Week one – Meet Pete Wright
From Suburban Roots to Organic Pioneer
Pete Wright’s passion for growing began in childhood, he moved to Somerset from Croydon London in 1995 to pursue his sustainable agricultural dream. At first volunteering at various organic farms then moved to Tinkers Bubble and stayed there for twenty years, growing veg and living on the land sharing skills and produce.
Today, Pete lives full-time on his smallholding, a stone’s throw from our store. He’s turned his life into a fully sustainable operation – repurposing a large disused glasshouse, digging his own reservoir, and growing an incredible range of organic veg.
He supplies Earthfare, as well as a number of local cafes and restaurants, with:
- Tomatoes
- Aubergines
- Courgettes & Cucumbers
- Green Peppers & more!
But that’s just a small part of what Pete grows. He’s constantly experimenting with new crops and techniques, always learning from the land and exploring more sustainable ways to grow.
He also practices crop rotation – moving different types of plants around the garden each year. It’s an age-old method that:
- Keeps the soil healthy
- Naturally reduces pests
- Helps crops thrive without chemicals
This year has been especially tough, with long dry spells affecting yields, even with Pete’s reservoir. But, as ever, he adapts, perseveres, and keeps growing.
When you buy Pete’s produce, you’re supporting more than a grower. You’re backing someone who grows with intention, lives by his values, and cares about the future of food.
He’s a strong believer in organic farming, not just for taste but for the long-term health of our soil, bodies, and planet.
“We worry about the cost of organic,” Pete says,
“but maybe we should be asking why fruit and veg is so cheap.”
Pete is deeply aware of the damage that chemical farming causes from depleted soil to water pollution, and refuses to take shortcuts. He knows that food grown the right way might cost more, but the cost of not doing so is far greater.
Let’s Celebrate Organic September…
