Build a more profitable, resilient business with expert support and practical know-how from like minded people
Why Join the Sheep & Beef Discussion Group?
This group is for sheep, and beef enterprises who want to:
Grow more grass and manage grazing with confidence
Reduce cost of production and smooth cashflow
Make better, quicker decisions with facts, not guesswork
Learn alongside like-minded farmers who are pushing on, not standing still
By being part of the group our members have:
Grown and utilised more grass
Increased productivity
Reduced reliance on inputs
Made proactive decisions during periods of challenging weather to protect profit
It’s a positive group, built around helping you run a profitable, enjoyable, grass-based business.
The 2026 programme starts on 22nd January - Join Now!
What Members Say
What You’ll Get From 12 Months in the Group
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Increase stock performance and productivity
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Grow and utilise more grass
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Reduce input costs and increase profit
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Make clearer, more confident decisions
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Chat with like minded farmers who don't think your nuts (for wanting to manage your grazing!)
How the Discussion Group Works
The group combines online technical sessions, on-farm meetings and ongoing support.
Online Technical Sessions
(Supporter & Team)
Online sessions focused on improving margins through better grazing and use of forage. Real farm examples, experienced farmers and expert speakers. Miss a session? Sessions are Recorded!
Regional On-Farm Meetings
(Team Members only)
Three on-farm days each year, held in 5 regions hosted by group members. Honest, practical discussion with other farmers in the field to see management impacts first hand.
WhatsApp Support Groups
Stay connected between meetings through dedicated WhatsApp groups for Sheep, Suckler Beef, and Dairy Beef. Quick questions answered, successes and failures AKA “learning opportunities” shared, support when decisions need to be made — a very valuable part of membership!
Members’ Area
Exclusive online hub with practical tools you’ll actually use. This includes grazing and feed budgets, simple cashflow and management account templates, how-to guides, and a growing video library of past meetings and field days.
Discounts & Exclusive Access
Members receive exclusive discounts with Progressive Farming Company on electric fencing, mobile troughs, and plate meters. You’ll also get priority access to One-to-One Farm Business Consultancy Services.
National Field Day – September 2026
To celebrate 10 years of Precision Grazing, members are invited to a National Field Day in September 2026. Expect field demos, a farm walk, and farmer-led discussion. Members get priority access and discounted tickets.
The 2026 Programme – Outline
The exact topics are adjusted to the season, but the 2026 year will broadly include:
January - Online Kick-off Meetings; “What is Precision Grazing”, “Grazing System Design”
February - Regional On-Farm Meeting, Grazing infrastructure - Grazing plan for the season
March & April - Online Technical Session - Spring grazing management / Value of on-farm trials
May - Online Technical Sessions - Tactics for dry/wet weather management
June - Regional On-Farm Meeting - Focus on herbal ley management
July - Online Technical Session - Low cost winter options; differed grazing and bale grazing
August - Holidays (121 support available)
September - National Field Day - 10 Years of Precision Grazing | Online Technical Session - Field Day De-brief
October - Online Technical Session - Autumn Grazing Management
November - Regional On-Farm Meeting - Wintering systems in action
December - Online Technical Session - Review of the year, learnings from members, Plans for 2027
Membership Options for 2026
Supporter (Online Only) - £150 + VAT (Per Person)
For farmers who want to plug into the knowledge, sharpen decisions and use the group from their own yard or office.
You get:
All online technical meetings (live + recordings)
Access to the Members Area
Access to the enterprise-specific WhatsApp groups
Option to add Precision Grazier and Precision Profit (see below)
Access to one-to-one consultancy with the PG team on a paid basis
Exclusive Discount with Progressive Farming Company – Save on fencing and water equipment.
For farmers who want the full experience – online support plus on-farm learning and more direct contact with the PG team.
You get everything in Supporter, plus:
3x Regional On-Farm Meetings
Access for up to 2 people per business
1x Quality Precision Grazing Branded Work Top
Precision Profit – Step 1 - Plan for Profit Included (see details below)
Team Member - £475 + VAT (Per Business)
Add-on Programmes
These sit alongside the Discussion Group for members who want to grow their business through more support and accountability.
Precision Grazier – £220 + VAT
Grazed pasture is the cheapest feed for livestock. This programme provides support to measure pasture and manage grazing rotations to increase production. Best suited to Team and Supporter members who know the grazing is a big lever in their business and are ready to use it.
You’ll get:
Help setting up or reviewing your farm in pasture management software (e.g. Agrinet)
Clear grazing policy and targets for the season
Accountability to measure pasture regularly
Monthly online meetings (Feb–Oct, excluding August) to review data, compare with other farms and make decisions
Expert insight from experienced pasture managers
Focus on: pasture covers, growth rates, stocking rate, rotation length, utilisation and feed planning
You’ll need:
Access to a plate meter or method of measuring pasture
Commitment to measure at least monthly (ideally weekly in season)
Precision Profit – Turn The Plan into Profit
High sheep and beef prices are providing a big opportunity - are you planning to make a profit? Precision Profit programme is about creating a simple, workable budget that you own and update through the year to ensure the money stays in your pocket!
Step 1: Plan for Profit
Included with Team membership / Supporter members can add for £75 + VAT (Per Person).
In Plan for Profit we work with you to:
Build a management budget for the next 12 months
Map out a realistic cashflow
Identify your pressure points – where cash gets tight and what options you have
You’ll walk away with:
A working budget and cashflow
A clearer view of how to improve profitability
A plan for the year that supports your goals
Precision Profit – Step 2: Stay on Track
Optional upgrade for TEAM and Supporter members £800+VAT
This programme is for members who recognise the opportunity and want accountability throughout the year to make meaningful change. You don’t want the plan to sit in a folder and collect dust.
In Stay on Track you’ll join a small group (typically 6–8 businesses) and:
Benchmark key financial and production figures against other businesses in the group
Create a personal and business development plans
Meet quarterly online to compare actual vs budget
Update your development plan and agree clear next actions
Spot problems early – while there’s still time to adjust
Share what’s working (and what isn’t) with other like-minded businesses
What you gain:
Accountability to do the financial admin you know you should be doing
Confidence to make timely decisions on stocking, spending and investment
A much better handle on where the business is actually heading
Reduce stress and improve communication with business partners and team
Which Option is Right for You?
“I’m new to Precision Grazing and want to try it.”
→ Start as a Supporter. Join the online meetings, get into the WhatsApp groups, and add Precision Grazier if you’re ready to measure grass.
“I want the full package – on-farm days, business support and a proper network.”
→ Go for Team Member. You’ll get online and on-farm learning plus Precision Profit - Step 1: Plan for Profit included.“Our grazing is okay, but I know it could be better.”
→ Add Precision Grazier to either membership.“We really need to sharpen up our financial planning.”
→ Join as Team Member, make use of Precision Profit – Step 1: Plan for Profit, and add Step 2: Stay on Track - for full accountability.
If you’re unsure, start with Team Member – it gives maximum contact and flexibility.
| Feature | Supporter Membership | Team Membership |
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| Virtual Technical Meetings |  |
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| Dedicated WhatsApp Groups | |
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| Member Website Access to Tools, Templates and Guides | |
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| Discount on Equipment with Progressive Farming Company | |
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| Access to join Precision Grazier & Precision Profit Programmes | |
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| Access to Farm Business Consultancy Services | |
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| Access for two people | |
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| Regional On-Farm Meetings | |
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| Precision Grazing Work Fleece | |
FAQs
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Precision Grazing is a community of forward-thinking sheep and beef farmers dedicated to advancing their knowledge, sharing experiences, and collectively improving grazing practices. It’s an online and in-person space where members can connect, learn, and grow.
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Sheep, suckler beef and dairy-beef enterprises across the UK, from early adopters of rotational grazing to farmers just getting started. The common link is an interest in grass, stock and business performance.
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Rough guide:
1–2 hours per online meeting
3–5 hours per on-farm day (plus travel)
Precision Grazier: measuring pasture monthly/weekly in season
Precision Profit: a few hours to build the budget, then 2-3 hours per month to update ahead of quarterly reviews
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Programme with all meeting dates is shared on sign-up. As a Guide: Programme starts on 22nd Janaury 2026 7:30-9pm. After that Online Technical Sessions normally held 2nd Thursday of the month 12:30-1:30pm. (March - May, July, Sept, Oct & December). On-Farm Regional Meetings (TEAM Members only) held in February, June and November. Normally 10:30am - 3pm
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Online Technical Session hosted on Zoom. Regional On-Farm Meetings hosted by members and locations chosen to support fair and equal traveling distance for everyone in the region. See map of Members below. Members can always attend the closet meeting even if it is in a different region.
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No. The Discussion Group itself doesn’t require it. If you join Precision Grazier, we’ll help you get set up and going.
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Yes. Team Membership includes access for up to 2 people from the same business for on-farm meetings.
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No. You’ll get the most value if you attend regularly, but all online technical meetings are recorded and stored in the Members Area. On-farm dates are given well in advance.
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Yes. Financial and personal information shared in small groups is under a Chatham House-style rule – what is shared in the group stays in the group.
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Yes, subject to availability in on-farm groups and add-on programmes. It’s usually best to decide early so we can plan group sizes properly.
Ready to Join?
If you want:
Better grazing
Lower cost of production
Clearer business decisions
Support from a team and a network that care about the same things you do
…then joining the Discussion Group is definitely for you!
Members Map
See where our current members are located!
