Some weeks ago environmental activist and Guardian columnist George Monbiot spoke out once again about the damaging role of livestock on the planet’s resources, destruction of landscapes, habitats and ecosystems. Time again we hear Monbiot frame livestock in this way, only this time it’s a direct attack on organic, pasture-fed ruminants and concurrently the Agroecology…Continue reading Letters of urgency in response to Monbiot’s one-sided arguments on the role of livestock and climate changE
Another year rolls around so quickly. Once again we’re delighted to announce our upcoming Family of Farms Day with AGM on 1st October 9.00-17.00 at Springham Grove in East Sussex. This will be an informative day on the activities of the Biodynamic Land Trust and 5 of our farms’ approaches to the Farm Organism and…Continue reading Discover, Learn and Develop your understanding of Biodynamic farms : Family of Farms and On-Farm Days Sept-Nov 2022
“Learning to heal from and connect with the land” In June, we at the Biodynamic Land Trust had the opportunity to visit the team at the Apricot Centre@Huxhams Cross Farm in Dartington. The day was a celebration for Land Trust shareholders and investors who have supported and enabled this farm to transform from just a few fields…Continue reading Making the case for a UK transition to Regenerative Agriculture – Huxham’s Cross Farm
Levels of Investment at an Emotional, Professional and Financial Level Renting – At a horticulture level it’s much easier to find land to rent than to buy. There are some key principles to have in mind when it comes to searching for land to rent. First, it’s important to think in terms of security. Is…Continue reading Buying versus Renting Land: pros & cons
