Ltd MEH 71
phone-alt 01536 607070 ✉ hello@acresinsurance.co.uk tv www.acresinsurance.co.uk Specialist agricultural and rural insurance brokers.
ACS Farm Image MEH 34
phone-alt 01233 740247 ✉ enquiries@farmimage.co.uk tv www.farmimage.co.uk
ACS Farm Image offer bespoke soil sampling, analysis, mapping, digital & satellite imagery to achieve the maximum from your soils.
ADM Agriculture MEH 56
phone-alt 01427 421200 ✉ stephen.harrison@adm.com tv www.adm.com
ADM Agriculture are a national grain merchant looking to increase exposure and engagement in the South East.
Agricare JH 78
phone-alt 01304 842280 ✉ sales@agricareuk.com tv www.agricareuk.com
Agricare are suppliers of high-quality farm machinery, horticultural, livestock and workshop equipment, with a strong mindset in working with and supporting British farmers.
Agricultural Supply Services JH 87
phone-alt 01452 741112 ✉ info@goldingham-contracts.co.uk tv www.agrisupplyservices.co.uk We help you improve yields and increase efficiency with the best technologies available for crop storage and crop conditioning, grass management and soil health.
Agrii MEH 54
phone-alt 0845 6073322 tv www.agrii.co.uk
Agrii combines excellence and innovation with the latest research and development to ensure our customers can meet today’s sustainable farming challenges with knowledge and confidence
Agrovista UK Ltd MEH 69
phone-alt 0115 921 8411 ✉ enquiries@agrovista.co.uk tv www.agrovista.co.uk
Agrovista is the leading authority on all aspects of crop management advice, precision farming techniques, product supply and business options including: agronomy, financial schemes, seed product supply and technical solutions
Aitchison Agri Ltd JH 75
phone-alt 07847 301846 ✉ neil@aitchisonagri.co.uk tv www.aitchisonagri.com
Aitchison Agri supplies the famous Aitchison Direct Drill in varying sizes from 1.8m up to 3m choice of mounted or trailed, seed only or seed and fertiliser.
Alo UK Ltd Outside 107
✉ enquiries@alo.uk.com tv www.quicke.uk.com
Quicke are a long established supplier of Swedish designed, premium quality front end loaders, tractor and telehandler attachments.
Anglia Grain Services MEH 65
✉ enquiries@angliagrainservices.co.uk tv www.angliagrainservices.co.uk
The leading specialist processor of farm saved seed in the South East. Revolutionary mobile units producing uniform, bold, superior seed. Bulk grain cleaning and quality certified seed is also available.
Applied Protection Guards Ltd MEH 43
phone-alt 07946 559446 tv www.appliedprotectionguards.co.uk
APGLtd supply machinery cab protection for operator safety and damage reduction purposes, The Stand will consist of Glass doors on metal frames with the various guards attached and insights of manufacturing techniques.
Azets Holdings Limited MEH 11
✉ hello@azets.co.uk tv www.azets.co.uk
Azets offer our clients a wide range of accountancy and business advisory services to help you every step of the way.
BASC JH 77
phone-alt 01244 573000 tv www.basc.org.uk
BASC is the UK’s largest shooting and conservation organisation, looking after the interests of 150,000 members.
B&W Feeds (Mobile) Ltd MEH 45 and Outside 92
phone-alt 01258 830100 ✉ enquiries@bwfeeds.com tv www.bwfeeds.com
B&W Feeds provide a mobile mill and mixing service allowing farmers to manufacture feed directly on their farm. They have bases in Dorset and Kent, enabling them to cover the breadth of Southern England.
Bale Baron UK JH 74
phone-alt 01403 887720 ✉ info@balebaronuk.com tv www.balebaronuk.com
Bale Baron UK are a large agricultural machinery dealer, displaying their range of Solis tractors, Carter diggers and Nugent trailers.
Barclays MEH 6
tv www.barclays.com
Barclays Agriculture - Supporting UK Farming. We have been supporting the agricultural sector since 1744, helping farmers and growers to thrive and grow their business.
Batcheller Monkhouse MEH 62
tv ww.batchellermonkhouse.com
Batcheller Monkhouse Chartered Surveyors and Chartered Town Planners provide a diverse range of property related services. These include estate management, planning and development, agriculture, BNG, telecoms, sales and lettings.
BeBa Energy UK Ltd MEH 49
phone-alt 01442 220 100 ✉ info@beba-energy.co.uk tv www.beba-energy.co.uk
Founded in 2009, BeBa Energy UK develops, designs, installs and maintains high-quality solar PV systems – both rooftop and ground-mounted - for the commercial, industrial and agricultural sectors. To date we have completed 625 individual installations including arrays for some of the biggest names in farming.
Bell Agricultural Ltd Outside 101
phone-alt 01797 344688 ✉ sales@bellag.co.uk tv www.bellagricultural.co.uk
Main dealers for Deutz tractors and combines across Kent, Sussex and Surrey. Also Kverneland products, Bailey Trailers, Ritche & Weidermann equipment.
Beshaw Tyres Ltd Outside 97
phone-alt 07860 928348 ✉ beshawtyres@yahoo.com tv www.beshawtyres.co.uk
An agricultural based tyre services covering the whole of Kent with over 35 years experience.
Bourgault Tillage Tools (BTT) UK Ltd MEH 48
phone-alt 01733 971971 ✉ help@bttuk.com tv www.bttuk.com
Bourgault Tillage Tools VOS, RTT and Speed-Loc Systems. High quality, fantastic wear rates, low cost per hectare, low disturbance and draft, less fuel usage, better moisture retention, A renowned global product with local support.
Brachers MEH 32
phone-alt 01622 690691 ✉ hello@brachers.co.uk tv www.brachers.co.uk
Brachers is a law firm in Kent that offers legal advice for individuals, families and businesses across various fields, such as corporate, commercial, employment, personal injury, wills and more.
Brineflow Ltd MEH 21
phone-alt 01493 809820 ✉ info@brineflow.co.uk tv www.brineflow.co.uk
Nitrasol offers nitrogen and nitrogen-sulphur liquid fertilisers to farms across the country. The whole factory-to-field Nitrasol system helps farmers incorporate industry leading sustainability to their business.
BTF Partnership MEH 36
tv www.btfpartnership.co.uk
Rural surveyors and property experts
Ceres Rural LLP MEH 39
✉ contact@ceresrural.co.uk tv www.ceresrural.co.uk
Ceres Rural provide smart business solutions for progressive farmers, landowners, and the rural economy, guided by science, and independent advice.
CLAAS Manns Ltd Outside 102
tv www.manns.claas-dealer.co.uk
MANNS is part of the CLAAS global agricultural machinery business, and we sell and service a comprehensive range of high quality harvesting equipment and tractors. The CLAAS name has always been recognised for providing excellent and efficient service and machinery, which is the ethos we uphold here at MANNS.
Corteva Agriscience MEH 13
✉ ukhotline@corteva.com tv www.corteva.com
Corteva Agriscience produce agrochemicals and provide technical agronomy advice to agronomists and distribution partners throughout UK. We have a number of clients in Kent and Sussex and our presence at this show we feel would be of benefit to support them in this geographic location.
Countrymill Edin Ltd Outside 109
✉ countrybestclothing@hotmail.com
Goods to be sold workwear hi visability safety wear and work boots also al bring a select range for outdoor clothing.
CPRE MEH 112
phone-alt 01233 714540 ✉ info@cprekent.org.uk tv www.cprekent.org.uk
We are CPRE, the countryside charity. We want a thriving, beautiful countryside for everyone.
Crawfords Automotive Outside 96
Crawfords Group Outside 95
tv www.rwcrawford.co.uk
Crawfords Group comprises of Crawfords, Agwood and Crawfords Automotive – The South East’s leading agricultural machinery and vehicle dealers. This year Crawfords Group presents a dynamic showcase of machines at the Farm Expo featuring cutting-edge equipment from renowned brands like Fendt, Valtra, Massey Ferguson, Manitou, and many more
D.V.S Tuning + Agri Tune UK MEH 22
phone-alt 07984 348764 ✉ info@remapkent.co.uk tv www.remapkent.co.uk
Agricultural/forestry and plant tuning services.
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Datamars Agri UK Ltd MEH 66
✉ customersupport@datamars.co.uk
Our products work with each other, more importantly they work with you to better manage your livestock. Tagging, EID reading, weighing, heat or health monitoring, treatment devices, handling & fencing.
Dazzled Lighting Ltd MEH 38
phone-alt 01205 837104 ✉ sales@dazzledlighting.co.uk tv www.dazzledlighting.co.uk
We manufacture and supply high performance, energy efficient LED lighting solutions. Visit our stand to see how we can help you save energy and money!
Digger Sim MEH 14
✉ hello@diggersim.co.uk
Plant simulator
DiversiFarm JH 88
phone-alt 08007 814766 ✉ info@diversifarm.co.uk tv www.diversifarm.co.uk
DiversiFarm offer a range of farm diversification opportunities within the outdoor leisure sector.
Ernest Doe & Sons Limited Outside 110
phone-alt 01245 380311 ✉ info@ernestdoe.co.uk tv www.ernestdoe.com
Family owned and run since 1898, Ernest Doe & Sons Ltd are the UK’s largest agricultural machinery dealer, trading from 19 locations across East Anglia and the South East.
Euroforest Ltd MEH 37
✉ headoffice@euroforest.co.uk tv www.euroforest.co.uk
UK’s largest independent provider of timber harvesting and marketing services.
Farming Community Network JH 84
phone-alt 03000 111999 ✉ help@fcn.org.uk tv www.fcn.org.uk
The Farming Community Network (FCN) is a national voluntary organisation and charity that supports farmers and families within the farming community through difficult times.
FGS Agri Outside 104 and MEH 72
phone-alt 01233 820055 tv www.fgsagri.co.uk
Comprehensive range of agricultural and utility contracting services. Also provide land drainage and agricultural construction through FGS Pilcher and supply and application of soil improvement products through FGS Organics
Four Jays Ltd MEH 18
phone-alt 01622 843135 ✉ enquiries@fourjays.co.uk tv www.fourjays.co.uk
Supply of toilets, showers & welfare facilities for your permanent and seasonal staff. Long established family owned and run, being locally based you will receive a speedy and reliable service for your requirements.
Fresh Flock Mobile Sheep Dipping Outside 105
phone-alt 07825 299339 / 07500 147637
Mobile on-farm dipping service by Ashley Pickford and Laila Hameed.
Frontier Agriculture MEH 19
phone-alt 01522 860000 ✉ info@frontierag.co.uk tv www.frontierag.co.uk
Frontier Agriculture is the UK’s leading crop production and grain marketing business, recognised for its close customer relationships with farmers and grain consumers and its successful management of the arable supply chain.
G J Elgar Construction Ltd MEH 67
phone-alt 01233 623739 ✉ office@gjelgarconstruction.co.uk tv www.gjelgarconstruction.co.uk
Design and build Steel frame portal buildings, groundworks contracts, building refurbishments, planning, project management
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Greencoat Farm Ltd MEH 41
phone-alt 01600 710770 ✉ info@greencoatfarm.co.uk tv wwwgreencoatfarm.co.uk
Greencoat Farm Ltd supply AHS South East Limited with premium nutritional supplements for ruminant livestock.
Griffith Elder & Co MEH 28
phone-alt 01284 719619 ✉ sales@griffith-elder.com tv www.griffith-elder.com
Griffith Elder is a designer and manufacture of electronic weighing equipment, providing rugged, long lasting and low maintenance weighing machines for the farming industry.
Gullands Solicitors MEH 58
✉ info@gullands.com tv www.gullands.com
A full service law firm in Kent with a number of clients in farming and horticulture.
H L Hutchinson Ltd MEH 61
phone-alt 01945 461177 ✉ information@hlhltd.co.uk tv www.hlhltd.co.uk
Hutchinsons is a leading provider of agronomic advice and crop inputs. Also, specialist advice on agroecology, environmental services, carbon mapping and management, precision farming, soil health and farm business management.
Harvest Installations MEH 51
✉ info@harvestinstallations.co.uk tv www.harvestinstallations.co.uk
Harvest Installations, manufacturers and distributors of the award winning Constant Humidity Controller and Maxi Stirrer. Bulk storage and drying specialist offering comprehensive design and installation service through appointed agents.
Haynes Agricultural MEH 64 and 103
tv www.haynes-agri.co.uk
Agricultural machinery sales, parts and service and repair.
Hobbs Parker Property Consultants LLP and Cefetra Ltd MEH 3
phone-alt 01233 502222 ✉ info@hobbsparker.co.uk tv www.hobbsparker.co.uk
Hobbs Parker Property Consultants LLP: A team of chartered surveyors, planning and development consultants providing a range of professional services to landowners and occupiers. Part of the Hobbs Parker Group. Cefetra Ltd: Cefetra Grain: Grain marketing, fertiliser & seed supply, carbon trading. A local team based in the South East working within a nationwide and continental network of traders.
Humphries & Parks Ltd MEH 2
phone-alt 01732 870711 tv www.humphriesandparks.net
We have a selection of 4 x 4 vechicles on show. Come by our stand and take a look.
Invicta Insurance Services Ltd MEH 59
phone-alt 01732 471950 ✉ info@invicta.co.uk tv www.invicta.co.uk
Invicta Insurance is a Kent based insurance broker specialising in commercial, agricultural and equine insurance products for the farming community. Formerly Copperwheat Barlow, now part of the Invicta family.
JBD Sporting MEH 12
phone-alt 07845 599573 ✉ info@jbdsporting.co.uk tv www.jbdsporting.co.uk
JBD Sporting is provides a number of shooting related services. The main being simulated game days, corporate events and shooting lessons.
KCAS MEH 7
phone-alt 01622 630975 ✉ info@kentshowground.co.uk tv www.kcas.org.uk
The charity behind Farm Expo. Visit the team on the their stand .
Kent Police JH 89
tv www.kent.police.uk
Kent Police Rural Task Force.
Kent Towing Solutions Ltd JH 81
phone-alt 01892 890005 ✉ info@kenttowingsolutions.co.uk tv www.kenttowingsolutions.co.uk
Trailer centre and proud to be a main distributor for many market leading trailer manufacturers including Nugent, Debon, Brian James, Cheval Liberte, Indespension and more. We plan on showcasing several different models but mainly livestock trailers, general purpose trailers, horse trailers.
Kent Young Farmers JH 82
✉ organiser@kentyfc.co.uk tv www.kentyfc.co.uk
You don’t have to be a farmer to be a young farmer, visit the stand to learn about local club opportunities.
Kirkland UK JH 73
✉ info@kirklanduk.com tv www.kirklanduk.com
Tobroco-Giant UK & Kirkland UK.
Krone Outside 100
✉ info@krone-uk.com
Krone are industry leading manufactures and innovators of hay and forage harvesting machinery. Our product range includes Mowers, Tedders, Rakes, Forage Harvesters, Self-Propelled Mowers, Forage Trailers, Round Balers and Square Balers.
Lambert & Foster MEH 53
tv www.lambertandfoster.co.uk
Established in 1900, our clients return to us time and time again. With a rich history and extensive experience, Lambert & Foster are the team you need on your side for all your property and planning needs.
Landmark Systems Ltd MEH 26
✉ info@landmarksystems.co.uk tv www.landmarksystems.co.uk
Providing software solutions for your farm businesses. Launching KEYinfinity, our first cloudbased accounts software tailored specifically to meet the requirements of the agricultural sector on 1 February 2024.
Lister Wilder Ltd Outside 98 and 76
✉ info@listerwilder.co.uk tv www.listerwilder.co.uk
Your local supplier of Kubota Agricultural, Ground Care and Construction Machinery. Also main deals for many other established manufacturers including Merlo, Yamaha and Kverneland.
Lloyds Bank plc MEH 57
tv www.lloydsbank.com
Specialist team of Agricultural Relationship Managers providing lending and banking services to farmers and growers throughout the South and East.
Making Space for Nature JH 85
✉ makingspacefornature@kent.gov.uk tv www.makingspacefornaturekent.org.uk
Martin Lishman Ltd MEH 44
✉ sales@martinlishman.com tv www.martinlishman.com
Martin Lishman specialises in crop storage and monitoring systems, potato quality equipment and compact sprayers. Products have been introduced to the industry in response to the needs of our customers.
Mid Kent College JH 90
phone-alt 01233 813688 ✉ info@mkt.uk.net tv www.mkt.uk.net
Claim your NRoso points on the stand.
National Farmers Union MEH 63
phone-alt 01730 711 950 ✉ south.east@nfu.org.uk
Member facing stand to welcome existing members and promoting the work of the NFU to new prospective members.
NatWest MEH 33
tv www.natwest.com
Agri business finance and relationship management.
Nickerson Seeds MEH 40
phone-alt 01472 371661 ✉ seeds@nickerson.co.uk tv www.nickersonseeds.co.uk
The original seed specialists have over 100 years of combined education, training and on farm experience, supplying quality seed direct from breeder to farmer.
NP Seymour Ltd MEH 1
phone-alt 01580 712200 ✉ hello@npseymour.co.uk tv www.npseymour.co.uk
Founded in 1974, NP Seymour is a family run business dedicated to helping fruit farmers, hop growers, packhouse managers and vineyard owners with all their equipment and machinery needs.
Oak Creative MEH 46
phone-alt 01303 812848 ✉ info@oakcreative.net tv www.oakcreative.co.uk
Oak Creative is a creative partner for ambitious brands and organisations in Kent and beyond. We create brands, campaigns and websites, all designed to boost your business.
Openfield Agriculture Ltd MEH 20
phone-alt 01476 862730 ✉ info@openfield.co.uk tv www.openfield.co.uk
We are proud to be Britain’s only national grain market and arable inputs co-operative. More than just grain: Premium products/services to help you get the best for your business.
Pressure Clean Ltd MEH 4
✉ enquiries@pressureclean.co.uk tv www.pressureclean.co.uk
Offering Professional cleaning equipment and supplying high quality products at competitive prices.
Prins Forklifts UK Ltd MEH 8 phone-alt 01303 237122 ✉ info@prinsforklifts.co.uk tv www.prinsforklifts.co.uk
Fork lift trucks, sales, service, hire & parts
Procam Rutherfords MEH 16
tv www.procamrutherfords.business.site
Best in industry supplier of agronomic advice, inputs and SFI advice
RABI MEH 83
phone-alt 0800 188 4444 ✉ help@rabi.org.uk tv www.rabi.org.uk
RABI provides local support to the farming community across England and Wales, such as financial assistance, advice and training. Learn about their latest news and events.
RHAS Outside 99
phone-alt 07958 066238 ✉ randhautomotivesolutions@gmail.com
Agricultural vehicles (tractors) and 4x4 vehicles, which we already sell to mainly the farming community, the length and breadth of the UK.
Rhino Plant Hire Outside 111
phone-alt 01304 853289 ✉ rhinoplant43@gmail.com tv www.rhino-planthire.co.uk
Plant hire and agricultural contracting.
Rural and Business Specialists Ltd MEH 35
phone-alt 0800 781 0639 ✉ hello@randbs.co.uk tv www.ruralmortgages.co.uk
Experienced, specialist and independent agricultural and rural mortgage consultants, helping farms, estates and rural businesses find the right mortgage on the best terms for their business from the whole market.
Rural Payments Agency MEH 10
tv www.rpa.gov.uk
Savills UK Ltd MEH 24
tv www.savills.co.uk
Rural property experts with a depth of knowledge and breadth of contacts unrivalled in the field. We provide services within estate management, food and farming, rural agency, valuations and energy.
South East Farmer MEH 23
phone-alt 01303 233883 ✉ jamie.mcgrorty@kelsey.co.uk tv www.southeastfarmer.net
Published since 1982, South East Farmer is the region’s favourite farming magazine. 45,000 farmers, growers and allied traders read the magazine each month in the counties of Kent, Sussex, Essex, Surrey, Hampshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire and Oxfordshire.
Sentry MEH 50
✉ sbs@sentry.co.uk tv www.sentry.co.uk
Sentry are a national farm and advisory business. George and Charlotte have the expertise to support your businesses in their transition as the market changes quicker than ever.
Shufflebottom Limited JH 86
phone-alt 01269 831831 ✉ enquiry@shufflebottom.co.uk tv www.shufflebottom.co.uk
Shufflebottom Limited provide a full range of quality agricultural, industrial and commercial steel framed buildings. Buildings can be supplied to suit client needs in kit form or fully erected by our team of professionals.
SJM Planning Ltd MEH 9
phone-alt 01892 882228 ✉ enquiries@sjmplanning.com tv www.sjmplanning.com
SJM Planning is a West Kent based planning consultancy specialising in all residential, commercial, agricultural, equine and rural planning matters.
Southern Farmers Ltd MEH 52
phone-alt 01580 241401 ✉ enquiries@southernfarmers.co.uk tv www.southernfarmers.co.uk
A not-for-profit agricultural buying group based in the South East of England.
Southern Sheeting MEH 27
✉ sales@southernsheeting.co.uk tv www.southernsheeting.co.uk
Southern Sheeting works with all industries and we are proud to be trusted by some of the UK’s biggest construction product manufacturers to represent and distribute on their behalf.
Steve Pack Agricultural Services Outside 106
phone-alt 07704 715881 tv www.stevepack.co.uk
Compost and fertiliser sales and spreading
SWS Countryside Ltd Outside 108
phone-alt 07789 66304 ✉ info@swscountryside.co.uk tv www.swscountryside.co.uk Land mangagment company offering contracting services.
T.D. Boxall Limited MEH 15
✉ tim@tdboxall.co.uk
Fibrophos fertilisers offer proven field performance of P, K, Mg, S, Ca Plus trace elements for all crops. UK manufactured. Renewably sourced low carbon footprint.
Tama UK Ltd MEH 55
phone-alt 01420 545800 ✉ sales@tama-uk.co.uk tv www.tama-uk.co.uk
Tama, the world leader in crop baling products and natural partner for most Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) will be displaying the next generation of Netwrap & baler twines.
Thomas Auto Injection Centre MEH 17
phone-alt 01233 642816 ✉ info@thomasgroupltd.co.uk tv www.thomasgroupltd.co.uk
Tuckwells Outside 93
phone-alt 01206 230283 ✉ enquiries@tuckwellgroup.com tv www.tuckwells.com
Tuckwells are a family-run agricultural dealer providing quality machinery, for 70 years, to customers across the south and east of England. Proudly representing John Deere, Vaderstad, Grimme and other leading agricultural brands.
UK Power Networks MEH 25
tv www.ukpowernetworks.co.uk
Our education and engagement team will be on hand to provide FREE safety resources, advice and guidance to farmers and professionals within the agriculture Industry working on the electricity network.
Viterra MEH 30
phone-alt 01844 264165 ✉ archie.nicolle@viterra.com tv www.viterra.com
We take great pride in our role in supplying essential food and feed products to the world. Our agricultural network draws on our close relationship with producers and customers, connecting them to traceable and sustainable agricultural commodities.
Watling Tyres MEH 68
✉ contact@watlingtyres.co.uk tv www.watlingtyres.co.uk
Watling Tyres is the largest independent tyre company in the South East. Suppliers of car, van, motorcycle, truck, tractor, industrial & implement. Also offering MOT, breakes, batteries & servicing at great prices.
Weald Granary MEH 20
phone-alt 01622 814458 ✉ john@wealdgranary.co.uk tv www.wealdgranary.com
Wealden AM MEH 70
✉ office@wealdenam.com tv www.wealdenam.com
Wealden AM have been supplying and managing steel-framed building projects in the South East for over 30 years. Delivering projects for agricultural, industrial, viticulture and commercial customers.
Westpoint Vets JH 91
✉ ashford@westpointfarmvets.co.uk tv www.westpointfarmvets.co.uk
Westpoint Farm Vets has been providing a livestock focused service since 2000.
Wilson Wraight LLP MEH 47
phone-alt 01284 700727 ✉ advice@wilsonwraight.co.uk tv www.wilsonwraight.co.uk
Wilson Wraight is a leading provider of agricultural, environmental, and planning consultancy services. We pride ourselves in delivering valuable and impartial advice to help you achieve your personal and business objectives.
YAGRO MEH 42
phone-alt 0330 043 1513 ✉ info@yagro.com tv www.yagro.com
We help farmers grow their knowledge base. Financial performance of each field, crop and variety at your fingertips, spend more time with your crops and less time on admin.
Yara UK Ltd MEH 60
✉ alan.rix@yara.co.uk tv www.yara.co.uk
With everchanging climates, technologies and responsibilities, Yara is here to share knowledge and discuss our focus about ‘Growing a Nature-Positive Food Future’ to support our UK farmers and growers.
