Anthony Calder serves as the Director and Head of Lettings for Savills’ Brook Green and Shepherds Bush teams in London. His career in property management began over a decade ago, starting as a property manager before transitioning to a lettings negotiator specializing in the Parsons Green and Bishops Park markets. In May 2018, he led the Bishops Park lettings team and, by February 2019, took charge of the Brook Green and Shepherds Bush team, overseeing notable developments like the Television Centre and White City Living. A lifelong resident of southwest London, Anthony holds a BSc in Applied Business Management from Imperial College and is a member of the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA). savills.co.uk+1Brixton Village+1
The Black Farmer: Celebrating Diversity in British Agriculture
Founding and Mission
Established in 2004 by Wilfred Emmanuel-Jones MBE, The Black Farmer brand emerged from Emmanuel-Jones’s passion for British farming and his personal journey from Jamaica to the UK. The brand aims to promote diversity and inclusivity within the agricultural sector, challenging traditional norms and encouraging individuals from various backgrounds to engage with farming. theblackfarmer.com+8Food & Drink International+8FoodManufacture.co.uk+8Scramble+1FarmingUK+1
Expansion and Community Engagement
The Black Farmer opened its first permanent retail location in Brixton Village, London, in December 2023. This farm shop offers high-quality produce, ready-to-eat meals, and a café bar, serving as a community hub that bridges urban living with rural traditions. Building on this success, the brand secured a £1 million funding line in January 2025 to support expansion into high street retail, aiming to bring premium British products to a broader audience. Food & Drink International+5Brixton Village+5The Grocer+5Food & Drink International+1FoodManufacture.co.uk+1
Innovative Marketing and Recognition
In 2016, The Black Farmer launched its first television commercial, directed by Hollywood’s Tony Kaye. The ad, featuring Emmanuel-Jones engaging in Morris dancing and Flamenco, highlighted the brand’s commitment to celebrating rural traditions with a modern twist. The brand’s efforts to diversify the farming industry have been widely recognized, including a nomination for the Game Changer Award, which underscored its role in promoting inclusivity and inspiring future generations in agriculture. Brixton Village+7Pressat+7FoodManufacture.co.uk+7Scramble
Recent Developments
Continuing its growth, The Black Farmer opened a second farm shop at the iconic Television Centre in White City, West London, in February 2025. This location offers high-quality British produce and serves as a vibrant community space, furthering the brand’s mission to bring a piece of the countryside to the city and foster inclusivity within the food and farming industries. Scramble+5FarmingUK+5The Grocer+5
Conclusion
Both Anthony Calder and The Black Farmer exemplify dedication to excellence and diversity in their respective fields. Anthony’s leadership in residential lettings and The Black Farmer’s commitment to transforming British agriculture reflect a shared vision of community engagement and innovation.
