Downsizing our sheep flock

Downsizing our sheep flock

We’re facing a difficult choice as we downsize our sheep flock—some will remain, while others will be leaving.  8 ewe lambs for sale 7 of our ewes will be sold
Our first honey batch

Our first honey batch

The results of my first honey harvest truly amazed us. I removed five frames from the hive and left the rest of the super/frames so the bees could use it throughout the winter. With help from Colin, who tirelessly operated the borrowed honey spinner, we ended up with...
Keder Greenhouse Daily

Keder Greenhouse Daily

I’m so fortunate to be able to harvest from the Keder Greenhouse daily. As for today, there are no photos of courgettes because Colin can’t look at another one!  Mangetout, Cucumber, Courgette, Garlic and some Berries Pepper, Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber...
Lamb Meat

Lamb Meat

With heavy hearts, we loaded Archibald and Bruce, our Hebridean rams, onto the trailer and I drove them off for their ‘vacation.’ They didn’t return, but they did send back two boxes of lamb/hogget meat.  Archibald & Bruce in the luxury...
Keder Greenhouse Harvest

Keder Greenhouse Harvest

It was a productive day in the Keder Greenhouse with harvests of courgette, runner beans, garlic, tomatoes, mangetout, potatoes, currants, raspberries, and lettuce.  I’m really pleased with the outcome [and very proud].  Harvesting in a stunning sunset...
Yearly Shearing

Yearly Shearing

Our sheep had their yearly shearing, tough work for John-Angus, especially Rob, our ram. Luckily, we were able to use the Hebcrub this time — it kept the flock together and all of us dry.  Rob and Bruce didn’t seem too thrilled 😊  The fleeces are headed to...