We understand the challenges farmers face and how difficult it is to raise funds from the bank to help your business run smoothly or grow. Even more challenging for tenant farmers, or those with a bad credit history.
We understand the challenges farmers face because our funders have run all types and sizes of businesses for over 30 years and continue to do so. Their collective experiences in trying to raise finance for their own businesses under different economic climates has led to the formation of Alchemy Business Finance Ltd. We offer a personalised process and you will always have a dedicated account manager to talk with to better understand your needs. We will work fast and diligently to get you the finance you need.
When a livestock farmer in Carmarthenshire, Wales needed additional funding to invest in the future of their farming operation, they required a finance provider who understood the realities of agriculture — from seasonal cashflow pressures and rising costs to the need to act quickly when opportunities arise.
The future of British farming depends on the next generation having the confidence and opportunity to continue developing agricultural businesses. For one young farmer in Northumberland, taking a greater role within the family business brought both responsibility and opportunity. The mixed farming operation had been built over several generations, with the family continually adapting as agriculture changed.
Forestry businesses form an important part of the wider rural economy, supporting land management, conservation projects and commercial operations across the...
Opportunities in agriculture do not always appear at convenient times. For one family-run arable farm based in Cambridgeshire, the chance to purchase a key piece of harvest machinery became available unexpectedly. The farm had been considering upgrading equipment for some time, but finding the right machine, in the right condition and at the right price had proved challenging.
Dairy farming remains one of the most demanding sectors within agriculture, requiring commitment every day of the year.
For one family dairy farm in Cheshire, continued growth meant the business needed to review its equipment and infrastructure.
Harvest remains one of the most important periods in the farming calendar, with preparation and reliability playing a major role in a successful season.
Farm diversification continues to play an increasingly important role within British agriculture, as many families look at ways to create additional income alongside their existing farming operations.
Agricultural contractors provide essential services across the farming industry, helping farms access specialist machinery, skills and additional capacity during the busiest periods of the year.