About Me - Welcome to my Blog

My name is Doug, I am a Rural Business Consultant for Laurence Gould Partnership (www.laurencegould.com) and also the Regional Coordinator for Fresh Start in the South East (www.careerinfarming.co.uk).  Fresh Start Academies offer training and opportunities for people looking to start or develop a career in the farming, horticulture or land-based sectors.  I provide a wide range of advice on rural business matters to commercial businesses, government organisations and charities.  I grew up working on a school farm and last year was Agriculture and Rural Affairs Policy Chairman for the National Federation of Young Farmers Clubs.

Check out my Blog for news and info on Fresh Start and to hear what I am up to.