Limited edition fine art print of a wildflower NUM3 plantation at Fiskerton in Lincolnshire. Imagine my delight to discover that a local farmer had planted 2 fields full of beautiful wild flowers. This local crop is a special seed mix called NUM3 which encourages insects and wildlife. Planting NUM3 is a UK government "sustainable farming incentive" (SFI), which improves soil health and mitigates the impacts of extreme weather through rotation. The government pays farmers per hectare per year to grow the crop - spring wheat and barley are not always that profitable for farmers and so sowing NUM3 can be a safe bet, as well as being better for the environment too. Buzzing with insects, bees and birds, this local footpath through the fields became a haven for a period over the summer where the villagers would wander up to relax, enjoy the peace and watch the sun go down. I'm delighted that this image was a finalist in the 'Plants and Planet' category in International Garden Photographer of the Year (IGPOTY) 2025.
