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We are always looking to expand our knowledge and love reading so why not share some of our favourite reads and a brief outline of what we think made them so insightful.
Our work spans a wide range across Food from Farming so we look forward to building a varied and interesting library.
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Leiths Baking Bible
by Susan Spaull & Fiona Burrell
Whether you are an enthusiastic, experienced baker or a nervous beginner, then this is the book for you. The Baking Bible is a comprehensive collection of staple baking recipes including breads, cakes, pastries, meringues and biscuits. I particularly love this book because it goes into detail about the ingredients, equipment, the history of the recipes, points to remember and what has gone wrong when… You are guaranteed to never have a soggy bottom again! (Eilidh)
Native
by Patrick Laurie
As a local lass born in Galloway this book really resonated with me. I loved the narrative of the book and how the author is working with traditional breeds to benefit the landscape and nature of the region while telling the story of his life throughout a year. (Sheena)
Building Soil
by Elizabeth Murphy
I have a lot of reference books that I read once and don’t come back to but Building Soil isn’t one of those! I love how clear the explanations are, especially soil analysis. it takes a lot of confusion away from test results and gives clear advice. I particularly like the notes to tailor your compost or soil to what you are growing. (Harrie)
Field Work: What Land Does to People & What People Do to Land
by Bella Bathurst
Sitting around the kitchen table one day during calving, we were discussing what books we were reading or had read recently. This one was mentioned which I hadn’t read at the time and loaned to me. Well, even in the peak of calving I still managed to get through it in less than a week. This is a fantastic book exploring the different professions of people who work on the land. (Sheena)
Divide: The relationship crisis between town and country
by Anna Jones
Finally a book exploring that divide that we have between town and country. I was delighted when Anna said she writing this and of course she just didn’t disappoint. A thought provoking and well written book that should be on everyones bookshelf. (Sheena)
Ultra-Processed People
by Chris van Tulleken
I’ve finally (after sitting in the to read pile for a couple of months) started reading this book and I can’t put it down!
I personally think it should be on everyone’s reading list. It’s certainly an eye opener and for any of you following diets, just stop and read this before you contemplate your weight loss regime!
I’m off to master the art of making my own tortilla wraps. Something I used to buy regularly but won’t anymore. (Sheena)