This Summer Quick Fix has been in the ground for two months. It will be mown and drilled with rye and vetch Over Winter Mix, providing winter cover and early grazing for the cows next spring. https://www.cotswoldseeds.com/products/2325/summer-quick-fix-mix https://www.cotswoldseeds.com/products/1042/rye-vetch-over-winter-mix FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

Emma Mills from The Kitchen Garden People, FarmED’s resident community supported agriculture growers, introduces our new Marketing Gardening course. (October 12th- 15th) Whether you want to start a market garden from scratch or are looking for ways to regenerate your existing vegetable business, this course provides the opportunity to learn all there is to market gardening. Join us for three days of inspiring talks, practical workshops, and delicious seasonal meals, all delivered by the FarmED team in collaboration with the Kitchen Garden People. @thekitchengardenpeople https://www.farm-ed.co.uk/event-details/market-gardening-from-soil-to-sales #marketgardening #veggrowers #vegetablegrowers #kitchengarden FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

Would you like to learn how to create healthy soils and resilient fields while reducing reliance on inputs, even during droughts? In this workshop, led by agroecological adviser Niels Corfield, you will learn how to apply the principles of regenerative agriculture to improve and monitor soil health on your farm for optimum crop and livestock performance. #soilhealth #regenerativeagriculture #soilfertility https://www.farm-ed.co.uk/event-details/fundamentals-of-regenerative-soil-health FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

‘Whether you are a farmer or an eater, the challenge is to grow good food and balance the need for biodiversity and planet cooling with the yield penalty.’ Ian compares our crop of heritage wheat, grown with no inputs and low carbon footprint, with the control plot of conventional wheat which yields more but also costs more. It’s the next chapter in the English breadmaking story. FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

Looking to integrate trees into your farming business this coming planting season but don’t know which trees to plant, how many, or where? Unsure about fencing, or how to market your tree products? Discover the answers to these questions and more... What are some of the benefits of agroforestry for farmers, wildlife, soil, and climate? What are the issues and challenges farmers face when designing agroforestry? How will the agroforestry design masterclass help farmers overcome these challenges? https://www.farm-ed.co.uk/event-details/agroforestry-design-masterclass-2-day-intensive FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

Would you like to be able to create healthy soils and resilient fields for arable crops while reducing reliance on inputs, even during droughts? Why is healthy soil so important for arable farming? What is meant by soil health? Can anyone regenerate soils to a healthier state? What are the principles of soil health? What will I take away from the FarmED course? https://www.farm-ed.co.uk/event-details/regenerative-soil-health-for-arable-farmers FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

From large horticultural operations to market gardens, when soil health principles are followed, they bring real results: better soil structure, healthier crops, and more consistent yields. Why is healthy soil so important for growing vegetables? What is meant by soil health? Can anyone regenerate soils to a healthier state? How can I improve soil health for my operations? What will I take away from the FarmED course? https://www.farm-ed.co.uk/event-details/regenerative-soil-health-for-horticultural-growers FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

Do you want to be able to use regenerative grazing techniques to improve soil health for more balanced and productive pastures? Why is healthy soil so important for grazing livestock? What is meant by soil health? Can anyone regenerate soils to a healthier state? How can soil be regenerated in livestock systems? What will I take away from the FarmED course? https://www.farm-ed.co.uk/event-details/regenerative-soil-health-for-graziers-livestock FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

A herbal ley is a complex seed mixture of grasses, legumes and herbs, which brings a range of benefits to forage, livestock health and soil fertility. At the end of the course you will be able to discuss the benefits of herbal leys in terms of soil, environment and animal health, resource conservation, and biodiversity enhancement. You'll also be able to understand considerations for planning a herbal ley system that is appropriate for your farming operation and how to manage it, from establishment to grazing and termination. This one day course was so popular we've scheduled another for July 13th which is also booking up fast, but there are a few places left. https://www.farm-ed.co.uk/event-details/herbal-ley-establishment-management-1 FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

‘What you are showing people and introducing them to is of such great importance in terms of regenerative agriculture and reminding people of the absolute critical importance of the health of the soil, building soil fertility, capturing carbon,’ said HRH The Prince of Wales, when he officially opened FarmED, the new centre for farm and food education, in the Cotswolds today. FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

‘What you are showing people and introducing them to is of such great importance in terms of regenerative agriculture and reminding people of the absolute critical importance of the health of the soil, building soil fertility, capturing carbon,’ said HRH The Prince of Wales, when he officially opened FarmED, the new centre for farm and food education, in the Cotswolds today. FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

Later this year, Soil expert Niels Corfield is partnering with FarmED for a series of regenerative soil health courses - for arable, livestock farmers and veg growers - and here he talks to Programme Coordinator, Edd Colbert about the importance of soil health. He explains how ‘mismanaged soil and ecosystems have created economic issues as a product of ecological decline, but the good news is that we have tangible tools to reverse this’. Niels and Edd discuss the seven principles of soil health, including aggregation or crumb structure, visual indications and ways to minimise chemical inputs and how healthy soil leads to healthy plants which are less susceptible to pests. He talks about the content of the courses and how practitioners will be shown new ways of monitoring ‘reading your land and understanding what it’s telling you,’ shifting away from lab testing and getting into the habit of simply and cheaply gathering consistent data - the basis of any regenerative approach. Niels is also partnering with us for an agroforestry design masterclass and talks about this ancient practice and how integrating trees onto farms is beneficial for soil. Find out more about the courses oor book your place https://www.farm-ed.co.uk/eventsprogramme Niels Corfield Social Media: https://twitter.com/niels_corfield https://www.facebook.com/nielscorfieldland https://www.instagram.com/niels_corfield/ FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

At FarmED we are all about soil health to gut health and everything in between, so we celebrated midsummer with a farm walk and talk, a three-course dinner using all local, seasonal, British ingredients – most of which came from our own kitchen garden - and music. Special guest Clare Hargreaves, a food critic and writer for everything from Olive to The Independent, and BBC Good Food, spends her time travelling the country talking to artisan producers and figuring out what’s the next big thing in the world of food. This year Clare has taken on a personal challenge – to consume only British food and drink for a whole year - and she came to FarmED to share her story so far, highlighting the reasons why eating locally and seasonally are so important for our health and the planet. On the menu was: Starter: Hemp roasted beetroot, honeyed walnut, Cotswold goat cheese, stoneground rye and coriander bread, lemon thyme butter Main: Seaweed crusted lamb or salt baked kohlrabi, broad beans and peas, wild garlic, ground ivy tzatziki, pilau Dessert: Elderflower and lemon verbena posset, spelt shortbread, rose geranium strawberries After dinner, guests enjoyed live music from D’Accord. We’ve got lots more events lined up over the summer, so check out our events programme on our website. FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk

FarmED is the new Centre for Farming and Food Education based at Honeydale Farm in the Cotswolds. Our mission is to accelerate the transition towards regenerative farming and sustainable food systems by providing space and opportunity for inspirational education, innovative research, practitioner-led knowledge exchange events and personal development. The farm is a diverse mix of low input arable and temporary grass, and organic permanent pasture. Our trial plots include blocks of sainfoin, herbal ley, barley, heritage wheat, wild bird seed and various cover crops. The grassland is managed by mob grazed sheep. At the heart of FarmED are two impressive eco-buildings – one providing space for conferences, lectures, workshops and special events; and the other a farm to fork kitchen and food space, and a regenerative business incubator. Our audience includes local communities, schools, universities, researchers, farmers, new entrants, foodies, businesses, environmental groups and policy makers. Our Website - https://www.farm-ed.co.uk