View from the farm: september

Unpredictable weather patterns have led to a mixed harvest for Joe Stanley and Co

As the warm days of summer give way to the fresher feel of autumn, many of us will recall with nostalgia the harvest festivals of our youth. Such festivities – often including lavish displays of crops

Words by Miranda Gore Browne Miranda is a ...

Scoop up armfuls of seasonal fruits, foliage and flowers – from your local farm shop or garden – to create colourful displays and toasty treats

As the days gently shorten and a whisper of autumn chills the morning air, September on the allotment is a truly magical time. It’s a month of duality: a joyous rush to gather the last of summer’s bou

A dry spring has meant low yield in forage in some parts of the country, and higher prices