ACRE Farm is the vision of husband and wife team, Emily and Alexander Aitchison alongside Alexander’s parents Caroline and Robin. Based in the heart of East Suffolk at Monewden Hall near the market town of ACRE Farm is the vision of husband-and-wife team Emily and Alexander Aitchison, alongside Alexander’s parents, Caroline and Robin. Located in the heart of East Suffolk at Monewden Hall, near the market town of Framlingham, the farm is dedicated to regenerative and sustainable agriculture.

In 2022, Emily and Alexander embarked on a mission to restore the farm, enrich the soil, and strengthen the local community. Their first major project was a designated 10-hectare agroforestry initiative, supported by the Woodland Trust. By early 2024, they had planted 2,500 trees and over 1,500 meters of hedgerows. The vision for ACRE Farm is to revive traditional farming practices while regenerating the soil, relying on minimal external inputs, and eliminating the use of fertilizers and herbicides. A guiding principle remains at the core of their efforts: maximize the benefits provided by natural ecosystems.

In the medium term, the goal is to create a self-sustaining system that significantly reduces reliance on fossil fuels while supplying the local community with an abundance of high-quality, nutritionally diverse food. At the heart of the project is a wood-fired bread oven, which not only produces delicious sourdough bread but will also be used to create a variety of baked goods. Additionally, fruit crops will be used to make jams, chutneys, preserves, and seasonal treats.

Looking ahead, ACRE Farm plans to introduce silvopasture, enhance water management systems, and continue planting more trees and hedgerows. Stay tuned for updates as the journey unfolds...