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Stories, Tips & Traditions

Practical tips, real experiences, and traditions rooted in farming life.

Finding Real Cheese in UK Farm Shops and Markets

Everything you need to know about finding real farmhouse cheese in the UK. This covers what to look for, where to buy directly from producers, and how seasonal farming shapes the cheese you eat.

A Growing Journey: How to Grow Lemon balm

lemon balm is one of the easiest herbs you can grow in a British garden, yet it remains surprisingly underused considering it’s one of the most consistent herbs.

Timing Makes All the Difference: Cherokee Purple Tomato Growing

The purple tomato variety originated in Tennessee, where summers are reliably hot and humid, conditions we can’t count on in Britain without some intervention. Success comes down to understanding that these plants demand patience, proper scheduling, and realistic expectations about when you’ll harvest.

British Pick Your Own Strawberries Guide to PYO Operations

Pick your own operations are something that really brings your communities together but PYO is something that really needs taking into consideration.

How to Stop Cabbage Moths Ruining Your Brassicas

Cabbage moths are a massive problem for brassicas and pest control becomes one of the most important aspects of food preservation after you have your growing schedule sorted.

Balcony Gardening: Grow Food in Small Outdoor Spaces

Discover how to grow food on your balcony, whatever the size or aspect. Practical advice on containers, watering, crop choices and making the most of small outdoor spaces.