Stuart is a mixed farmer from Northumberland, specializing in beef cattle and sheep, along with some arable production. Trained by Understanding Ag, he applies their 6-3-4 principle-led system on the family farm, which has transitioned from conventional management to a low-input approach. Stuart’s focus is on enhancing farm profitability through soil health rather than than yields. He was awarded UK Soil Farmer of the Year in 2023.