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64. Cuckoos on Dartmoor – and why it's possible to farm with wildlife and make money
Jul 7, 2020
Former BBC producer Tim Martin of Farm Wilder shares how farmers in Dartmoor are successfully reintroducing wildlife like cuckoos and rare butterflies through sustainable farming practices. Discussion includes the importance of biodiversity, challenges in transitioning to nature-friendly farming, nutrition benefits of pasture-fed animals, and the need for environmentally friendly food options.
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- Farm Wilder assists farmers in sustainable practices for wildlife conservation.
- Consumers can support nature-friendly farming through purchasing 'cuckoo beef' and 'fertility butterfly beef'.
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Promoting Sustainable Farming Practices through Farm Wilder
Farm Wilder, an organization led by Tim Martin, works to help farmers adopt sustainable practices while promoting wildlife conservation. By collaborating with local farmers like those at Chalicam Farm on Dartmoor, Farm Wilder aims to restore habitats for rare species like the marsh fritillary butterfly and cuckoos.
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