Financial Modelling Tool for Farmers
As a farmer, it’s important to understand how your cash flow can change throughout the year and when to make key decisions. Brixx offers the financial tools to help you get the insights you need, allowing you to plan budgets, manage resources wisely, and keep your farming operations running smoothly.
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We are working on creating this template in Brixx. Although it isn’t available just yet, you can follow the guidance below to help get started. If you need any further assistance, don’t hesitate to get in touch – we’re here to help!
Project Setup
- Project name: Harvest Acres Farming Business
- Time period: Monthly (capturing seasonal fluctuations in income and costs)
Income Components
- Component: Crop Sales
- Sub-components:
- Wheat & Grains (£5,000 per harvest, 2 harvests per year)
- Fruits & Vegetables (£3,000/month, higher in summer)
- Organic Produce Premium Pricing (£1,500/month, seasonal spikes)
- Sub-components:
- Component: Livestock Sales
- Sub-components:
- Meat Production (Beef, Poultry) (£7,500 per quarter)
- Dairy Products (Milk, Cheese) (£4,000/month)
- Egg Sales (£800/month)
- Sub-components:
- Component: Agritourism & Events
- Sub-components:
- Farm Tours & Educational Workshops (£500/event, 3 events per month)
- Seasonal Events (Pumpkin Patch, Christmas Tree Sales) (£10,000 total in October-December)
- Sub-components:
Expenditure Components
- Component: Operational Costs
- Sub-components:
- Feed & Animal Care (£2,000/month)
- Seeds & Fertilizers (£1,500/month)
- Fuel & Machinery Maintenance (£1,200/month)
- Labour Costs (£6,000/month for farmhands)
- Irrigation & Utilities (£700/month)
- Sub-components:
- Component: Administrative Costs
- Sub-components:
- Farm Insurance (£300/month)
- Marketing & Sales (£400/month for social media, local ads)
- Accounting & Software (£100/month, could include Brixx!)
- Sub-components:
- Component: Seasonal Costs
- Sub-components:
- Extra Harvest Labour (£5,000 per harvest season)
- Winter Animal Feed Storage (£2,500 in autumn)
- Sub-components:
Asset Components
- Component: Fixed Assets
- Sub-components:
- Tractors & Machinery (£50,000, depreciated over 10 years)
- Barns & Silos (£100,000, depreciated over 20 years)
- Greenhouses (£20,000, depreciated over 10 years)
- Farm Vehicles (Pickups, ATVs) (£25,000, depreciated over 5 years)
- Sub-components:
- Component: Current Assets
- Sub-components:
- Inventory (Feed, Seeds, Fertilizers) (£5,000)
- Cash Reserves (£10,000 starting balance)
- Accounts Receivable (£2,500/month)
- Sub-components:
Funding Components
- Component: Loans & Credit
- Sub-components:
- Business Loan for Land & Equipment (£200,000 at 6% interest, 15-year term)
- Line of Credit for Seasonal Expenses (£10,000 limit)
- Sub-components:
- Component: Personal Investment
- Sub-components:
- Initial Owner Capital (£30,000)
- Sub-components:
- Component: Government Grants
- Sub-components:
- Renewable Energy Grant (Solar Panels for Farm) (£10,000, one-time)
- Sub-components:
Scenario Planning in Brixx
- Seasonal Revenue Fluctuations:
- Model peak revenue in summer (harvest time) and dips in winter.
- Machinery Breakdown:
- Forecast emergency costs for repairs or new purchases.
- Drought or Weather Impact:
- Adjust yield and revenue to see how cash flow is affected.
- New Product Line:
- Introduce a dairy processing unit and analyse profitability.
Dashboard & Reporting
- Cash Flow Report:
- Show income spikes during harvest seasons and expenditure consistency.
- Profit & Loss Statement:
- Track total sales, operational costs, and net profit.
- Balance Sheet:
- Monitor assets (land, machinery) and liabilities (loans).
- Custom KPIs:
- Yield per acre, profit per animal, and return on farm equipment investment.
Who can use this Brixx template?
- Farm businesses
- Agricultural co-ops
- Rural enterprises
Brixx is a great tool for:
- Anyone managing a farm or agricultural business’s financial planning and budgeting
- Farm managers, accountants, or business owners overseeing funding and expenses
What are the benefits for farmers?
- The template is tailored to the farming sector, covering everything from crop or livestock costs to seasonal income and operational expenses
- Easily track cash flow, grant income, sales trends, and production costs
- Quickly analyse financial reports and projections to support decision-making and growth
- Evaluate the impact of new funding, expansion plans, or changes in input costs and market prices
- Get instant feedback when testing different scenarios like drought, price fluctuations, or new investment opportunities
Strategic forecasting in Brixx
- Planning for seasonal income fluctuations and understanding their impact on year-round sustainability
- Demonstrating financial health and farm impact for grants, loans, or supplier agreements
- Budgeting for farm operations, equipment, labour, and resource management.
Anticipating financial needs for new initiatives, crop diversification, or emergency reserves - Evaluating the effects of changing commodity prices, weather conditions, or input costs on profitability
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“Being able to run a variety of scenarios on Brixx was crucial to our first year of planning.”
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Financial planning software is an essential tool for farmers and agricultural businesses, helping you manage your finances more effectively. By forecasting income from sources like crop sales, livestock revenue, and farm subsidies, you can get a clearer picture of where your business stands. Additionally, predicting operational costs helps you make better decisions about budgeting, sustainability, and managing risks.
Being able to spot trends, adjust your strategies, and plan for financial challenges gives your farm a stronger foundation for long-term success. With over 20 years of experience in business planning and modelling, Brixx is a trusted solution that offers the tools you need to confidently navigate financial planning.
Investing in financial modelling software like Brixx helps farmers optimize their income, plan for growth, and ensure the lasting success of their business.