
Wicked Leeks issue 5: A force for change
Featuring a cover interview with Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, this issue explores the power of positive thinking, how to scale up sustainable farming and renewing the joy of food in 2021.
Read moreThe circles found in the Jewish concept of 'tikun olam', the ripple effect from local change initiatives and doughnut economics could lead to a fairer and more sustainable world.
By Anna Turns - 8th June 2020
1There is really only one story this week.
By Wicked Leeks - 7th June 2020
0Midway through the Jersey Royal season and it had all been going really well, until the drought started to hinder our digging conditions.
By Matthew Le Maistre - 3rd June 2020
The fact organic is behind food miles and plastic when it comes to ethical concerns is a worrying trend for the future of the sector, writes Riverford sales rep Jack Thompson.
By Jack Thompson - 29th May 2020
Our belief that we are separate from nature is the root of our inability to deal with upheavals, such as forest fires, floods, climate change and pandemics like Covid-19, writes Satish Kumar.
By Satish Kumar - 26th May 2020
Getting past the idea of infinite choice, and accepting what is available, is a huge mindset shift that could move into all areas of consumerism.
By Nina Pullman - 20th May 2020
Earthworms hate slurry, and few would claim it’s perfect – but with the farmers getting 30p per litre for milk, don’t expect them to be able to make costly compost anytime soon.
By Guy Singh-Watson - 14th January 2021
1My hope is that 2021 will mark the start of the decline of the cult of individual wealth and fame, along with all the waste and loneliness that go with it.
By Guy Singh-Watson - 7th January 2021
9In search of mature, rocket-free inspiration, Riverford supports the Oxford Real Farming Conference: an annual meeting of unconventional farmers, cooks, campaigners and scientists.
By Guy Singh-Watson - 2nd December 2020
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