In recent years, there has been a profound shift in how people perceive and consume food. The farm-to-table movement has emerged as a powerful force in the culinary world, revolutionizing the way we think about where our food comes from and how it reaches our plates. This movement is not…
View moreIntroduction It’s more crucial than ever before to adopt sustainable habits. With climate change escalating and resources dwindling, individual actions can make a significant difference. This article explores three sustainable areas you can focus on in 2024, aimed at reducing food waste, being mindful of energy consumption, and opting for…
View moreAssessing the Ethical and Sustainable Nature of Food Recipe Boxes In the evolving landscape of the food industry, food recipe boxes have emerged as a popular alternative to traditional grocery shopping. These boxes, which deliver pre-portioned ingredients and recipes directly to consumers, are not only convenient but also claim to…
View moreFood Delivery Meal Boxes: Ethical and Sustainable Aspects Food delivery meal boxes have long been a subject of debate regarding their ethical and sustainable credentials. Several studies and articles shed light on this topic, providing insights into the environmental impact of meal kits and their potential ethical considerations. Environmental Impact…
View moreHome Delivery Meal Boxes vs. Recipe Boxes The terms “home delivery meal boxes” and “home delivery recipe boxes” often refer to two different types of food delivery services, each catering to different needs and preferences. Here’s a breakdown of their differences: Home Delivery Meal Boxes Prepared Meals: These boxes typically contain…
View moreFarm Shops Delight Customers with Artisan Bread In an era dominated by mass-produced goods, the allure of artisanal products has grown exponentially. Nowhere is this more evident than in the realm of bread-making, where discerning consumers seek out the unique flavors and textures offered by traditional methods. In this renaissance…
View moreWestacre, a proposed farm shop in West Devon, has recently received unanimous support from planning officers The shop is located 1.5 miles from both Sampford Courtenay and North Tawton, in an isolated and unsustainable location with no other commercial or residential properties nearby While the location may seem remote, it…
View moreLow Sizergh Barn, Kendal, Cumbria: Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Kendal, this farm shop boasts a diverse range of locally sourced products. With an emphasis on freshness and quality, it’s a haven for food enthusiasts. The Little Dairy Shop, Binham, North Norfolk: A quaint establishment in North Norfolk, it…
View moreSowing Seeds of Sustainability: A Closer Look at UK’s Farm Shops What Defines a Farm Shop? A farm shop is a retail realm where consumers can find locally sourced produce, often sold directly from the farm. Situated on or near the farm itself, these shops boast a plethora of products…
View moreWhy Would you Want to buy Indian Artisan Coffee from a UK Farm Shop? Supporting Local Businesses: Buying from a local UK farm shop helps support local businesses and economies. Even though the coffee is sourced from India, the shop likely employs local people and contributes to the local economy….
View moreDid you know that every Egg in the UK has a unique code that lets you find out exactly where it was laid and how far it has travelled to reach you? Just enter the code on the egg in the box below and click the track button.
View moreWhy are Milk and Dairy Vending Machines so Popular in the UK? Milk and dairy vending machines have become increasingly popular in the UK in recent years for several reasons: Convenience: Milk and dairy vending machines provide a convenient way for people to access fresh, locally sourced milk and dairy…
View moreFarm shops are Popular in the UK for a number of Good Reasons, The Most Important Being: Locally Sourced Produce: One of the main reasons why farm shops are so popular is that they offer locally sourced, fresh produce. Many people in the UK are conscious of the environment and…
View moreI hate to say it but even when you are eating healthy farm fresh organic foods, grass-fed beef, and other organic meats Ketosis supplements are still a good idea for anyone on a keto diet as, in common with a vegan diet, the number of food options you have is…
View moreThe keto diet can help kick start your weight loss journey, providing quicker results and more progress early on which helps you develop good habits faster. We know that training and exercise are essential elements of well-being and weight loss and that as your weight comes down it makes the…
View moreFreezing fish and other seafood “stops the clock” on the processes that cause them to go off. This can mean that the freshest fish you’ll ever buy will be frozen.While this article mainly talks about Fish it applies equally to any kind of seafood. If you’re lucky enough to live…
View moreOK I’m an expat fish lover living in Spain and I started this site to support the British farm food industry but here’s something I just don’t get. Ever since 2016 I have read that most UK fish is sold to the EU and once Brexit gets done you’ll all…
View more10 years ago I was at a famous food market in London on Sunday morning when I overhead a stallholder saying to a customer “You can’t get fresher than that, it was swimming in the sea last Wednesday”. Oh, so just 5 days ago then! How things have changed since…
View moreHow Food Box deliveries have become the most environmentally friendly way to buy your weekly food shop You might wonder how having all these great big vans delivering your food boxes can be good for the environment. The answer is that it’s been shown that the most polluting part of…
View moreThese food boxes are replacements for your regular supermarket shops, there’s another popular food box type called recipe or meal kits which are healthy replacements for takeaways. They contain everything you need to cook a meal for 2 or 4 people including detailed instructions. We’ll be covering these in a…
View moreFarm fresh fruit, meat, and veg are the best choices for losing weight, not only do they taste better and have more nutrients, but they’re also great for the environment and the local economy. An added bonus is that they’re less likely to be sprayed with insecticides or pumped full…
View moreCrop rotations with beans and peas offer more sustainable and nutritious food production Farmers in the UK should grow more legumes as part of their crop rotation to improve public health and reduce reliance on chemical fertilisers, researchers believe. Most weight loss and healthy eating plans include a lot of…
View moreOn average, farmers only get 8 pence of every £1 spent by the consumer. This isn’t sustainable and most farms need to diversify into more profitable markets. Together with the market researcher Agrismart, the Sustain Alliance has explored how 500 farmers from across England and Wales feel about these issues….
View moreConsumers have really embraced the idea of buying farm fresh milk from a vending machine; People really do want to know where their milk comes from. Over 40’s buy fresh milk while younger consumers prefer Milkshakes. The increased popularity of milk vending machines’ comes from a growing interest in sustainability…
View moreHere’s an interactive map of milk vending machines across the UK. Unfortunately, apart from their location, we don’t have any more detailed information but we hope to add that later on, please check back soon
View moreMilk vending machines are a fairly new innovation that lets dairy farmers sell fresh milk and other dairy products direct to their customers. The increasing popularity of milk vending machines’ comes from our growing interest in sustainability and freshness, together with the need to support dairy farmers by ensuring they…
View moreFind more happy customers by listing your business on www.easyfarmshop.co.uk There’s never been a better time to sell directly to your end customers. More than ever before people want to buy seasonal local food and drink, produced in the UK, directly from the producer. Our aim is to help these…
View moreMany people want to give up eating meat and fish but most don’t manage to change their eating habits so dramatically over the long term. Humans are born omnivores and that’s not going to change anytime soon. Lapsed vegans and vegetarians tend to become irregular meat or fish eaters. They’ll…
View moreJanuary 1st 2022 saw the introduction of a new round of post Brexit red tape from the British Government. These strict new Brexit transport rules will make many UK businesses ‘give up’ on EU imports as being ‘Simply not worth the hassle’ Many farmers regret Brexit but this time the…
View morePorridge is a great way to start your day at any time of year. It’s by far the best breakfast you can have to warm you up on a freezing January morning. Porridge is ideal for vegans, vegetarians, or anyone who wants to lose weight in the new year. I…
View moreOn the first anniversary of leaving the EU, there’s never been a better time to celebrate our fantastic wine growers. And in particular our English sparkling wine producers I say English sparkling wines because I couldn’t find any in Northern Ireland, Wales of Scotland. Maybe it’s to do with the…
View morePaneer is a meat substitute that is very popular with vegetarians looking for a sustainable alternative to pork, beef and chicken. Although it’s a cheese it has the advantage that unlike other cheeses it doesn’t melt when cooked and so it’s an ideal cooking alternative to diced meat. Two of…
View moreVeganuary has become one of the world’s most popular New Year’s resolutions. After pigging out on virtually anything you can get your hands on over Christmas and the New year you’ll probably feel motivated to kick start your new health regime with a big bang (as opposed to easing in…
View moreThe online ethical grocer Farmdrop has gone bust a week before Christmas, leaving hundreds of customers who had ordered turkeys, geese, and other festive food rushing to find alternatives. If you’re a disappointed Farmdrop customer then take a look at our list of over 200 UK Turkey suppliers, most of…
View moreSwitching to a plant-based diet has the unfortunate (but temporary) side effect of causing short-term bloating and flatulence as your body adjusts to the changes. A vegan diet includes a variety of foods that take a little extra work from your digestive system to break down which is why you…
View moreGMOs (genetically modified organisms) are novel organisms, created in the laboratory by modifying the genes of the base plant or animal to change its characteristics. An example of this would be to make an apple more resistant to insect attacks. Scientists, Consumer, and Environmental groups have all cited various health…
View moreEven vegans and vegetarians don’t just eat food to fuel their bodis. We all eat food because it makes us happy. And one of the most important things we look for in our food is texture. Food texture: how important is it? When you first adopt a vegan diet you’ll…
View moreWhen I became vegan I went straight to the specialist diet section of my supermarket and was shocked at the prices. I have since read many posts from people asking why it costs so much to eat vegan. I found that it doesn’t have to, so I thought it was…
View moreThere’s nothing better for Christmas dinner than a free-range turkey, preferably raised organically. Despite the dire predictions a few months ago the Turkey farmers have pulled out all the stops to make sure there are plenty of farm-fresh turkeys available for the upcoming festive season. We’ve put together this handy…
View moreGloucester Services was opened in 2014 by the Dunning family to build on the success and popularity of their original Tebay services on the M6 motorway in Cumbria. The Gloucester Services Kitchen serves great-tasting and nutritious food, made from scratch using locally sourced ingredients, including their own home-reared beef and…
View moreTebay Services was opened in 1972 by John and Barbara Dunning, after the M6 motorway was built through the Lune Gorge and over Shap summit, cutting across Orton Low Moor on their family farm. When they learned that the Department of Transport wanted to build a motorway service area on…
View moreCustomer Offer: Spend £60 and get a free Diddly Squat Farm reusable canvas bag Let me start by saying I am a huge fan of Jeremy Clarkson, having read every one of his articles in the late 70’s and early 80’s in (I think it was called) Supercar magazine. In…
View moreFarmdrop goes bust here’s what you need to know The Farmshop Review Farmdrop was established in 2012 by Ben Pugh to “fix the food chain” and offer sustainably sourced products direct to the customer. The idea is to create an online farmers market where customers can buy their whole grocery…
View moreChanging to a plant based diet can be a challenge for lifelong meat eaters. That’s’ why the faux meat market is booming and so many people choose to follow a flexitarian diet by cutting down on animal based foods rather than going completely plant based. A popular way to help…
View moreNew Customer Offer 50% off your first and 4th Box Organic veg box company Abel & Cole was founded by Keith Abel and Paul Cole in 1988 selling potatoes door-to-door […]
View moreBrussels sprouts are native to the Mediterranean area and first appeared in northern Europe during the 5th century. They were heavily cultivated in the 13th century near Brussels in Belgium which is how they got their name. Most Brits eat Brussels sprouts at Christmas. Sprouts are as traditional as Father…
View moreRiverford Organic Farmers is one of the UKs best loved suppliers of 100% Organic, ethically-produced seasonal veg, fruit, and meat boxes. The majority of their produce is grown on their own farms in Devon, Cambridgeshire, Hampshire, North Yorkshire and France. Anything they don’t grow themselves comes from a network of…
View moreGMOs (genetically modified organisms) are novel organisms, created in the laboratory by modifying the genes of the base plant or animal to change its characteristics. An example of this would be to make an apple more resistant to insect attacks. Scientists, Consumer, and Environmental groups have all cited various health…
View moreWe are what we eat! Diet is critically important to our wellbeing. Whatever your interest in Nutrition, whether for general wellbeing, weight loss, or improved athletic performance this guide will help you decide what you want to put in your body. Calories provide the energy and building blocks your body needs…
View moreTo Win More Events There are so many performance benefits you’ll get from a vegan diet, not to mention the ethical and environmental considerations. It’s something you definitely need to consider. Enjoy Life More A vegan diet means you’ll enjoy a longer, healthier and happier life. The killer diseases of…
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