Civil Eats

DECEMBER 4, 2023

In China, for example, research shows that plastic field covers keep the soil warm and wet in a way that boosts productivity considerably; an additional 15,000 square miles of arable land—an area about the size of Switzerland—would be required to produce the same amount of food. But it carries the highest risks.”

Agriculture 145

Agriculture Agriculture Supply Chain Production 145

Sustainable Food Trust

OCTOBER 1, 2024

David narrowed his eyes beneath his wide-brimmed straw hat and scanned the plain of yellow esparto waving in the hot wind. The way forward and the way back – sheep were never really meant to be penned inside small paddocks of intensively farmed grass, unless it was for short periods to manure arable land.

Arable Land 98

Arable Land Straw Marketing Manure 98

Sustainable Food Trust

JANUARY 14, 2025

The land is leased to several farmers who run independent businesses, producing fruit and vegetables, eggs and chicken. The arable land is farmed in a multi-year rotation including fodder crops such as lucerne, grains and vegetables such as carrots, potatoes, beetroot and parsnips.

Pasture 64

Pasture Straw Cattle Arable Land 64