Amplifying farmers’ voices
David Finlay (Dumfries and Galloway, West Scotland), Sophie Gregory (Dorset, England), James Robinson (Cumbria, England) and Andrew Brewer (Cornwall, England).
These case studies showcase the diverse motivations driving farmers to make this shift, from seeking a better work-life balance to ensuring a resilient farming system for future generations. The case studies also highlight that transitioning to a regenerative system is not only financially sensible but also a strategic business decision.
They were selected to represent a variety of dairy farmers, and are a mix of organic and non-organic, tenanted and owned farms, with some farmers who have a multi-generational association with the farm and one who was new to the industry.
While every farm and farmer are different, these case studies provide real-life examples of some of the issues – the difficulties and the benefits – of transitioning towards working more closely with nature.
