Three regular HCF summer crops burst onto our list of available produce this week. Find out more about the broad beans, pattypans, and fennel.
Herbilicious!
Our herb garden is flourishing. As well as favourites like rosemary, thyme, and chives, we grow some less well-known herbs. These are hard to find in shops so it's well worth picking some to try next time you're at the farm.
Weather, watering and crops – using water wisely
Andrew Ross explains how much water our crops need in warm weather - possibly much more than you thought!
Worming our way into soil health
Andrew Ross organises regular surveys of earthworms in our soil at Highbridge Community Farm. He explains why we do these surveys and what we learn.
Community farming Down Under
On a recent trip to New Zealand, Julie and Andrew visited some local community gardens. Read what they found - and how much connects us from one side of the world to another.
The power of seaweed
UK coastal communities have a long tradition of wild harvesting of seaweed for food. But its potential reaches far further than this.
Getting to know our neighbours: Highbridge Conservation Group
The fields that we use for Highbridge Community Farm are next to some historic water meadows and a Site of Special Scientific Interest, also owned by our landlord. Lyndsey runs Highbridge Conservation Group and explains how it came about and how you can find out more.