OAKBANK NEWS AND BLOG

There is no hiding the fact that our wildlife is in need of some help. In the UK, 41% of species have experienced declines since 1970. Farmland birds have been some of the hardest hit, with an overall 56% decline in populations in the same 50 years. Corn bunting, grey partridge, turtle dove and tree sparrow have all declined by over 90%, with the turtle dove fast approaching extinction in the UK. As farmers, gamekeepers, and land managers, many are well placed to contribute t

What is a living mulch? A living mulch typically consists of low-growing plants - often clovers or another legume - sown between or...

We held our second annual demonstration evening at Pilsgate, Stamford, on the 4th June 2025. An audience of almost 100 people gathers in...

At Hadleigh Castle, a new chapter in the landscape's history is unfolding. Beneath its ancient ruins, over 100 hectares of tired arable land are being transformed into vibrant wetland through a Higher-Tier Countryside Stewardship project. Designed to support lapwing, redshank and other wildlife, the scheme blends ecology with regenerative farming, using native grazing livestock, predator-proof fencing, and expertly crafted habitats.

The term " regenerative agriculture " has rapidly gained traction in recent years, for better or for worse, but what does it really mean?...

What exactly is a weed? In basic terms, the term 'weed' refers to any plant growing in an unwanted location, whether that’s in a garden...