Farming Blog
Have you thought about getting into farming?
In this week's blog we look at some of the more traditional ways in which people have become part of the farming community.
Will the farmers’ strike ignite a move to buying directly from local farm shops?
Mark Byford, the bowler hat farmer, calls on consumers to support their local farmers by shopping directly with them in the run up to Christmas.
Too much red tape leaves farmers ‘hanging’.
PFFA were contacted by Clem Jackson, an organic farmer in Devon, about difficulties with obtaining planning permission. It's almost as if they don't want farmers to be more efficient. Read his story below.
Under the Udder – my conventional dairy farm milking experience
A PFFA volunteer tells us about her time milking the cows at a dairy farm. Do you have a story to share? Send it to us at info@the-pffa.org
Life in Lincolnshire – More Farms More Food
The importance of grow your own and supporting our local farmers. A report from Lincolnshire, reposted from catspunkystuff.com
Farm Visit – Eye Opener
It's not until you visit a UK farm that you realise how difficult it is for farmers to meet all the requirements and make a living from the land.
