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Sustainability is key, even The Queen thinks so

We have been passionate about farming since the 1920’s, and since converting to organic farming in 1992, we’ve been striving for greater sustainability.   In April 2021, we were honoured to receive a Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development. Having Her Majesty and the Prime Minister recognise not only our hard work so far […]

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We have been awarded a Queen’s Award for Enterprise

We are delighted to announce that we have won a Queen’s Award for Enterprise for sustainable development, thanks to our commitment to low-carbon, organic practices on our farm in Archdeacon Newton, near Darlington, and farming collaborations in North Yorkshire.   We’re a family business, run by directors (and siblings) Caroline Bell and Graham Tweddle, and […]

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Spring 2021 Turnout

Thankfully, some things are unaffected by human viruses. Cows and grass are two of them! On Thursday we enjoyed a highlight of our farming year… Spring Turnout for our ladies.   Since early November, when the fields became too wet and the grass stopped growing, our cows have been cared for inside and have been […]

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24 hours at Acorn Dairy

It’s safe to say there’s never a dull moment at Acorn Dairy, so with the Covid-19 pandemic putting a pause on our usual family-friendly open days, we thought we’d share an insight into exactly what happens during 24 hours on the farm.   So, what does a typical day at Acorn Dairy involve?   When […]

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The benefits of using a wholesaler

We’re passionate about sharing our products as far and wide as possible – and through our wonderful wholesalers, cafes, restaurants and coffee shops from Berwick to Buckinghamshire have access to Acorn Dairy goodness.   If you’re a business owner who’s considered working with a wholesaler, here’s why you should take the leap…   Products straight […]

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