Practical support in applying to and managing agri-environment schemes

ADAS’ agri-business consultants can help you apply for and manage agri-environment schemes in England and Wales. Our practical advice includes:

  • making the decision to apply for a scheme
  • choosing the most appropriate options and capital items
  • assisting with ongoing management.

With an in-depth understanding of farm business management and wildlife, we will work with you to create an application that is best suited to the needs of your business. Through the application process, we can liaise on your behalf with Natural England, catchment sensitive farming officers, local planning authorities and the Environment Agency. We can also prepare the supporting information and evidence required to support your application.

Ongoing scheme management

Xero owns Hubdoc, a data-capture tool that renders manual data entry unnecessary. It automatically sends your bills and invoices to Xero. As the software is on the cloud, you can access it anywhere or time and grant access to other stakeholders in your business. The mobile app enables seamless finance tracking when you do not have immediate access to a computer.

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How ADAS can help

Our expert bookkeeping services include data entry, bank feed reconciliation, bank reconciliation and VAT returns.

We have been awarded Xero Accreditation for Bookkeeping and can provide different levels of support depending on your business needs. ADAS has three pricing plans currently available.

Plan 1: Set-up package

If you have never used Xero, we will set up Xero Accounting Software for you. This will include financial data entry, charts of accounts and connecting VAT in Xero with HMRC. The package includes our bookkeeping services for the first three months to complete the transition to Xero.

Within this package, there are a further three levels of service to choose from based on the turnover of your business.

Service levels

  • Bronze package for small businesses with turnover up to £250,000.
  • Silver package for medium sized businesses with turnover between £250.000 to £500,000.
  • Gold package for large businesses with turnover between £500,000 to £1,000,000

Plan 2: On-going bureau service package

This package provides you with bookkeeping services monthly. It includes data entry, bank reconciliation and submission of VAT returns to HMRC.

Within this package, there are a further three levels of service to choose from based on the turnover of your business.

Service levels

  • Bronze package small businesses with turnover up to £250,000.
  • Silver package medium sized businesses with turnover between £250,000 to £500,000.
  • Gold package large businesses with turnover between £500,000 to £1,000,000.

Plan 3: Self input package

This comprises a monthly subscription fee with ADAS and includes, for free, the standard chart of accounts for farmers.

Ready to make things easier?

Get in touch to discuss your requirements and choose the right plan for you and your farm.

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