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Category: Farm News | Author: Mark, Owl Farm | Read time: 5 min If you’ve ever wandered through the streets of Nantwich on a Thursday or Saturday morning, you’ll know there’s something special about this town. The market is a proper, working local market — one that’s been part of Cheshire life for centuries. And […]
Bacon feels like it’s always been part of British life — in a butty, alongside eggs, or adding depth to a stew. But bacon didn’t start as a “treat”. It started as a practical way to make good pork last. And that’s exactly why dry cured bacon still matters today. The same slow, traditional method […]
Farm Shops Without Farms (and Why It Matters) The thing I’ve noticed lately… There seem to be more and more “farm shops” popping up — and a lot of them are lovely places to visit. But here’s the honest question I think we should all feel comfortable asking: Does the farm shop actually have a […]
The history of the humble sausage (and how Owl Farm is evolving it) Sausages are one of those foods that feel like they’ve always been there — comforting, practical, and quietly brilliant. They’re also a perfect example of how good food is rarely about trends. It’s about thrift, craft, and making the most of what […]
Why Fresh Farm Food Is So Good for Us Fresh farm food isn’t a trend — it’s how people ate for generations. And if you’ve ever tasted meat that behaves properly in the pan, or produce that still feels alive when you get it home, you’ll know there’s a difference. At Owl Farm, we try […]
If you’ve ever bitten into a pie or sausage roll and thought, this is fine… but it’s not special, you’re not imagining it. Most “pastry” you see these days is built for speed, shelf life, and consistency — not flavour. At Owl Farm, we do it differently. Our pies and sausage rolls are made in […]
How We Answer Questions About Halal & Kosher Slaughter (and What We Do Instead) We get asked a question regularly, and it’s one I want to answer clearly and respectfully: “Is your meat Halal or Kosher?” Or sometimes: “Are your animals religiously slaughtered?” People ask for different reasons — faith, food standards, animal welfare, or […]
KuneKune pigs have a way of winning people over fast. They’re small, friendly, full of character, and they look like they’ve wandered out of a storybook. It’s no surprise we get asked the question: “Do KuneKunes make good pets?” They can — for the right person, with the right setup. Here’s an honest, practical guide […]
Hebridean Sheep: The Hardy Heritage Breed We Love at Owl Farm Some breeds are built for modern farming systems. Hebridean sheep are built for the real world: wind, rain, rough ground, and the kind of conditions that demand resilience. They’re a heritage breed with roots in the Scottish islands, and they’ve got a look and […]
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 […]
