April at Belli Beef

April brought its fair share of challenges. More rain on already soggy ground made for tricky conditions across the paddocks. The cows have been coping well thanks to our ongoing use of the mineral buffet - a line-up of essential minerals they can self-select from (yes, they literally know what they need and when - clever things).

A few of our girls have been under the weather, so we had the vet out and are giving them the care they need to get back on track. It’s all part of farming with animals, not just around them.

The shift in season is bringing a welcome change of pace and scenery. Cooler nights and warm days are rolling in, bringing foggy mornings - and with them, the most beautiful fogbow you've ever seen. Nature showing off in all the best ways.

Stock Update - Stock coming soon!

We're currently running low on beef as we await the arrival of our fresh autumn stock. Thanks for your patience and support - it means a lot to a small regenerative farm like ours.

Fresh beef is due back in stock mid-May, and our new Seasonal, Family Feast, and Essentials Boxes will be available as soon as we’re packed and ready.

Keep an eye on your inbox and socials - we’ll let you know the moment they’re live!

Grow and Know:

Although we didn’t host any workshops in April, the garden has been busy in its own quiet way. We’ve been planting out seedlings for our upcoming market garden - greens, brassicas, roots, and plenty of herbs. It’s that in-between time where summer says goodbye and winter slowly knocks on the door.

In Syn City (our cheeky nickname for the syntropic rows), we’re still deep in pruning mode. Now’s the time to cut back summer growth, clear canopy space, and feed the soil in preparation for winter. Pruning is more than tidy-up work - it’s part of the succession rhythm in syntropic systems, where light, airflow, and ground cover are balanced to keep the soil fed and the ecosystem humming.

Winter crops will soon be going in our market garden - think leafy greens, garlic, broad beans, beetroot, onions and more. These are the quiet heroes of the cooler season, thriving under mulch, foggy mornings, and a bit of farm patience.

Want to get your hands in the soil with us this season? Keep an eye on the next Belli Beat for workshop dates!

The countdown is on for our Mother’s Day Roving Lunch - Sunday 11 May at 12pm, and the farm is buzzing with prep!

The grass is growing (fast!) and getting a fresh trim, the band’s warming up, and the menu is officially locked in (subject to change depending on what local produce is available). Everything’s falling beautifully into place for what’s shaping up to be a truly special day to celebrate the Mums who keep the world turning.

Wild Barrel has brewed a special batch of beer for the day - aging now in barrels and almost ready for keg transfer. The kombucha is brewing for those who don't drink beer or wine.

Our legendary lawn games are prepped, the scenery is dialled in, and we can’t wait to host you.

Renowned chef Matt Golinski will be crafting a roving long lunch using 100% local ingredients, including our very own Belli Beef - perfectly paired with Wild Barrel’s barrel-aged beers and kombucha.

Event details:

• Sunday 11 May

• From 12pm

• Roving long lunch, live music, lawn games & more

If you’ve already got your tickets - hooray! We’ll have hay bale seating as well as relaxing picnic blankets.

Spots are limited- there's less than 20 left, so if you've have been thinking about it - don't wait any longer - now’s the time! Tickets can be purchased on Humanitix website. https://events.humanitix.com/gourmet-grazingmaryvalley

We’re grateful, as always, for your support and for being part of our growing community. Here’s to cool nights, warm meals, and food that truly nourishes.

Until next month,

The Belli Beef Crew