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We use beef cattle from our own farm in Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire. We have a regenerative, grass-based farming system that we believe is good for both the environment and animal welfare. Occasionally, we may use beef from other farms to level out our seasonal supply, but these farms will always be local and share the same values and systems.
Ingredients are everything. High quality produce is fundamental to a good quality meal, from both a flavour and health perspective.
But from a farming point of view, producing high-quality beef isn’t only about the eating quality, it’s also about the process the animal has experienced and its effect on the environment too.
We use beef cattle from our own farm in Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire. We have a regenerative, grass-based farming system that we believe is good for both the environment and animal welfare. Occasionally, we may use beef from other farms to level out our seasonal supply, but these farms will always be local and share the same values and systems.
Meat, especially beef it seems, gets a lot of criticism. Despite this, and what is often conveniently overlooked is the fact that it’s not simply ‘the cow – but the how.’ There are vast differences in production systems for all foods – be it fruit, veg or meat; each all having different positive and negative effects on the environment and the consumer.
We believe beef that is produced using regenerative methods vs other methods on show around the world can be like comparing chalk and cheese…
Regenerative Farming refers to a holistic and sustainable approach to raising cattle that aims to improve the health of the soil, biodiversity, and the ecosystem as a whole whilst producing high quality human edible protein; beef.
This method is often seen as a response to concerns about the environmental impact of conventional industrial agriculture and aims to address issues like soil degradation, deforestation, desertification, greenhouse gas emissions, and loss of biodiversity.
The key principles of regenerative beef farming typically include:
Holistic Management: This approach emphasises understanding and managing the entire ecosystem in which the cattle graze, including the soil, vegetation, and wildlife, rather than just focusing on the livestock.
Rotational Grazing: Instead of keeping cattle in one place all year round, rotational grazing involves moving them across different pastures. The method usually involves a short grazing period followed by a long rest period which aims to prevent overgrazing, allowing time for the land to recover and regenerate.
Reduced Chemical Inputs: Minimising the use of synthetic chemicals, such as pesticides and fertilisers. These are traditionally heavily used in mono-crop arable agriculture systems leading to declines in biodiversity and soil health.
Biodiversity Enhancement: Regenerative beef farming aims to enhance biodiversity on the farm, encouraging the presence of native plants, insects, birds and further wildlife. A diverse ecosystem can help create a more resilient and balanced agricultural system.
Minimal Tillage: Tilling the soil can lead to erosion and the release of carbon dioxide. Regenerative beef farming practices often involve minimal or no-till methods to improve soil health and carbon sequestration.
Manure: Cow manure is a natural organic fertiliser containing all the nutrients the soil needs. Nature has got her supply chain covered; the soil feeds the plants which feeds the cow which then feeds the soil (and us).
Animal Welfare: Ethical treatment of animals is a crucial component of regenerative beef farming. Providing cattle with access to open pastures, clean water, and a low-stress environment is fundamental.
By adopting these practices, regenerative beef farming aims to rebuild healthy, productive soils, sequester carbon in the ground, enhance ecosystems, and promote sustainable cattle production.
Ingredients are everything. High quality produce is fundamental to a good quality meal, from both a flavour and health perspective.
But from a farming point of view, producing high-quality beef isn’t only about the eating quality, it’s also about the process the animal has experienced and its effect on the environment too.
We use beef cattle from our own farm in Slaithwaite, West Yorkshire. We have a regenerative, grass-based farming system that we believe is good for both the environment and animal welfare. Occasionally, we may use beef from other farms to level out our seasonal supply, but these farms will always be local and share the same values and systems.
Meat, especially beef it seems, gets a lot of criticism. Despite this, and what is often conveniently overlooked is the fact that it’s not simply ‘the cow – but the how.’ There are vast differences in production systems for all foods – be it fruit, veg or meat; each all having different positive and negative effects on the environment and the consumer.
We believe beef that is produced using regenerative methods vs other methods on show around the world can be like comparing chalk and cheese…
Regenerative Farming refers to a holistic and sustainable approach to raising cattle that aims to improve the health of the soil, biodiversity, and the ecosystem as a whole whilst producing high quality human edible protein; beef.
This method is often seen as a response to concerns about the environmental impact of conventional industrial agriculture and aims to address issues like soil degradation, deforestation, desertification, greenhouse gas emissions, and loss of biodiversity.
The key principles of regenerative beef farming typically include:
Holistic Management: This approach emphasises understanding and managing the entire ecosystem in which the cattle graze, including the soil, vegetation, and wildlife, rather than just focusing on the livestock.
Rotational Grazing: Instead of keeping cattle in one place all year round, rotational grazing involves moving them across different pastures. The method usually involves a short grazing period followed by a long rest period which aims to prevent overgrazing, allowing time for the land to recover and regenerate.
Reduced Chemical Inputs: Minimising the use of synthetic chemicals, such as pesticides and fertilisers. These are traditionally heavily used in mono-crop arable agriculture systems leading to declines in biodiversity and soil health.
Biodiversity Enhancement: Regenerative beef farming aims to enhance biodiversity on the farm, encouraging the presence of native plants, insects, birds and further wildlife. A diverse ecosystem can help create a more resilient and balanced agricultural system.
Minimal Tillage: Tilling the soil can lead to erosion and the release of carbon dioxide. Regenerative beef farming practices often involve minimal or no-till methods to improve soil health and carbon sequestration.
Manure: Cow manure is a natural organic fertiliser containing all the nutrients the soil needs. Nature has got her supply chain covered; the soil feeds the plants which feeds the cow which then feeds the soil (and us).
Animal Welfare: Ethical treatment of animals is a crucial component of regenerative beef farming. Providing cattle with access to open pastures, clean water, and a low-stress environment is fundamental.
By adopting these practices, regenerative beef farming aims to rebuild healthy, productive soils, sequester carbon in the ground, enhance ecosystems, and promote sustainable cattle production.
