Rooted: Stories of Life, Land and a Farming Revolution

Presented by Penguin, this is a captivating personal account of a revolution in British farming. Sarah Langford, a former city-based barrister, found herself drawn back to the countryside and the agricultural life she had once left behind. In doing so, she witnessed farmers grappling with challenges vastly different from those faced by her grandfather, who had helped feed a nation in the aftermath of war.

Beset by the impacts of climate change, Brexit, and declining incomes, these modern farmers also encountered accusations of ecological mismanagement from a hostile media and public. Yet, as Sarah sought to learn from them about the land, she also discovered a new generation of farmers embarking on a path of regenerative change.

In "Rooted," Sarah weaves her own story around these diverse farmers - from dairy to arable, traditional to experimental - who taught her the true meaning of being a farmer. Intimate and moving, these stories shed light on the human dimension of contemporary farming, revealing how the land connects us all. This connection extends beyond global sustainability to encompass our relationships with physical and mental health, our communities, our planet, and ourselves.

This authentic, beautifully written portrait of 21st-century farming presents a powerful case: the task of restoring our Earth and ensuring a sustainable future for our food and ourselves lies in the hands of those who live closest to the land. Through Sarah's deeply personal account, readers gain a newfound appreciation for the challenges and triumphs of modern farmers, who are at the forefront of a crucial transformation in the way we engage with and steward the land.

Intimate, insightful, and timely, "Rooted" offers a compelling glimpse into the evolving landscape of British agriculture, where a new breed of farmer is charting a course towards a more sustainable, regenerative future. This book invites us to reconsider our own relationship with the land and the vital role it plays in our individual and collective well-being.

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