Beekeeping is a fascinating hobby that not only provides sweet, delicious honey but also helps pollinate plants and supports the ecosystem. In England, beekeeping has a rich history dating back to ancient times, and continues to be a popular activity for many hobbyists and professionals alike. If you’re interested in keeping bees, here’s a guide to get you started.

Dandelions are often seen as an annoying weed that we try to get rid of from our gardens and lawns. However, dandelions actually have numerous health benefits and can be a valuable addition to any vegetable garden.

Keeping chickens has become a popular trend among people who want to have a sustainable source of fresh eggs, as well as a friendly and low-maintenance pet. However, raising chickens is more than just having a coop and a few birds in your garden. To ensure the health and well-being of your chickens, you need to provide them with proper housing, feed, and care. In this comprehensive guide, we will cover everything you need to know about raising chickens, including housing, different breeds, food options, health problems, budget tips, why you should keep chickens, and raising chicks.

Mixed farming is a practice that has been around for centuries, and it involves growing crops and raising livestock on the same piece of land. This approach offers a wide range of benefits for both farmers and the community. In this article, we’ll take a closer look at the benefits of mixed farming, why farmers should consider it, how they can start implementing it, and the benefits it offers for wildlife.

Growing your own strawberries can be a delicious and rewarding experience. With a bit of preparation and care, you can enjoy sweet and juicy berries all summer long. Here are some tips and tricks for growing strawberries..

John Metcalf discusses the concept of seeds being used as a currency form in bartering and trading.

Mulching is a simple yet effective gardening technique that can provide numerous benefits to your plants and soil. Mulch is a layer of organic material like leaves, grass clippings, or wood chips that is placed on top of the soil around your plants. Here are some of the key benefits of mulching..

A beginner's guide to building a compost heap, with top tips, budget ideas, and a step by step process.

Some growing tips for Autumn time in Australia, from a PFFA supporter.

A short guide on some top tips and key focus points for when setting up a community food growing project in your local area.

Looking after our soil is one of the key focuses when considering growing plants, John Metcalf takes a look into soil health and regeneration.

The importance of children in the Grow Your Own Movement, how we can encourage them to get involved in growing & gardening & why it is important to get them involved.

‘Permaculture’, meaning Permanent Agriculture, is a solution to the destructive methods of industrialised agriculture. The ethics of Earth Care, People Care and Future Care form the foundations of the design principles. Bill Mollison, the man who coined the term ‘Permaculture’ (along with David Holmgren), after observing ancient cultures of the planet, created a set of ethics and principles in the 1970s that have been adapted over the years.

“Whatever happens to seed affects the web of life.”

—Vandana Shiva

I think we can all agree. The common or garden slug is a problem. If you want to grow organically in your garden, it is even more of a problem.

A short blog providing tips on preparing your soil for growing. This includes when & how to dig & caring for your tools.

Harvesting is such a satisfying time when growers can be rewarded with efforts put into growing their crops. Therefore, it is important to consider storing appropriately in order to keep them for as long as possible at their best.

Auxilliary insects and small animals, also called helpers, can improve crops even when they may commonly be known as pests.

Keeping pigs is easy and profitable. Pigs are adapted to a variety of climates, and raised throughout the world. It’s an easy and profitable business. 

Part four of our overwintering series - keeping cattle safe over winter - a lot depends on the kind of barn you have..