Barn art, Bansky Style! – Posted in: General

Ever seen a grafittied cow? Most people have seen one of the famous ‘Cow Parade’ painted cows, but few know that the scuptures make up the largest public art event in the world. Over fifty cities have hosted the project since its beginning, and 5,000 local artists have participated. Vivienne Westwood, Christian Lacroix, Radiohead and Ronnie Wood are just some of the celebrities that have decorated a cow – usually auctioned for charity after the…

Skipping into Spring! – Posted in: General

Yesterday cows at our farm in Hertfordshire were let out for the first time after being brought into the barns last October. During the winter they are kept protected from the elements, and though they have ample space and light, nothing compares to being able to roam free in the fields. It’s a fun moment as they hurtle out of the barn gates and gallop around the fields. In the Swiss alps this time of…

Mega dairy plans withdrawn – Posted in: Uncategorized

Victory for small dairy farmers. Plans for the UK’s largest dairy farm have been withdrawn, the farmers behind the scheme have announced. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lincolnshire-12485392

Ox is mightier than the tractor – Posted in: Uncategorized

In Cuba, the ox is mightier than the tractor. An ox is viewed as a way to step up food production while conserving energy. Cuba may rely more heavily than ever on oxen to save fuel normally used by heavy machinery. President Raul Castro is promoting the beasts of burden as a way for the economically strapped communist country to increase food production while conserving energy. He recently suggested expanding a pilot programme that gives…