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Championing regenerative farming, the agricultural philosophy and resulting practices that go beyond conventional farming, the Buitelaar Group are leading the way in driving wide-scale positive environmental impact across the UK and Ireland. This involves both the business and their partner farmers working hand in hand with nature, enhancing their soil quality and improving farm productivity.
Recently featured in Agronomist & Arable Farmer, partner farmer Ed Riley and his family delve into their journey of integrating livestock into their arable enterprise.
Based in Shropshire, the 486ha farm, managed by Ed Riley and his family, has been leading the way in regenerative practices, long before the words ‘farming’ and ‘regenerative’ became coupled. By introducing a beef finishing enterprise a decade ago, the Rileys have not only diversified their income but have also significantly improved the organic matter in their soil. This, in turn, has boosted the productivity of their crop rotations.
One of the unique aspects of their approach is the Bed-and-Breakfast (B&B) model, where the farm does not own the cattle but provides the necessary care and resources to rear them. This model has allowed them to manage risk effectively while benefiting from the expertise and support of Buitelaar Group’s advisory team.
Regenerative farming is all about the soil—keeping it covered, maintaining living roots, and employing livestock to contribute to soil health. By embracing these principles, the Rileys have created a more resilient and productive farming system.
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*Credit: This summary is based on an article originally published in Agronomist & Arable Farmer.
