Consultancy
Ecology
Established over 25 years ago, the team offers comprehensive, practical and commercial ecological consultancy.
Reptile surveys
Reptile surveys for planning and development. Experienced ecologists for grass snake, adder, smooth snake, slow worm, common lizard and sand lizard.
Badger surveys
Our experienced ecologists provide services including sett surveys, licensing, mitigation and artificial sett creation.
Bat surveys
Bat surveys for planning and development. Protected species surveys, roost inspections, mitigation licensing and bat genotyping DNA analysis.
Ecological impact assessments
Our expert ecological impact assessments for planning and development. Preliminary ecological appraisals, mitigation strategies and EIA chapters.
Water vole surveys
Water vole surveys for planning and development. Habitat suitability assessments, survey timings, mitigation, translocation and licensing advice.
Bird surveys
Bird surveys for planning and development. Breeding bird surveys, vantage point surveys, wintering bird surveys and protected species advice.
Hazel dormice surveys
Hazel dormice surveys for planning and development. Nut hunts, nest tube surveys and EPS licensing for this rare and vulnerable protected species.
Great crested newt surveys
Great crested newt surveys for planning and development. eDNA testing, traditional surveys, mitigation and EPS licensing for this protected species.
Preliminary ecological appraisal
Appraisal services for planning, including desk study, habitat survey and protected species assessment identifying ecological constraints.
Otter surveys
Our otter surveys include habitat suitability assessments, field surveys, mitigation and EPS licensing for this protected species.
Biodiversity net gain
Biodiversity net gain services for developers. Site surveys, habitat assessments, metric calculations, BNG plans and long-term management.
Accredited Ecological clerk of works
Protected species advice, site monitoring and mitigation for infrastructure, utilities, renewables and residential projects.
Arboriculture
Highly qualified, chartered arboriculturists, with excellent geographical coverage across the UK.
Tree risk management
Our specialists provide on-going advice and support including expert tree inspections, aerial inspections, auditing and reviewing tree risk policies.
Arboriculture
Services from chartered arboriculturists, including BS5837 tree surveys, tree risk management, utility arboriculture and woodland management.
Arboricultural impact assessments
Designed for planning and development. Tree mitigation advice, BS5837 surveys, tree protection plans and expert consultancy services.
Tree legislation
In-depth tree legislation guidance, including TPO applications, conservation area notifications, felling licences and planning compliance advice.
BS 5837 advice for trees on development sites
Guidance and advice for BS5837 recommendations, including Tree surveys, constraints plans and arboricultural impact assessments.
Utility vegetation management
We’ve helped electricity DNO’s improve their vegetation management for more than 15 years. A full range of strategic and operational consultancy.
Archaeology
From archaeological monitoring and trial trenching evaluations to large-scale excavations, ADAS archaeologists can offer our clients practical and cost-effective heritage advice.
Archaeological monitoring (watching brief)
Archaeological monitoring for construction projects. Site groundworks supervision and legislation-compliant reporting for planning compliance.
Archaeological desk-based assessments
Our assessments are comprehensive and clear providing you with baseline heritage data needed for any planning application requests.
Heritage advice for planning
Our heritage and planning consultancy includes rapid heritage constraints reports, statements and archaeological advice for planning applications.
Archaeological evaluations and excavations
Our team will ensure that all archaeological work is designed and carried out in accordance with Chartered Institute for Archaeologists standards.
Archaeological surveys
Our archaeology experts can advise on the most effective technique to use for the ground conditions on your development site.
Climate adaptation
We work alongside farmers whilst engaging with global food and drink businesses. Our agricultural background gives us the unique ability to work across all stages of the supply chain.
Alternative proteins
Our research explores the use of alternative proteins, plant-based and insect proteins as a promising solutions to meet growing nutritional needs.
Climate change resilience
We can help you build climate change resilience, providing realistic and efficient ideas for adaption and risk assessments.
BASIS certificate in greenhouse gases carbon and climate change mitigation
Gain a BASIS certificate in greenhouse gases, carbon and climate change mitigation. Practical training for landowners, advisors and agronomists.
Carbon Literacy training
We have teamed up with The Carbon Literacy Project to deliver carbon training tailored to the food and hospitality sector.
Farming
We have worked alongside farmers for over 75 years. Our clients include small and large farmers, landowners, agricultural organisations, multi-national corporations and government bodies.
Soil testing and structure assessments
Soil surveys and advice to help farmers and land managers improve the current health and nutrient content of their soils.
Farm accounting
Our service includes an introductory offer, bookkeeping services and pricing plans for farm businesses. Set-up, training and ongoing support.
Training with ADAS agricultural experts
Our agricultural training and workshops can be done on a 1:1 or group basis, including BASIS carbon courses and farm knowledge exchange.
Agri-environment schemes and farming grant advice
ADAS’ agri-business consultants can help you apply for and manage agri-environment schemes in England and Wales.
Anaerobic digestion systems feasability and planning
The ADAS Farm Infrastructure team can advise on all stages of the process: from feasibility, planning and permitting to compliance.
Grassland, forage and silage advice
We offer expert guidance on all aspects of grassland management, from soil preparation and seed selection through to management and harvest.
Join the ADAS farming association
Independent advice, information and support for arable farmers. Access to exclusive webinars, conferences and expert connections.
Agricultural land classification surveys
Our surveyors are highly experienced with agricultural land classification and assist landowners with ALC assessments and soil surveys.
Equine land management advice
ADAS’ equine sustainable land management for horse owners. Grassland advice, soil testing, weed control, grant funding and training courses.
Fertiliser advice and nutrient management plans
Our team of Fertiliser Advisers Certification and Training Scheme qualified consultants can advise for arable, horticulture and grassland systems.
Farm business consultancy
ADAS’ 50-strong, farm-business consultants are experts in delivering practical business support to farmers across England and Wales.
Farm carbon audits and advice
We have extensive experience in using custom-built and industry-standard tools to assess greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions at a farm, product or system.
Find an expert witness
ADAS provides expert evidence to the legal profession in the civil and criminal proceedings, tribunals and planning appeals. We operate in 80 specialist areas, including agriculture, environmental, ecology, food, town and country planning and waste management.
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