#Fool’sSpring

Wow 2023 already feels like it is flying by. It has been a very busy start to the year.

I was lucky enough to be able to attend the Oxford Farming Conference. Which hosted some inspirational speakers. Samantha Kinghorn MBE, the Double Paralympic Medallist was hugely inspiring in how she has adapted to life changing injuries. Also, getting the opportunity the personally meet HRH, The Princess Royal, Princess Anne was a memorable moment that will stay with me forever. Having the opportunity to talk to her about farming and The Dandelion Hideway was very surreal. 

Upon my return, the farming excursions continued, with a trip to Hannover, with the National Farmers Union Crops Board. We visited Saatan Union, who are working at plant breeding. This is utilised by farmers all over the world to grow the best yielding and quality plants we can. This is working towards making wheat more efficient to grow for example. A hugely inspiring trip. 

February started with Rorys 25th birthday, which was “celebrated” by watching England lose to Scotland. Rory and I went to visit George Sly at Horizon Agriculure in Spalding, to look at new concepts in terms of wheat and maize establishment. Some exciting concepts to look forward to trying in the future……watch this space!!!.

Meanwhile on the farm, the first dose of fertiliser has gone on to the wheat crops. A very little amount, just to ensure the crop gets away as soon as it is able to as the spring like weather greats us. Maybe a fool’s spring, but who knows!! 

We love having the opportunity to show our guests the farm, and we are willing to show you everything that you would like to see, so please get in touch if you have any questions or if there is anything you would specifically like to see throughout your stay with us!!