One way to support arable plants and provide food and habitat for farmland birds is to grow blocks of seed-bearing crop mixtures under low-input management. These wild bird seeds can provide grubs and insects for birds during the summer, and then in the winter and spring, the crop will provide both seeds and cover for birds to forage and shelter. By choosing the right wild bird seeds and incorporating them into our farming practices, we can create a more supportive and sustainable ecosystem for a variety of species.