The Backyard Farmer
Grow More, Waste Less
Practical UK advice for growing your own food, with free allotment planning tools and real-world experience from the plot.
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Start here with practical advice and free tools to help you grow your own food.
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Practical guides for healthier plants, better soil and productive growing spaces.
Free Tools for Growing Your Own
Explore free planners, calendars and practical tools to make growing your own food a little easier.
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Dig For Victory!
Join the Backyard Revolution!
Growing your own food is about more than the harvest. It’s about learning practical skills, making better use of what you have and becoming a little more self-reliant along the way. Follow the journey from the allotment, garden and shed.