08 May Exploring the World of Foraging with Lizzie Farmer

In the UK, there’s a growing interest in sustainable foraging practices as people realize the importance of respecting nature while reaping its bounty. With diverse landscapes from woodlands to coastal shores, the UK offers plenty of opportunities for responsible foraging. However, starting out can be daunting—how do you know what’s safe to eat and what sustainable foraging looks like?

That’s where experts like Lizzie Farmer come in. Lizzie, who grew up surrounded by nature, sees foraging as a way of collaborating with the environment, giving back as much as taking.

Lizzie says ‘I have amazing memories as a child of just getting out into the countryside with my late dad David. He was a source of unending encouragement and had a huge influence on my life. I lost my dad when I was just 18 and this impacted my life massively. I tried to keep true to his teachings and, as I had children of my own, I would enjoy walks in nature, picking up goodies that we could cook later that day.’

Lizzies business ‘Tellus Mater’ started as she wanted her youngest son to engage more in nature. Friends and family joined her walks and she was soon getting asked to extend this to others so they could feel the awesome benefits of connecting with mother nature. Tellus Mater was born and lizzie is loving the adventure!

Based in the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside, Tellus Mater delivers well-being, foraging and nature walks that are carefully designed to educate participants on the wild flora, fauna and fungi that is native to the UK.

But being a forager isn’t easy, especially in a world where buying from stores is more convenient. Lizzie works tirelessly to showcase the wonders of foraging, offering workshops and talks to spread the message. Partnering with organizations like the National Trust, Bridge Substance Misuse, and Spring, Lizzie aims to make foraging accessible to everyone, helping more people appreciate the beauty of the natural world.

Find out more about Tellus mater on the website www.tellus-mater.co.uk, on facebook https://www.facebook.com/TellusMater2021, or on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lizzy_maryjane_farmer