How We Answer Questions About Halal & Kosher Slaughter (and What We Do Instead)

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 as Pets: What They’re Really Like (and What to Know First)

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

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 […]
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 […]
“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 […]