Farm business management
We deliver a range of business management services, using specialist and generalist consultants to ensure clients can meet their objectives.

Our local area consultants have experience in providing quality advice to all types of business structures and sizes. There is a breadth of knowledge in the company, with consultants having their own niche expertise. We guarantee that when you raise a question or ask for support, that the most suitably qualified advisors will be provided.
There is no job too small, so whether you have just a quick business question or you require help with a larger problem or change within the farm we will endeavour to answer quickly and proficiently.
Business Services we offer


Bookkeeping & payroll services
SAC Consulting offer affordable bookkeeping and payroll solutions regardless of the size of your business or your location, and which are tailored to your needs.


Agrecalc
A leading agricultural resource efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions calculator developed by SAC Consulting and SRUC.

Scottish Farm Business Survey

Electricity Buying Service (EBS)
Scouring the internet to find the best electricity deal can be laborious, leaving many paying more than they have to. Our EBS is designed to eliminate this hassle, saving you time and money.

Agricultural policy
Agricultural policy is changing rapidly and we exist to provide you with the latest consultancy, helping you to move your business on with the times, operate sustainably and be in the best position financially.
We do not promise to do everything but we will go out of our way to make sure you are teamed with the right person internally or externally to find the most practical solution.
To reduce the burden of our clients farm management here are some additional services we offer in this area:
- Livestock Records and Movements
- Rural Payments Inspection Division, Grants and IACS applications
- Tenancy and land management contracts
- Dispute resolution
- Advice on current regulations and legislation
- Crop walking, fertiliser and chemical advice
- Forestry, woodland and conservation management schemes
- Environmental schemes
- Grassland management
- Feed and rations
More Business Services we offer

Sustainability
SAC Consulting can build sustainability into your designs to avoid depletion or degradation of natural resources, helping to protect and support a long-term environmental quality for all.


Animal feed, crop & soil analytical services
SRUC Veterinary and Analytical Laboratory provide UKAS accredited testing, supporting SAC Consulting, the agricultural sector and other industries.

Farm woodlands & forestry
New or existing woodlands can enhance farming operations and grow your business.


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SAC Consulting
Our consultants in 25 offices across Scotland and northern England turn research into advice and advantage for business and public sector alike.

Vet & laboratory services
Our leading experts provide support to clients in areas animal disease, diagnosis and surveillance.

Research services
Our work addresses health and productivity in animals, animal welfare and crops, promotes low carbon farming and increases farm output through efficiency and innovation.