Farming

Well that has been a whirlwind of a month gone by in a flash, Festival season well under way, the big one and the smaller but just as buzzing one, Groundswell, where we spent 3 days experiencing a real sense of hope. It was so encouraging to witness so many people and not just farmers out there that actually understand the regeneration of the globe is essential.  When the lightbulb moment happens it appears so simple that by adopting REGENERATIVE FARMING PRACTICES IT PUTS CARBON BACK INTO THE SOIL –  HEALTHIER FOR THE PLANET, FOR THE ANIMALS AND FOR YOU! The discussions ranged from topics …

I write this on Father’s Day as i reflect on life and the last 15 years of having children, it makes you realise how important family and friends are to ones happiness and wellbeing.  It has been a journey of discovery over the years and such a fulfilling experience, I know I am far from a perfect parent, but I have a core understanding of how my state will directly influence my children. As a family we have our routine, our daily meal around the kitchen table, sharing and talking about the things that have made the day special. On a personal note I have become more and more fascinated wi …

Wow another month passed by in a blink, yet again the wettest on record but finally I sit writing this basked in sunshine, thank goodness it has finally arrived. We have managed to get some crops in the ground and some grass seed scattered. The cows and pigs are now all out and about which is a huge relief and a wonderful site to see them in their natural environment roaming the fields and munching on that green green grass. When I first released The Story in 2006, I had no idea it would be so hard starting an organic meat box business. Back then I believed the world would covert to more organ …

I was hoping to write this months update with news of spring sunshine and glorious grass growth for the new born calves to be put out to pasture. Alas it is still raining and very much impossible to even think about livestock returning to the farm fields. We have some pigs out doing their job of minimum tillage to the arable rotational land, ready to plant in the Spring but apart from that Herons Green Farm on the other side of the lake is still under siege. Tip of the month: With Easter already over I wanted to share some interesting information and a few tips for Easter including a recipe for …

Another month of biblical rainfall demonstrates the significance of soil health in the face of this exceptional period of time. This year with my ambition to become a better advocate for regenerative farming I will be focusing on evidencing the efficacy of interventions that deliver on improved soil health and compaction. I have been working hard and joining my children on their journey of learning as I took myself back to school to take part in a Soil Advocate Training course, I have found it fascinating and an extremely comprehensive introduction to regeneration. I hope that what I have learn …

Can you believe that the first month of 2024 is already over? Well, time flies when you are having fun, doesn’t it? Speaking of which, The Story can promise you lots of great tasting beef and pork from our farm.  As you know, you’re not just getting great food but also products that we believe is building a landscape that holds more biological diversity and more carbon.   I made a promise or a new years resolution to become a better advocate for farming and therefore i’m trying to write more, be more social, meet more people and run better healthier lifestyle and businesses. During t …

It’s World Soil Day on 5th December –   a day dedicated to focusing attention on the importance of healthy soil and advocating for the sustainable management of soil resources. Our focus on soil “where food begins”, aims to raise awareness of the importance of maintaining healthy ecosystems and human well-being by addressing the growing challenges in soil management, increasing soil awareness and encouraging societies to improve soil health. Did you know that there are more living organisms in a tablespoon of soil than people on Earth? Soil is a world made up of organisms, …

We have some exciting news – we are now partnered with Puxton Farm Shop and Butchers ! This strategic alliance brings together the creativity and expertise of The Story Group with the quality and tradition of Puxton Park Butchers. This partnership means Puxton Park will now be providing their customers with premium meat sourced and reared in the most sustainable way possible. We’re very excited for this new partnership! Keep an eye out for news and offers from Puxton Park! …

This time of year is great, all the panic about no grass for the livestock and too much rain seems a distant memory.  The sun is shining, I am sitting at home in a a field amongst the long grass and I am full of love and hope. I certainly have moments when it feels like we are fighting a hopeless battle with my journey with food and farming and it’s events like Fire in your Soul, which give strength for these moments. Since then I have not met this many old and new friends all doing the very best they can to avoid the looming climate collapse. There is too many people to thank for a very sp …

Spring has sprung in the Chew Valley. With the grass starting to grow thank goodness, it’s time to plan out the grazing season. It feels like the latest we have ever let cows out but the sight of letting them loose and seeing them all run wild, kicking their back legs up with such joyous enthusiasm never fails to bring a little joy to your own heart. This week we celebrate Earth Day and we’re bringing you stories of hope, connection, resilience and regeneration, just as Mother Nature would want it. As stewards of our grasslands, we know how critical these landscapes are for maintaining a he …