CODD Crisis: Battling Contagious Diseases in Livestock
What a week, tackling an outbreak of foot infection in the flock
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Secrets of the Bilberry: From Hilltop Harvest to Luxury Skincare
Bilberries are now an overlooked and underappreciated British wild food - but they have a long history of use in everything from dyeing cloth to posh skincare.
Hard Lessons: Embracing Failure as a Hunter
Hunting isn't always about tales of the perfect shot. Sometimes, it’s about the moments that go horribly wrong—the ones that leave you questioning everything. These are the stories we rarely tell, but they’re the ones that teach us the most.
UK Food Security: Be prepared, but please don't panic
Despite so much talk about threats to our food security, UK self-sufficiency remains pretty constant. In fact, we're doing OK. Is it time to look on the bright side?
On Your Farm: Bringing Agriculture to Life on Air for 60 Years
On Your Farm is a blast of fresh country air that’s been broadcast every Sunday on Radio 4 for six decades
Summer Shows: A Taste of Rural Tradition and Community
With the conclusion of show season, I consider the valuable role rural shows play for individuals and communities
Why am I so Obsessed with Chickens?
My growing obsession with poultry is becoming a problem, but how did it all begin, and where will it end?
Tigger the Terracan: From Farm Workhorse to Retirement Riddle
My faithful farm truck sits in the yard, not exactly sure how it is supposed to spend its days - or justify its hefty running costs. What's the future for such a loyal beast?
The Unintended Consequences of a Move to Regenerative Farming
Savills' 2024 Virtual Farm paints an encouraging picture of farm finances under regenerative management. In this article I discuss what the model tells us about farm business models of the future, and ask how desirable such a shift really is.
Grouse Prices Soaring: Prepare for Luxury Dining Changes
The impact of a poor grouse season means that we won't see as many birds on restaurant menus.
A year in the life of a huntsman – and a foxhound
The life of a huntsman can sound idyllic – but life in kennels is tougher than it might look
Into the Wild: Quail Hunts, Verdant Valleys, and Hidden Graves
We pay a high price for the privilege of getting lost in the back country - but is it worth it?