This explains how the rough estimates of the area occupied by sheep in the UK were derived. By George Monbiot, published on monbiot.com, 11th January 2017. The total average consumption of lamb and mutton in the UK, both in and out of the home, is, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board, 5.0kg per … Continue reading Explanation of the Figures in Grim Reaping