A new life, a new chapter

Yesterday, the world felt very small and very sacred. We welcomed our second child, and our first boy, into the world. He was born at home, in the quiet of the bath, with just our family present. It was a profound, smooth experience that reminded us of the beauty of simplicity and the power of taking ultimate responsibility for our most human moments.

A Season of Shared Challenge

As I hold him, I can’t help but reflect on the labor of the past twelve months. It hasn't been easy, for us as a family, as a team, or, as I’ve learned from speaking with many of you, for our wider community. It seems many of us have been walking through a season of challenge.

The Evolution of Our Farming Model

On the farm, the recent challenges centered on the complex dance between our ground-level operations and our community-facing teams. Two years ago, we shifted our focus toward food production with a singular goal: to create nutrient-dense, "beyond organic" food that prioritises animal welfare and environmental care. We invited key farmers to co-design the land alongside us, providing them with salaries to remove the traditional pressure of high yields. Our hope was that by decoupling income from production volume, we could create a space dedicated entirely to quality, stewardship, and the long-term health of the soil.

While our intentions were rooted in support and abundance, the operational dynamics shifted over time, creating tensions that became increasingly difficult to navigate. It was a painful but necessary period of "learning by doing" and a reminder that even the most well-meaning systems require constant adjustment to stay true to our vision.

Building a Balanced Foundation

Late last year, we made the choice to lead with radical responsibility and restructure our core team. We have moved from a group with a heavy bias toward farming operations to a more balanced, highly competent circle of experts. Our team now holds deep strengths in business strategy, food distribution, and finance, as well as community building, governance, and technology. This shift ensures we have the professional infrastructure to support our farmers without losing the "heart" that makes My Little Farm unique.

We aren’t just building a single farm; we are building a national movement where land, food, and community are woven back together into a community-owned, regenerative approach. Our objective remains clear and grounded: to secure those first 1,000 acres in Sussex and create the best possible environment for values-aligned farmers to step in and lead.

By building these structures first, we will ensure our farmers can focus on what they do best -honouring the land and producing real food, while we provide the security and systems they need to flourish.

Stepping Into a New Chapter

Just like our new son, My Little Farm is entering a fresh chapter. The team is strong, ready, and operating with a level of competency that makes me incredibly excited for the future. In the coming weeks, I can’t wait to introduce you to the people, both familiar faces and new, who are helping us build this mission with wiser, more balanced hands.

We’re so grateful to be on this journey with you.

A question to share with us: In seasons of big change or new arrivals, what is one "essential truth" you find yourself leaning on?