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Beating the Burn: Practical Forage Options to Bridge the Summer Feed Gap

Thursday, 6th of August 2026

We’ve all been there: staring out across fields that are turning the colour of straw while the forecast shows nothing but clear skies and another heatwave on its way. When growth stalls and grazing covers run thin, watching our winter feed stores dwindle

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How to Protect and Restore Your Lawn During a UK Heatwave

Wednesday, 24th of June 2026

When a heatwave hits, our gardens are usually the first to feel the strain. As the temperatures rise and the rain disappears, that vibrant, lush green garden carpet can quickly turn into a parched, brown, and crunchy door mat.

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Plan Ahead for Autumn & Winter Feed

Friday, 19th of June 2026

As the grazing season progresses, forward-thinking livestock farmers know that the key to maintaining body condition scores and managing feed costs through the colder months is preparation. Reliance on purchased concentrates or burning through silage clamps

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May Sowing: Availability & Product Guide

Tuesday, 19th of May 2026

For the May spring sowing window , we have a full range of high-quality, certified seeds in stock and ready for immediate dispatch.

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It's Earth Day: Let’s Help Our Pollinators Thrive

Wednesday, 22nd of April 2026

At South West Seeds, we’ve spent 45 years working closely with the Cornish landscape. We know better than anyone that the health of our environment is inextricably linked to the diversity of our plant life. This Earth Day, we want to talk about one of the

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