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Straw is Wonderful

From Seed to Straw: Why Straw Matters on Owl Farm Straw doesn’t get much attention. It’s not the glamorous part of farming, and it’s not the bit people photograph for the label. But on a proper farm, straw is one of the most useful, hardworking materials you’ll ever find — and it plays a role […]

Farm Cured Bacon

Hand Dry Cured Farm Bacon: Made the Old-Fashioned Way, Right Here on Owl Farm If you’ve ever tasted bacon that’s genuinely worth slowing down for, it’s usually because someone took the time to do it properly. At Owl Farm, our bacon is hand dry cured here on the farm, using traditional methods that put flavour […]

Beyond Organic

** Food for Thought 🌱🐔 ** Organic, a term rooted in nature, has evolved over time. Initially, it aimed to reduce synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, returning to natural farming. In modern times, consider “Organic Chickens.” Rules seem clear, but let’s peek behind the curtain: 🌿 “Access to outdoors” (Shed window open?) 🐓 “Less than 3000” […]

“The Great British Pork Pie: A Slice of History”

Few dishes embody British culinary heritage quite like the humble pork pie. From medieval feasting tables to modern farmers’ markets, this savoury delicacy has earned its place as a beloved staple of British food culture. The Birth of a British Icon The pork pie’s story begins in the Middle Ages when the combination of hot […]