This archive brings together practical, experience-led articles from The Backyard Farmer, covering gardening, DIY, indoor growing, foraging, reviews, and sustainable living. Each post is written with real-world use in mind — focusing on working with nature, building practical skills, and making sustainable choices more accessible.
To set up an Amazon Smart Plug, plug it into an indoor wall socket and follow the instructions in the Alexa app. Amazon’s automatic setup may find it immediately, but you can also add it manually in a few minutes. This guide covers the genuine
Introduction Embarking on a zero waste journey can feel like a daunting task, especially when faced with the daily realities of a waste-heavy world. However, starting small can lead to significant changes over time. Whether you’re looking to reduce your environmental impact, simplify your life,
Introduction Did you know that 42% of Brits grew their food in 2023? It’s true! And with our unpredictable weather, indoor vegetable gardening is becoming more popular. I’ve been cultivating my indoor vegetables for years now, and let me tell you, it’s brilliant! Whether in
What is Carbon Neutral Shipping? The way we move goods around the world leaves a big mark on the planet. Every delivery—whether it’s a single online order or a bulk freight shipment—adds to global carbon emissions. Carbon neutral shipping is one of the ways we’re
ESG reporting and why is it important? What is ESG reporting and why is it important? You might have seen the term ESG popping up in your business meetings or when looking into sustainable companies. We will cover everything concerning Environmental, Social and Governance reports
We will cover the 17 Sustainable Development Goals established in 2015 as part of the UN’s 2030 agenda. There are 169 targets within the 17 sustainable development goals that cover what will be achieved in each sector by 2030. In this article, we will cover:
We will look into the best 3 types of renewable energy in this article starting with Concentrared solar power. We will aslo cover two promising renewable energy systems called gasification of biomass & green hydrogen. What is ‘Renewable Energy Technology’, and why is it important?
Introduction Sustainable palm oil is everywhere. From the food we eat to the cosmetics we use, this versatile oil is a key ingredient in countless everyday products. But its widespread use comes with serious concerns. The palm oil industry has been linked to: Why Certified
With so many eco phrases around these days, it is hard to know what they mean; in the same way, carbon neutral is a term that sounds very much like climate neutral and is that the same as net zero? See what we mean; it
In this article, we will cover the world’s top three green tech companies. However, some green tech companies like Autodesk produce mainly digital products. They can still impact as large as a hardware-producing green technology company like Apple. Companies with digital products can significantly draw
Introduction Looking for affordable, ethical clothing in the UK? Whether you’re building a sustainable wardrobe or launching a side hustle reselling second-hand clothes, finding reliable sustainable clothing brands in the UK can feel overwhelming. After all, many so-called eco options come with luxury price tags—and
Introduction: Why Choose a Natural Washing Up Liquid? The Problem with Traditional Washing-Up Liquids Most of us reach for a natural washing up liquid alternative without a second thought, but have you ever considered what’s inside conventional products? However, have you ever considered what’s inside?