Having worked with over 400 agricultural businesses, and specialised in the industry for many years, we recognise that every agricultural operation from a small farm to a large diversified estate needs to be run as a business.
We work closely with you to ensure we understand your specific requirements, enabling us to tailor our services specifically to meet them.
Our key services
- Accountancy services including end of year financial statements
- Bookkeeping and cloud accounting advice
- Payroll outsourcing and HR support
- Business tax planning and compliance
- VAT advice and support
- Pension and investment advice from Lovewell Blake Financial Planning
- Capital tax planning
Our teams can take care of the time consuming administrative tasks that come with running a farm, agricultural or food and drink business, so that you can dedicate your time and energy to the business that you are passionate about.

Different because you are
We pride ourselves on providing individually tailored services to our clients. Whatever your aspirations and priorities in business and life, we will be by your side with expert advice from local specialists. It is because your needs are unique, that the solutions we provide are distinct and personalised to you.
With our knowledge of the sector and the network of contacts we have built up over the years, we can provide the business, tax compliance and financial advice that you need. We can also support your growth and expansion plans, help you plan for the future and advise you on diversification.
- Profitable uses of land
- Investment and diversification
- Preparing budgets and business plans
- Succession and effective exit strategies
Research and Development
Farming and associated agricultural business are continually developing innovative processes to improve quality, output and efficiency. Much of this innovation has been tried and tested in the field rather than the laboratory; by farmers rather than scientists. How many times have you looked at doing things in a different way or at a different time to overcome particular difficulties? Read more here
RAG Survey Results
Member firms of the Rural Accountants Group sent out an Agriculture survey to clients in 2021 to gauge the sentiment with the industry. These results are based on the findings.
Recent Podcasts
Rural crime
Recently agricultural partner Ryan Lincoln sat down with Tim Passmore, Suffolk Police and Crime Commissioner. The profile of crime over those years has changed dramatically and now around 99% of new crime has a digital footprint
An insight into accountancy for the agriculture sector
Chris Solt and Ryan Lincoln, agricultural partners at Lovewell Blake sit down and talk about how using specialist agricultural accountants can benefit those in the sector.
All things finance, pensions and tax year-end
Jon Matchett and Scott Hansell, Financial Advisers for Lovewell Blake Financial Planning discuss all things finance, the Spring Budget announcements and the tax year-end.


The agriculture team at Lovewell Blake has really supported us. The service we receive from them is professional, pro-active, knowledgeable and we know we are in safe hands!
Accountants for Agriculture Articles

How could your farm benefit from speaking to one of our specialist accountants?

Dairy Barns Case Study
Key partners and staff
Chris Solt
Partner
Matthew Waters
Partner
Ryan Lincoln
Partner
Carla Daniels
Manager
Gary Stannard
ManagerJustin Wright
Manager
Luke Jinkerson
ManagerRob Geary
VAT Consultant
Lewis Perretta
Assistant Manager
Linda Palin
Assistant Manager
Tim Meade
Assistant ManagerFAQs
Can you help with Making Tax Digital for farmers and agribusiness?
Yes – we have a dedicated team who can help with your MTD requirements as well as additional support from our specialist VAT consultant. With effect from April 2022, all VAT registered businesses must submit their returns using MTD compatible software. In limited other circumstances, taxpayers may be exempted from the MTD for VAT requirements, Lovewell Blake can help with any queries you may have surrounding MTD and what this means for you and your business.
Do you provide tax advice for agribusiness?
Yes – our team are on hand to help you will all aspects of your agribusiness and are also supported by the firm’s tax consultants. We work closely with other teams across the firm to be proactive with strategic recommendations and advice. We get to know you and your agribusiness and we can pull in a team of specialists based on your needs.
What is the best farm accounting software?
There is a variety of different accounting software available depending on your business. Our team are familiar with most and can advise you on the most suitable product. We would encourage you to get in touch and use our expert advice and knowledge to utilise cloud accounting to its full potential. The simplicity, connectivity and seamless reporting options provided by accounting software has revolutionised the way we all do business. Accounting software is your opportunity to modernise your business, reduce down time spent on admin tasks, and automate the mundane.
What is farm accounting?
Farm accounting differs from conventional accounting due to a number of factors. The timing of recording revenue is not just specific to the financial year-end of the business but also the seasonal impact on growing crops. Valuing livestock and deadstock requires more understanding of the industry and rules surrounding cost of production and deemed cost. You will also find more detailed financial statements that will show separate enterprises for the business income streams and even gross margin calculations which assist better decision making.
Can you assist with budgeting for starting a rural business?
Yes – we have specialists who can assist in all aspects of starting a rural business, we know that as your business grows you will need experienced support to let you focus on maximising your potential. We pride ourselves on being locally based accountants with experience in your sector and the challenges you face. Having worked with over 400 agricultural businesses we have experience advising businesses at every stage, including preparing budgets and business plans to finding an effective exit strategy.
Why should I choose Lovewell Blake for my agribusiness?
The specialist knowledge we have developed means that you can always talk to someone who understands the real issues affecting you and your agribusiness, now and in the future. As well as providing traditional accounting and taxation compliance services, we also get involved in working with you to advise on; profitable uses of land, investment or diversification, complex taxes, preparing budgets and business plans, assistance in dealing with banks and other financial institutions, succession and effective exit strategies, investment and diversification, investment in plant and machinery, renewable technologies and much more.
Related news

Latest Lovewell Blake/NFU farmers’ evening hears of increasing importance of evidencing natural capital
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Natural capital is focus of latest farmers’ evening
Natural capital from a farmer’s perspective is the focus of the second joint NFU/Lovewell Blake Farmers’ Evening of 2023, which takes place later this month.

SFI flexibility could help de-risk 2024 after challenging harvest, says leading agricultural finance expert
The flexibility offered by the Sustainable Farming Initiative could enable farmers to ‘de-risk’ their operations in 2024, following a challenging harvest this year, according to a leading agricultural finance expert.
Related events

Norfolk Farming Conference 2024
Over 300 farmers, producers and supporting industry professionals are expected to attend the event and the early booking of tickets is recommended. We are delighted to announce that Dr Belinda Clarke, Director of Agri-TechE, is to chair the Conference.