By james art Friends of the Earth Darlington and Incredible Edible Northallerton will be showcasing Growing Rich with Nature in Northallerton on Wednesday 30 October. It is presented by beef farmer Simon Hare and shares his story of using the regenerative farming system at Trees House Farm, near Barnard Castle.
The film chronicles Simon’s journey from running a conventional dairy farm to a thriving regenerative beef farm. His journey offers a tangible and accessible route for farmers considering adopting regenerative farming practices on their own farm.
Simon’s expertise is framed by other professionals, each offering perspectives on how regenerative agriculture nurtures the health of people, animals and the environment. These experts are Alan Savery, creator of Holistic Management; Christopher Cook, Holistic Management Specialist; Jillian Butler, senior lecturer in animal science; and Mark Hopper, technical manager at CSX Carbon.
Growing Rich with Nature has been co-produced over the past 18 months between artist Matt Denham, environmental activists Emma Casson, Issy Crocker, Grecko Indie Media, Kat McConachie, Rachel Nixon and Kendra Woolliart, and farmer Simon Hare.
This event marks the first in a series of screenings that Friends of the Earth Darlington are organizing across the North East to celebrate the launch of Growing Rich with Nature.
Tickets are £3 from Eventbrite.
The screening will be held at the United Reform Church (DL7 8JZ) and the 30 minute film screening will be followed by refreshments and an opportunity to take part in a discussion with Simon Hare and others invested in regenerative agriculture.
This project is supported with public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England and Friends of the Earth.