British Agricultural Revolution

The British Agricultural Revolution

The British Agricultural Revolution was a time when farmers in Britain found clever new ways to grow more food. This happened from the mid-1600s to the late 1800s.

Farmers changed how they planted crops. They used a special method called the Norfolk four-course system. This helped the soil stay healthy and produced more food. They grew turnips in winter and clover, which added nutrients to the soil.

Because farms grew better food, more people could live in England and Wales. The population grew from about 5.5 million in 1700 to over 9 million by 1801.

These changes helped Britain prepare for the Industrial Revolution. Fewer farm workers were needed, so many people moved to cities to work in factories.

The ideas from Britain spread to places like France, Prussia, Russia, East Asia, and North America. Farmers everywhere learned new ways to grow more food.