Resilience check list

Do you have a clearly set out vision and objectives for the business?

Is there a clear succession plan or exit plan and is this communicated to everyone  involved either directly or indirectly with the business?

Do you routinely (every 3-6 months) yourself, with your partner/s or your team, take a hands off view of the business and discuss objectives, performance etc?

Have you made an assessment of additional or alternative farming and non-farming enterprises?

Do you know your cost of production and where improvements can be made?

Have you built and tested a 5 year plan to understand your longer term income, expenses and ability to achieve objectives?

Do you know what the impact to your business would be if Direct Payments are reduced/removed? Do you have a plan for if this happens?

Have you considered and explored collaboration with local businesses?

Are you testing new technical innovations and ideas e.g. through split field comparisons and discussion groups?

Do you know the underlying consumer trends behind your produce?