Business support finder

One-to-one advice, mentoring and help with researching new markets.

Support for farmers and farming families to tackle farm business issues such as finance/debt and business decisions about the future.

Grants from £2,500 to £25,000 to renovate or repurpose a vacant space in Belfast city centre and further across the wider council boundary, including arterial routes into the city.

Helping Northern Ireland businesses connect through high profile networking events, connections and forums

Technical expertise, training and advice specific to the needs of companies trading from and with Northern Ireland

Workshops, mentoring, best practice visits and support at exhibitions for agri-food businesses

Business diagnostic plus signposting to further support.

Help for setting up a new social enterprise or co-operative including advice, networking opportunities, coaching and workshops

The Food Heartland Forum is a networking opportunity for agri-food and drink producers and hospitality providers based in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area.

The Back in Business rate support scheme offers businesses a 50% rates discount for up to two years if they occupy a vacant retail unit