Dr Ruby hosts an island tour showcasing some of the ways farmers are improving their soil and environment for the future. But could a knock to the head of journalist, John Dunny, stop the good news spreading to the mainland?  A timely and highly readable book! If you want to learn, while having a smile on your face, then George the Farmer: The Island of Big Ideas is for you. Food and farming systems are so incredibly important, and this story brings them to life and leaves the reader feeling inspired. An accessible and engaging book for both kids and parents, on the most important of topics of producing food and having a healthy planet." - Dr Anika Molesworth Author, Farmer, Scientist, Young Farmer of the Year   "George takes us on an adventure of holistic thinking and shows us the commonsense of working with natural systems.