Young farmer finance

Support for new and growing farmers: equipment, vehicles and working capital. We're a UK broker/introducer — we help you find a suitable lender and present the case clearly.

Funding to help you invest and grow in UK agriculture

Starting out in farming can involve heavy upfront costs — machinery, livestock, infrastructure and seasonal cash flow. We help young farmers and newer agricultural businesses access finance options that match the farm's plan and timing.

Common funding needs

  • Machinery: tractors, implements, loaders, telehandlers and attachments.
  • Vehicles: pickups, vans and farm transport.
  • Infrastructure: storage, workshops, cold rooms and site improvements (where suitable).
  • Working capital: to manage seasonal income and input costs.

What lenders look for

  • A clear business plan: output, route to market, and realistic assumptions.
  • Experience: training, family involvement or proven operational capability.
  • Security & affordability: projected cash flow and buffers for bad seasons.
  • Documentation: accounts where available, forecasts, and asset details.

Practical tips that improve approval chances

  • Be specific on the asset and timing — quotes help.
  • Show how the purchase increases output or reduces cost.
  • Keep the term sensible for the asset life.
  • Have a plan for downside scenarios (weather, prices, disease).

We're a broker/introducer for UK business finance. Information on this page is for general guidance only and is not financial advice.

Typical start-up funding ranges

Funding amounts£10k–£2m+
Terms12–72 months
DecisionsFast (case dependent)
UK business finance onlyYes
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Frequently asked questions

Common questions about young farmer finance.

We are an introducer/broker, not a lender. Nothing on this page is financial advice.