Our garlic supplies are dwindling as people are buying the last of the plaits, but the eggs are picking up supply! Andy the dog is clearly inspiring the chickens to lay…

I reckon we will be picking mulberries in the next week or so, and yesterday we harvested the apricots. Tomorrow – once the cooler weather has come, we will crank up the Aga and start on the jams. Red plum jam will be first up. Last year’s batch was delicious – so here’s hoping for this year’s. Should be plenty – the trees are heavy with fruit. If anyone fancies coming and making jam with us – sing out!