Five years ago George Hosier began introducing herbal leys into his arable rotation to widen his rotation and make his farm more resilient. The results have been impressive.
‘I felt the herbal ley with its species diversity and architecture of deep rooting plants like chicory, cocksfoot, clover and sainfoin would give us more resilience for different weather conditions and also improve soil structure and fertility. The more diversity you have above ground, the more below the ground and the more nutrient cycling goes on, improving the fertility of the soil.’
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We are an independent family-run company, based in Moreton-in-Marsh, that now works with over 15,000 farmers across the UK, supplying everything from green manures, cover crops and herbal leys to dual-purpose long term leys and silage leys.
Established forty-four years ago by Robin Hill, Cotswold Seeds, now led by MD Ian Wilkinson, has built a reputation for specialising in bespoke seed mixtures and practical expert advice. Specifically tailored to the needs of each field, mixtures are designed to improve soil fertility, reducing the need for costly inputs and benefiting animal health.
Our experience and in-depth knowledge has meant that we are often approached to advise landowners and organisations, from the National Trust to water authorities and environmental organisations, and are increasingly involved in research and educational projects with universities and colleges.
Our small team of highly experienced technical advisors are on hand to share their specialist knowledge on a one-to-one basis. Bespoke mixtures tailored to individual requirements and our next day delivery service means you can sow within hours of talking to us.
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Specialist grass, legume, forage seed merchant supplying over 10,000 UK farmers. Contact us for bespoke advice and tailor made mixes.
The company has many loyal customers and now deals with over 10,000 farmers throughout England, Wales, Scotland and Ireland. We deal with a wide range of conventional and organic livestock, arable and horticultural farms, most of which are in environmental schemes.
All seeds are mixed to order to allow for any changes you may wish to make, and we guarantee to give you impartial advice.
For advice and orders please telephone free of charge
01608 652552
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Cotswold Seeds Ltd is an independent, private limited company with no affiliates.