Support for farmers in Lincolnshire is available through several local and national organisations.

Health and Wellbeing Support

  • Lincolnshire Rural Support Network (LRSN): A vital volunteer-led charity providing free, confidential pastoral and practical support to farming and horticultural communities during times of crisis, stress, and change. They offer a helpline, one-to-one visits, and health screening clinics at local markets.
  • Lincolnshire Rural & Agricultural Chaplaincy: Provides essential pastoral care and a listening ear to those facing difficult times in the industry.

National Charities: Farmers can also access support from national bodies operating in Lincolnshire, including:

  • Farming Community Network (FCN): Confidential national helpline open every day of the year (7am to 11pm) at 03000 111 999.
  • RABI (Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution): Offers practical, financial, and emotional assistance, including a 24-hour free helpline at 0800 188 4444.  

Lincolnshire Farm Support Programme: This fully funded programme, delivered by Savills on behalf of Business Lincolnshire, provides eligible farm businesses with one-to-one tailored advice, workshops (covering financial planning, diversification, and resilience), and guidance on succession planning and funding opportunities.

Business Lincolnshire Growth Hub: Offers general business guidance, connections, and programs, with specialist advisors for agriculture and horticulture to help with innovation, growth, and adapting to industry changes.

Environmental Land Management Schemes (ELMS): Government schemes like the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) and Countryside Stewardship provide financial incentives for environmentally conscious practices, which are replacing traditional direct payments.

Lincolnshire County Council: Actively supports the sector through the "Keep Lincolnshire Growing" campaign, offering advice on legislation and compliance, training, and managing a County Farms Estate with tenancy opportunities.

Greater Lincolnshire Agriculture and Horticulture Forum: This group, set up with the county council's support, provides a strong voice for local farmers and growers, giving insight into local issues that can be fed back to national policymakers.

National Farmers' Union (NFU) and Country Land and Business Association (CLA): Membership organisations that represent farming interests and provide specialist advice and support to their members in the region.