The Oxford Real Farming Conference 2025 offered a timely reminder of the role that biodynamic farming plays in the future of agriculture. This year’s enthusiasm for biodynamic methods, research and the Biodynamic Land Trust, demonstrated by vibrant discussions and packed sessions, highlights a growing recognition of the need to work in harmony with nature to…Continue reading The Vital Role of Biodynamic Farming in the Future of Agriculture
Springham Farm, near Hailsham in East Sussex, was acquired by the Biodynamic Land Trust in December 2020 through a generous benefactor. New tenants Springham Grove LLP have exciting plans for the future of this 229-acre holding. They aim to create an inspiring, regenerative, biodynamic farm for the mutual benefit of humans and nature that can…Continue reading Springham Farm
What does food mean to you? The cultural aspect of food plays an important role in diet. The National Food Strategy: Part One report published in July notes that in the UK we do not put as high a value on food and cooking as our continental neighbours. However, it indicates that the recent lockdown…Continue reading Stewardship of the soil
In 2019 in the UK only 2.7% of agricultural holdings were farmed organically and of these only 1% biodynamically. Biodynamics is a holistic, sustainable and enhanced form of organic farming which: seeks to maximize the health and vitality of soil, food and people, sees the farm as a self-maintaining flourishing ecosystem composed of many elements,…Continue reading Supporting UK Biodynamic Farmers
