If you’ve read part one of this series, you know what regenerative farming is at its core. Now, we’re going to delve deeper into what regenerative dairy means to us, so let’s get specific.
What Does Regenerative Farming Look Like on a Dairy Farm?
On a regenerative dairy farm, you’ll often see:
- Cows grazing outdoors as much as the British weather allows
- Fields planted with a wider variety of grasses and plants, not just one type
- Careful grazing rotations that give grass time to recover
- A big focus on soil structure and root depth
- Thoughtful management of rivers and streams
Why does this matter?
Because it means you can enjoy our delicious dairy products knowing the milk comes from regenerative farmers who are farming for the future, with a focus on animals, the planet and wildlife.
Regenerative dairy farming isn’t about one big dramatic change. It’s about hundreds of small decisions that add up over time.
What Is Regenerative Milk? Butter? Cheese?
Regenerative milk comes from farms that are actively working to nurture soil health, encourage biodiversity and build resilience through their everyday farming practices.
The milk itself doesn’t magically become “regen”. It’s the system behind it that matters.
And because milk is the foundation of all dairy, regenerative milk is where regenerative cheese and regenerative butter begin.
Find Golden Hooves cheese and butter at Waitrose, Ocado, Booths and independent farm shops and delis near you.
In part three, we get into why worms have become the unofficial mascot of regenerative farming, and why this movement is anything but a passing trend.
