Harper Adams University - Prospectus 2024

Rural PropertyManagement student GarethWilliams became interested in how farms handle plasticwastewhile hewas on his industrial placement year with the Environment Agency – and examined the topic further for his dissertation. “Many tons of plasticwaste are generated by UK agriculture each year in the formof mulches, fertiliser containers, feed bags, and silage wraps, to name a few...farmers have tomake tough decisions based on cost and recycling is often not themost cost-effective method of disposal. This study seeks to determinewhat steps could be taken tomake recycling amore viable option for farmers and subsequently boost sustainability in the agricultural sector,” he said. Read the full story. GarethWilliams Rural Property Management is the ideal route for those keen to specialise in the property side of rural asset management. You could manage anything from the care of historic buildings to new developments in the countryside (or where town meets country) and the management of agricultural, residential and commercial tenancies. You will cover aspects of: • Law • Valuation • Construction •Taxation • Property Development • Sustainable Energy • Conservation and more Rural PropertyManagement graduates are likely to progress to positions in the management of property, estates and land, often within a firm of chartered surveyors specialising in this work - or in some instances as a resident agent on a larger estate. Rural Property Management About HARPER.AC.UK | 45