Rooted: Stories of Life, Land and a Farming Revolution

Sarah Langford's personal account of a revolution in British farming reveals the challenges faced by farmers due to climate change, Brexit, and falling incomes. She explores the regenerative change being led by a new generation of farmers and highlights the human side of modern farming, emphasizing the importance of restoring our earth and ensuring a sustainable future.

Format: Hardback
Length: 368 pages
Publication date: 07 July 2022
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Sarah Langford, a barrister who had abandoned her rural origins to pursue a career in the city, found herself returning to an agricultural lifestyle in the countryside. However, she observed that farmers faced distinct challenges compared to her grandfather, who had fed a starving nation after war. Coping with climate change, Brexit, and declining incomes, they faced accusations of ecological mismanagement from a hostile media and public. Nevertheless, as Sarah sought guidance from these farmers to understand the land, she discovered a new generation of farmers embarking on a regenerative journey.

In her book, "Rooted," Sarah intricately weaves her own narrative alongside the stories of these diverse farmers, encompassing dairy and arable operations, traditional and experimental approaches. These intimate and poignant tales shed light on the human aspect of modern farming, revealing how land connects us on a profound level, encompassing global sustainability, relationships with physical and mental health, communities, the planet, and ourselves.

An authentic and beautifully written portrayal of 21st-century farming, this deeply personal account makes a compelling case that the responsibility of restoring our earth and securing a sustainable future for both our food and ourselves lies in the hands of those who reside closest to the land. Through her captivating storytelling, Sarah invites readers to embark on a journey of discovery, challenging us to reevaluate our relationship with agriculture and embrace the transformative power of regenerative practices.

Weight: 482g
Dimension: 145 x 223 x 37 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780241503744