Free advice · Wales
Farming Connect Advisory Service
Subsidised independent business and technical advice from approved advisers, one-to-one or in small groups, including help with the SFS.
- From
- Farming Connect (Welsh Government)
- How much
- Up to 80% funded, up to £3,000 per eligible business: one-to-one up to £1,600 per instance; group advice up to £600 per member (3 to 8 businesses).
- Who can apply
- Eligible farm and forestry businesses in Wales registered with Farming Connect.
What you’ll need
- Register (or re-register) with Farming Connect using your RPW Online GOV.UK One Login
How to apply
- Contact your local Farming Connect development officer or call 03456 000 813
- Choose an approved adviser
- Apply for the funded advice
Page checked 30 October 2026. Customers must re-register with the new Farming Connect programme to access services.
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Checked against the official pages on 29 October 2026. Sources: 1, 2. Always read the official page before you apply.