Harvest 2026 is Complete!

It’s amazing to think that it’s only the middle of August as we sit down to write this, and harvest is already complete, with crops stored safely in the sheds. Another dry year has not only made this year’s activities much earlier than usual, but it also means that drying the seed and grain hasn’t been necessary for the second year running.

Our rapeseed crop harvested well, and we achieved a good yield, which is always uplifting!

The recent rain has also meant that we’ve been able to get next year’s rapeseed crop in the ground. We have our fingers crossed that conditions remain favourable, allowing it to germinate and flourish in the year ahead.

Our regenerative farming practices mean we no longer plough our fields, with seed being direct-drilled into the previous crop’s stubble. This not only minimises soil disturbance and helps keep carbon locked in the ground, but also helps prevent erosion from wind and water, and keeps organic matter intact.

August really is the month of changing landscapes, and with the dry weather we’ve all experienced, it’s already beginning to take on an autumnal feel here on the Yorkshire Wolds. We can certainly feel the seasons shifting, and the evenings are becoming slightly darker. However, there is still plenty to do on the farm as the team continues to drill next year’s crops, care for livestock and keep the cycle of the changing seasons moving forward.

A big thank you goes out to our farm team for their long hours and hard work throughout the year, especially during the labour-intensive harvest period. The satisfaction of seeing the fruits of our labour is incredible, particularly when we see our products being enjoyed by everyone who buys a bottle or a jar! We love being part of every step of the journey, from field to fork.