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Farmer Stories: Real Experiences of Natural & Holistic Farming

Across the UK, Ireland, and beyond, more and more farmers are turning to natural, low-input methods to boost health, reduce costs, and build resilience – and they’re seeing real results.

In this section, you’ll hear directly from farmers using approaches like herbs, homeopathy, fermentation, composting, and holistic management to tackle common livestock and farm health challenges.

From high cell counts to fertility issues, chronic illness to stress management, these stories show what’s possible when we shift focus from treatment to prevention, from fire-fighting to health creation.

Explore our farmers’ stories:

Why Beef and Sheep Farmer Nicola Recommends Homeopathy to Other Farmers

Watch Nicola recommend homeopathy which has transformed her farm’s health, particularly controlling orf in her sheep and reducing antibiotics.
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How Conventional Dairy Farmer Tracy Uses Homeopathy to Lower Antibiotic Use

Discover how Tracy uses homeopathy to keep her dairy herd thriving, to improve cow and calf health and reduce mastitis and antibiotics.
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Keeping Livestock Healthy and Racehorses Sound – Jane’s Homeopathy Success Story

Jane shares her experience with using homeopathy on her 20-acre smallholding, improving livestock health and sustainability naturally.
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Sustainable Sheep Farming in Norway: A Natural Approach in Eidfjord

Discover how a Norwegian smallholder uses homeopathy, heritage sheep, and traditional techniques for sustainable, holistic animal health.
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Joining the Dots: A Welsh Dairy Farm’s Journey to Regenerative Health

Learn how a Welsh dairy farm uses homeopathy and other natural health approaches to keep their dual purpose calves and cows healthy.
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Composting for Soil Health with Anne Evans– 40 Years of Organic Growing in Wales

Explore 40 years of organic farming at Blaencamel Farm with Anne Evans, focusing on sustainability, compost, and crop health in Wales' Aeron Valley.
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A Conventional Irish Dairy Farmer’s Success with Homeopathy for Herd Fertility

Discover Pat Aherne's journey to holistic dairy farming in Ireland, using homeopathy to improve herd health, fertility, and reduce antibiotic use.
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Homeopathy for Livestock: A Shepherd’s Story of Healing in the High Weald

Discover how Lynnie improved livestock health with homeopathy, enhancing vitality and reducing veterinary costs on her farm.
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From Frustration to Fulfillment: How Josette Reduced High Cell Counts and Mastitis with Homeopathy

Discover how Josette transitioned from conventional treatments to homeopathy, lowering cell counts and mastitis on her dairy farm.
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Farming for Health: How Chris’ Holistic Dairy Practices Boost Animal & Soil Vitality

Organic dairy farmer Chris Gosling shares how regenerative practices, herbs & homeopathy support soil health, cow wellbeing & antibiotic-free farming.
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Got a Story to Share?

If you’ve had success using natural or holistic methods on your farm – big or small – we’d love to hear from you. Sharing your experience could help other farmers find new ways forward.

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