Series 2 Episode 5 - Ruth Dalton farming with nature

Farming / Nature / Trees  / Native Breed Cattle:  Tree Amble went to meet Ruth at her and Wal's holding in the South Lakes towards the end of the summer. We talked about how, by grazing native cattle, planting trees and managing hedges they have brought back life to this small but characterful area of land. 

Part of the conversation reflects how they each advocate for slightly different outcomes and like all good farming couples have to come to agreement about where what and when in their farming system.

Ruth does a lot of work with farmers across Cumbria and, notably, works with Pasture For Life on their mentoring programme. The programme brings regenerative farmers together to provide support and to share knowledge.

She also has other multiple strings to her bow and is truly one of those people who is rooted in managing land for both people and nature. Enjoy the listen!