We produce a delicious premium extra virgin oil made from British rapeseed grown and pressed on our farm in Suffolk. hillfarm cold pressed rapeseed oil is a natural choice for anyone looking for a fully traceable, sustainable British oil.

Cold pressed rapeseed oil has less than half the saturated fat of olive oil. In fact, it has the lowest level of saturated fat of any oil! This makes it the best choice for looking after your heart. It’s also higher in polyunsaturated fats, which help tolower LDL cholesterol, and has the ideal balance of essential omega-3 and 6 oils. Omega-3 in particular plays an important role in brain function and development and is present in much higher levels in cold pressed rapeseed oil than olive oil. The higher levels of vitamin E in rapeseed oil are good news too. Vitamin E is an important antioxidant,which protects cell membranes. It also helps tomaintain healthy skin and eyes and strengthen the immune system. The Suffolk Carbon Charter is an award run jointly by Suffolk County Council and the Environment Agency that recognises carbon reduction measures in Suffolk ’s businesses. We are delighted to hold the Silver award for significantly reducing our carbon emissions. Farmers are hugely dependent on the weather which is why we’re notorious for always moaning about it! A wet summer leads to soil damage whilst we harvest our crops. This causes us more work, as we then have to try to repair the soil structure. Soil Cold pressed rapeseed oil is a natural source of plant sterols, which the British Heart Foundation advises can provide cholesterol-lowering benefits when consumed in sufficient quantities as part of a healthy balanced diet. We leave our hedge cutting as late in the winter as we can so the wild birds can forage for berries and nuts through the cold winter months and build their nests undisturbed in the spring. We only cut 40% of our hedges each year, which helps to protect their habitats. The Red Tractorby Lawrence Frohn, April 26, 2019 Not sure whether to buy cold pressed rapeseed oil or olive oil? Here’s our top 8 reasons why the homegrown option is far and away the better choice! Rapeseed oil is rich in tocopherols, which are vitamin E compounds. Refining oils can reduce vitamin E levels, which is why cold pressed oil is a much better choice. Tocopherols are used by our body to manufacture the antioxidants vital for protecting us against cell damage from free radicals (oxidative stress). Free radicals are a byproduct of our metabolism so a regular source of vitamin E is essential in a balanced diet.” – Lucy Williamson Vitamin K At this time of year I spend a lot of time making pastry for mince pies and other puddings as well as warming savoury dishes. Cold pressed rapeseed oil contains polyphenol antioxidants, which are important for our cells, and carotenoids, which the body converts into vitamin A.

A report by the DGCCRF found that nearly half of the olive oils sold in France are falsely labelled, with many claiming to be of higher quality than they really are. According to the study many contained other oils or falsely claimed to be “extra virgin” or “organic”. The situation is even worse in Italy, where around 50 per cent of all extra-virgin olive oil sold is adulterated with cheap, poor-quality oil, according to Italian police. Globally, the proportion is said to be even higher, reported the Financial Times. If you love a teatime cake and a cuppa but need to keep an eye on your cholesterol, try our healthier tea time cake. Using our oil and natural yoghurt instead of butter or margarine creates a pretty golden colour while making it much better for you! We’ve also included ground almonds and polenta for an irresistible flavour and texture. Hillfarm oil is a rich source of omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, which are vital for our hearts, brain function and eyes. It’s also a balanced source of omega 6, the other essential fatty acids that need to be included in our diet. High in omega 3 with unbeatably low levels of saturated fat, Hillfarm oil is a simple way to nourish and protect your heart and body every day. It’s also the only oil or fat any cook needs. As well as being a pure and natural alternative to refined and saturated fats for frying, roasting and baking, our healthy all-rounder is a healthy and delicate alternative to extra virgin olive oil or coconut oil for dressings, marinades and sauces. Bees are important to us and we do take great care not to harm them in any way. In 2016, our commitment to save the bees was recognised by Friends of the Earth in their Bee Friendly Shopper’s Guide to Rapeseed Oil.Cold pressed rapeseed oil contains higher levels of plant sterols than refined varieties and almost twice as much as olive oil.” – Lucy Williamson Polyphenols and carotenoids

While fat is an essential part of our diets , health professionals recommend choosing unsaturated fats over saturated fats to help lower cholesterol levels and protect our hearts. Cold pressed rapeseed oil is lower in saturated fat than any other oil – with less than half the saturated fat level of olive oil! Vitamin K ensures good musculoskeletal development and is required for blood clotting. Hillfarm oil is only second to sunflower oil in the amount of Vitamin K it contains.” – Lucy Williamson High smoke point There is no oil as versatile as extra virgin cold pressed rapeseed oil. While each variety of olive oil has distinct limited uses, Hillfarm oil is as good for roasting and frying as it is for creating salad dressings or dips. You can even use it in your baking for healthier cakes! It’s the ultimate all-rounder and the perfect choice for cooks who would rather have one bottle in their cupboard instead of three or four (or more!). 6. It’s cheaper than the equivalent olive oil Cold pressed rapeseed oil, on the other hand, is entirely natural. Nothing is added during pressing, which takes place right here on our farm in our solar powered barn. If you’re looking for a healthy, natural, versatile British product for baking, this is it! Citrus cakesWe use screw presses – the seeds fall into the thread of the screw and the movement draws the seed through, squeezing out the oil as it is drawn down the shaft of the screw. The oil is pushed out through small holes in the casing. The meal that comes out the other end, is collected up and is used to make animal feed. The key to sustainable arable farming is to feed the soil and help the soil to feed the crops. We use poultry manure to feed the soil and some manufactured fertilisers to feed the crops. Extra virgin’ means extracted from a first pressing without the use of any chemicals, while ‘cold pressed’ means extracted solely by mechanical means without using heat (which destroys the delicate flavours as well as its nutrients). Our rapeseed oil is both ‘extra virgin’ and ‘cold pressed’ as well as ‘single origin’. The equivalent standard olive oil would cost at least four times as much as Hillfarm oil. Olive oils at similar prices, meanwhile, are a blend of oils from various countries. Even the best-known Italian brand olive oils at our price point are made by blending varying quality oils from various EU countries. 7. It’s low in food miles Cold pressed rapeseed oil has a much higher smoke point than extra virgin olive oil or standard olive oil. This makes it ideal for all types of cooking, as a panel on BBC Radio 4’s The Kitchen Cabinet agreed. Its high smoke point also means cold pressed rapeseed oil retains its nutritional benefits, whereas olive oil will lose some of its nutrients if allowed to smoke. Burnt oils also change their molecular structure, which experts point out can be harmful to health. 3. It is what it says it is

Hillfarm oil is high in vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant that’s essential to reduce cell damage, keep skin healthy and help to build a strong immune system. White garlic oil– Looking for an effortless way to enjoy the fresh taste of garlic? Dress, marinate, fry or roast with our garlic cold pressed rapeseed oil to add the fragrant flavour of garlic to your favourite meals. Here’s my recipe – I urge you to try it, or if like some of our family you like mince pie alternatives try it with lemon curd or bakewell tarts in the photograph. With the same low levels of saturated fat and high levels of omega 3 and vitamin E as Hillfarm Oil, they’re just as good for your heart and body too.
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The other day I was bored of the fiddly job of rubbing butter into the flour, and besides, we know our cold pressed rapeseed oil is healthier than butter! So I thought why not replace the butter for oil! Most refined oils are extracted using chemical solvents and high temperatures. Although the process is highly efficient abstracting 98% of the oil from the seed, compared to our 70%, it removes the taste, smell and colour. Applewood & Oak Smoked Oil– Love smoky flavours? Dress, marinate, fry or roast with our oak and apple wood smoked cold pressed rapeseed oil to add a delicate smoky taste to meals without firing up your barbecue! The Great Taste Awards are the UK’s most well recognised awards for food and drink and we’re proud to display a number of stars across our product range.