• Farming Connect

      For further support or business advice, call 08456 000 813

      Rydym yn croesawu galwadau’n Gymraeg / We welcome calls in Welsh


      DEVELOPMENT

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      Personal Development Plan (PDP):

      Use a PDP to help identify your skills needs. Completion of a PDP goal is compulsory for certain aspects of the Farming Connect programme and can be completed at any time.

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      Skills Store:

      Online data storage tool, where all your Farming Connect activity and certificates for accredited training are recorded.

    • LEARNING

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      Training:

      Choose from a large range of short, accredited courses to help you learn new skills and sharpen existing ones. All funded by up to 80%. Delivered by a network of approved training providers.

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      E-learning:

      Our online e-learning interactives cover a wide variety of topics which will help you develop new and existing skills, acquire more knowledge and improve working practices within your business.

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      Animal Health and Welfare Training Workshops:

      Fully funded training workshops delivered by local vet practices pan Wales, on a wide range of animal health and health topics.


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      Webinars:

      Participating in a wide range of topical online webinars led by experts, aimed at providing useful support and information for you.

    • FUNDING

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      Training course application form:

      To apply for a funded training course please complete this form. As part of the application process you will also need to complete a PDP goal and relevant e learning course.

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      Application History:

      Here is a record of all your previous training course applications.

    • FEATURED PLAYLISTS

      Each playlist is a selection of courses to support you at each stage of your business.


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      Thinking of starting a business

      Guiding you through key areas to consider as you explore the potential of your idea.

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      Ready to start your business

      Helping you refine your idea to successfully start your business.

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      Established businesses

      Continuing to develop your business in a responsible and sustainable way.

    • POPULAR COURSES
      Enterprise Hubs

      Enterprise hubs provide an innovative and vibrant community for entrepreneurs to start, develop and grow their businesses.

      Protecting Your Products

      What the 4 types of intellectual property are, and why they are important to you and your business.

      Cyber Security: Top Tips for Staff

      Cyber security can be easy. Find out what actions you can take to keep yourself safe online, today!

      Cyber Security for small organisations

      Learn the importance of backing up your organisation's data and how to protect against malware and phishing.

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    • COURSE CATEGORIES
      A list of all our courses for different parts of your business.

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      Your business

      Manage your business efficiently.

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      You people

      Creating and managing a successful business.

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      Your product

      Design, Create and Develop your product or service.

    • BUSINESS WALES

      Business advice and support

      Access impartial, independent support from our experienced team of business advisors.
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    • ADVICE AND SUPPORT

      Manage your development plan, book on to webinar and see your record of achievements.


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      My Plan

      View and edit you support journey with Business Wales and track your progres.

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      Pledges

      Discover how your business can become greener and more equal.

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      Webinars

      Book on to fully funded webinars hosted by business experts.

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