Farming

April is full of days I like to remember, Earth Day being one of them, 22nd April, we are proud to work alongside such dedicated and conscientious organisations like Organic Farmers & Growers, A Greener World, Pasture for Life Association and Regenerate outcomes and Understanding Ag.   One particular vision statement I would like to share is from A Greener World :-  “We envision a world where farming benefits people, animals, and the environment through integrity and transparency.” At the end the month we had Stop Food Waste Day on 30th April, where I did feel bad about picking up some not so …

As the tide has literally turned on the weather the farm feels more wet than the depths of winter.   It also raises bigger questions than shall we get the cows in early this year, it makes you worry about the future of our climate as the threat to our countryside could literally mean that we will be unable to grow crops.   It truly is a travesty that the UK government do not consider climate change as a key national security issue.   The threats to public health and food supplies are real and it will only get worse, particularly as the world is expected to soon breach the international goal of ke …

August on the Farm: Celebrating Regenerative Agriculture Through Festivals August is a vibrant time on the farm, with fields bursting with crops ready for harvest and the air filled with the buzz of life. For regenerative farmers, this month represents not only the culmination of months of careful planning and labour but also a time to celebrate the land and its bounty. The connection between August and the various festivals that occur on regenerative farms during this time is deeply rooted in traditions that honour the earth, the harvest, and the community. With this in mind, we’ve decided to f …

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 …