Find out more about the vital work of the South West Grain Network and the wider movement for an alternative UK grain economy
(R)evolutionary wheat populations Adaptable, stable, or both? Author: Thomas Döring The Organic Research Centre
Recognising the Importance of Heterogeneous Grain & Cereal Production in the UK Seed Legislation (Advocacy Paper)
Landsorten is a Danish membership-based organisation dedicated to the development, production, and distribution of organic seeds. Comprising farmers, millers, bakers, and researchers, the network collaborates to breed and propagate a diverse array of cereal varieties, including heritage grains and newly developed populations. Their focus is on enhancing traits such as disease resistance, baking quality, and adaptability to organic farming conditions. By facilitating seed exchange and fostering community involvement, Landsorten plays a pivotal role in promoting sustainable agriculture and preserving grain biodiversity in Denmark.
UK Grain Lab UK Grain Lab provides farmers, millers, plant breeders, bakers, cooks, scientists and academics an opportunity to bake together, eat, drink, learn from each other and talk about the future. We share stories, skills and strategies inspired by visitors from around the world with a view to advancing a more diverse UK-based grain economy. We work to build an independent network of trade around localised grain, being a central liaison for many regional grain advocacy groups.
Map of Regional Alternative Grain Groups Brought together by Andy Forbes of Brockwell Bake, this is a map of alternative grain groups across the UK.
Recording of the 2024 session at Oxford Real Farming Conference. The Cann Mill Project: Widening Access to Population Wheats in the South West featuring Fred Price, Rosy Benson and Michael Stoate