Environmental
Caring for the environment is extremely important to us and is closely monitored with strict protocols being adhered to. We are proud members of:
Marks and Spencer's
Field to Fork
Red Tractor Assurance
Safe Havern
LEAF Marque
FWAG
In an effort to reduce our Carbon Footprint, widen the range of crops grown and to produce renewable energy. In 2008 Westrope's became shareholders in Agri-Gen, an anaerobic digester which produces 4MW of electricity. This energy is used to provide power to the Onion and Potato stores while the digestate residue from the A.D process is returned to the land to enhance the nutrient content and organic matter.
Around 90 acres of Willow Trees have been planted on low lying marshlands, providing vital habitats for wildlife, while producing quality Wood for Cricket Bats over a period of two decades. The Willows are replaced as they are harvested with whips from the Willow Tree Nursery also on the farm. We also intentionally sow wild flower seeds around field boundaries to encourage wildlife and provide habitats for native species.
We are continuously striving for development and in 2021 we are undergoing Grasp and McDonalds Addendum.
Around 90 acres of Willow Trees have been planted on low lying marshlands, providing vital habitats for wildlife, while producing quality Wood for Cricket Bats over a period of two decades. The Willows are replaced as they are harvested with whips from the Willow Tree Nursery also on the farm. We also intentionally sow wild flower seeds around field boundaries to encourage wildlife and provide habitats for native species.
We are continuously striving for development and in 2021 we are undergoing Grasp and McDonalds Addendum.