Challenges, Land Prices & New Entrants Farming in the UK in 2026 is facing significant challenges. Rising costs, extreme weather, policy changes, and an ageing farming population are putting pressure on existing farmers while also shaping the landscape for new entrants. This article looks at the current state of farming in the UK including the … Read more
How They Differ from Traditional and Organic As I research and plan Beagle Rock Farms from Texas, one question keeps surfacing in every article, study, and forum I read: Is regenerative farming actually harder than traditional or organic farming? The answer is yes, in several important ways. Regenerative farming isn’t just a slightly greener version … Read more
If you’re just starting to learn about regenerative farming, it’s easy to think it’s some brand-new, trendy idea that people invented recently. In reality, regenerative farming is one of the oldest ways humans have worked with the land. What feels new is that we’re finally coming back to these ancient principles after decades of industrial … Read more
Why Land Selection Is the Most Critical Decision in My £20,000 Challenge Choosing the right piece of land is probably the single most important decision I will make in this entire project. With only £20,000 to work with (excluding the cost of the land itself), there is almost no margin for error. The more I … Read more
Why Soft Fruit Farming Makes Perfect Sense for a Small Regenerative Farm When I started planning Beagle Rock Farms, I spent a long time comparing different farming options. I looked at traditional arable crops, large orchards, vegetable box schemes, and livestock-focused systems. In the end, I decided that a diversified soft fruit system — built … Read more
Core Concepts, Science, and Why It Goes Beyond Organic Regenerative farming is one of the most promising movements in modern agriculture today. It goes far beyond simply reducing harm. Instead, it focuses on actively restoring and improving the land while producing high-quality, nutrient-rich food. As someone preparing to launch Beagle Rock Farms in the UK … Read more
My Honest Reasons for Choosing Regenerative Farming on a Very Tight Budget At 58 years old, my wife dropped a bomb on me. She wanted to move back to Britain. We have lived in Texas for more than 15 years. The thought of starting over in a new country at 58 was not something that … Read more