Join us at Lower Mill of Tynet for a practical farm walk as part of Nature Friendly Farming Week, celebrating farmers who are building resilient businesses through working with nature.

We’ll explore how diversity across livestock, cropping and on-farm enterprises is strengthening this Moray farm — ecologically and economically — and hear openly about what’s working and what’s challenging.

Designed especially for farmers and growers, this walk offers real-world insight, discussion and peer-to-peer learning.

What We’ll Explore

Diverse Animals

Free-range hens, dairy cows, beef cattle and sheep — how multiple livestock systems work together on one farm.

Diverse Crops

Mixed cereals and forage crops that support soil health, livestock nutrition and long-term sustainability.

Diverse Businesses

Farm shop, milk and ice cream vending, direct sales and added-value products — building resilience through enterprise.

You’ll hear directly from Gordon about the realities of managing complexity, spreading risk, and creating a farm business that works ecologically and economically.

What to Expect

• A guided farm walk around the farm (approx. 2.5 hours)

• Honest discussion about what’s working — and what’s challenging

• Plenty of time for questions and conversation

• Refreshments will be provided, and there will be an opportunity to visit the farm shop afterwards.

Practical Information

Please wear sturdy footwear suitable for uneven ground.

This is a working farm with livestock — biosecurity guidance will be shared before the event.

Parking available on site.

Gordon and June Whiteford

Gordon and June Whiteford run Lower Mill of Tynet Farm near Buckie on the Moray coast, producing award‑winning free‑range and organic eggs, A2 milk, ice cream, and quality beef and lamb. A Nuffield Scholar, Gordon has grown the farm into a 150 ha enterprise focused on animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and direct‑to-consumer innovation, recognised as Sustainable Farm of the Year in 2024.