It is possible for anyone with courage, imagination and determination to make a good living from producing food sustainably on a small scale for local people.

This project is supported by Monmouthshire County Council, the Brecon Beacons National Park and the Welsh Government.

Welsh Government

Pioneer model farms

Inspirational farms show how you can start a small farming enterprise that supplies locally, grows sustainably and operates profitably.

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Courses, videos and books

The pioneer farms have produced a huge range of materials for others to follow. Our top picks.

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Getting started

There are many organisations keen to help expand small-scale farming. Make the most of it!

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Marketing opportunities

Selling food locally through online shops

Information on the great websites that let you to take a shop or farmers market online.

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Marketing inspiration

Pipers Farm makes sustainability possible through partnership

25 small farms marketed under the Pipers Farm brand.

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Marketing inspiration

Plaw Hatch Farm sells all its produce and more through its on-site shop

6000 customers per month buy direct from Sussex biodynamic farm.

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Success stories

Mixed farming methods “are more fun”

Henbant Permaculture provides family income and builds farm resilience.

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Success stories

Compost is key to success at Blaencamel Farm

Trailblazing organic farm in Wales grows vegetables year-round.

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Success stories

Menai Oysters improve the environment with sustainable shellfish

High quality protein for little input and no pesticides.

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