We have 650 sheep on the farm and in the farming calendar autumn is the start of the breeding season.

As it's Organic September, it's the perfect time to shine a light on what we do on Matson Ground Farm - why organic farming and sustainable practices matter, and how we play our part to protect this special landscape.

We got a dry week in late July to cut and collect the grass for winter feed.

Spring marks the start of the farm's busiest seasons.

Under a new DEFRA Stewardship agreement we are beginning work on a habitat creation project on School Knott and Grandsire, a special area of upland grassland, mires and pasture, covering just under 100 hectares.

We're pleased to share our new series - Spotted On Matson Ground.

I know it's the Lake District but we've been in a particularly wet spell recently with more frequent storm events, so our Matson Ground staff are being kept busy with continuing storm damage clearance and wood extraction from our woodlands.

Did you know that wetlands are one of the world's most biodiverse habitats? In fact, they provide homes for many species and larger wetlands, such as RSPB Leighton Moss, act as a vital stopover for millions of migratory birds in need of rest and to refuel.

Moths are not only essential pollinators and a vital food source for birds and bats, they are also a great indicator of habitat health, which is why we carry out a moth survey every year at Matson Ground.