With big changes ahead in agricultural policy we are focusing on our 'Natural Capital' and wondering what we might get paid for as the current system fades away.
Fortunately we have spent several decades planting extensive hedgerows and abandoning field corners and strips to nature. Our wetlands are in similarly good shape.
One of the benefits of a family farm is the generational approach. Many projects and natural systems need long term continuity.
Having been here for 120 years now some of these will soon be approaching fruition.
Hedges are now cut much less frequently. A big hedge is healthier and better for wildlife.
Unfortunately this can mean it gets out of reach of a standard hedge cutter.
This was our solution this year. Tracks also meant less damage to the waterlogged field