In a world grappling with food insecurity, climate and environmental challenges, and economic inequality, the concepts of food sovereignty and rural resilience have become critical to ensuring more just and sustainable food systems. Food sovereignty, the right of people to define their own food and agriculture systems, has emerged as a framework that empowers small-scale…Continue reading Strengthening Food Sovereignty Efforts to Build Rural Food and Farming Resilience
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
Succession in farming is often misunderstood as simply passing on land from one generation to the next, however, like modern day farming challenges, succession is far more nuanced and is increasingly becoming a topic that is at the heart of the future farm viability. Succession at our Land Trust Family of Farms day this September…Continue reading A Farming Future: Creative Pathways for Succession and Resilience
As I walked into the Oxford Town Hall for the opening plenary of the Oxford Real Farming Conference earlier this month, the air was charged with a palpable sense of urgency and hope. The conference, a gathering of minds committed to sustainable and ecological farming practices, provided an intimate platform to share experiences, insights, and…Continue reading ORFC 2024: Finding the right Successor for your Land & Opportunities for New Entrants for a Resilient Farm Future
