Here at Langage Farm, we know that our success depends on the land beneath our feet. The rolling Devon countryside not only provides the lush pastures our cows graze on, but also inspires us to be as sustainable and environmentally responsible as possible.
And that’s not just something we say — it’s something we do, every day.
Small Changes, Big Impact
Farming and food production inevitably leave a footprint, but we believe that footprint should be as gentle as possible. Over the years, we’ve introduced a number of sustainable systems across the farm to help reduce our environmental impact and care for our local ecosystem — especially during the busy summer months when demand for our ice cream, clotted cream, and yogurts soars.
Here are just a few of the ways we’re putting sustainability at the heart of everything we do:
♻️ 1. On-Site Anaerobic Digestion Plant
Did you know we generate our own energy? Our anaerobic digester turns food waste — including leftover dairy and agricultural by-products — into renewable energy. This green electricity powers much of the farm, including our creamery.
It also produces a nutrient-rich natural fertiliser, which we use on the fields instead of synthetic alternatives. It’s a circular system that reduces emissions and keeps the land healthy.
2. Home-Grown Herd, Home-Grown Milk
We’re proud to raise our own Jersey and Guernsey cows, just a short walk from the creamery. Their milk is collected fresh each day, reducing the need for transport, chilling, and long storage.
Fewer food miles mean fresher products — and a smaller carbon footprint.
🧴 3. Packaging Progress
We’ve made great strides with our packaging, moving toward recyclable materials wherever possible and reviewing our plastics use across all product lines. We also encourage our stockists and customers to recycle or reuse packaging where they can.
🌳 4. Hedgerows & Habitats
We manage our hedgerows carefully, maintaining wildlife corridors that support birds, insects, and bees (more on that in Blog 3!). Our grassland is rich in native species, and our fields are rotated and grazed in a way that encourages biodiversity and soil health.
Summer is a Busy Time — But Nature Still Comes First
July brings longer days, greener fields, and busier orders — but it also reminds us how important our connection to the land really is.
Every time you pick up a pot of Langage Farm ice cream or clotted cream, you’re not just buying a product made in Devon — you’re supporting a farm that’s doing its best to tread lightly, think long-term, and farm for the future.