There is a new tractor at the farm and we are prepared to have some big adventures with him. One of the big problems with my little farm boys is when they want to inevitably go to bed with their toy tractor. I dread such nights because I know I will be getting up to … [Read more…]
It’s not just your garden that needs pollinators, it’s the world as a whole! Without pollinators – and that actually includes wasps – there’d be far fewer fruits and vegetables and the food chain would be in serious danger. When bees scope out your garden, they’re looking for two things: Nectar, as it’s full of … [Read more…]
I read a post in a blogging group recently about supermarkets selling pumpkins and squashes for as little as 39p. The bloggers were innocently sharing this just in case anyone wanted a few for props for their Instagram feeds and blog posts. I am as excited as the next blogger about cute things to put … [Read more…]
I have been following Maura McElhone for a while on Twitter and her blog, Falling for a Farmer and I love reading her blog posts. She has a lovely way with words and, when I found out she was having her first book published, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on it. Due to … [Read more…]
If you have little ones interested in farming, you will no doubt have heard of Tractor Ted-the little green tractor who finds himself on real farm adventures. With catchy songs and an educational and fun theme to them, they are a huge hit at our farm but who is behind the idea? Meet Alexandra Heard. … [Read more…]
Although you may have graduated and are qualified to work as a veterinary scientist, it’s worth remembering that your degree can also open many alternative career paths for you. Gaining entry to veterinary school is increasingly difficult, let alone all of the work that you need to put in if you want a good pass … [Read more…]
A is for arable. Farming isn’t all about animals. B is for bales-hay, straw, silage, most farms have them stacked up somewhere. C is for cows-whether for dairy or beef. D is for dogs. No farm is complete without some kind of canine running around. E is for equine. Years ago, horses did all of … [Read more…]
It’s British Food Fortnight and there are some exciting additions to this year’s celebrations. Now in its 16th year British Food Fortnight, runs from 22 Sept-7 Oct 2018. This year the Fortnight is poised to garner even greater support as hundreds of events in towns and villages, schools, shops, pubs, restaurants, hospitals and communities all … [Read more…]
Rachel Billington is a dairy farmers daughter and has recently become a dairy farmers wife. She has always been interested in food and farming and loved baking and cooking from a young age and helping her dad on the farm. When she left school, she says she knew that she wanted to work in either … [Read more…]
I can bleat on about how much I love Zoflora for hours days. It really is the most versatile cleaning product I have found. While many people love the stuff, it is on the farm that it really comes into its own. Farm life can be very mucky-for everyone, human and animal alike. You need … [Read more…]
