What it is
Kiss the Ground exists as both a book by Josh Tickell and a 2020 Netflix documentary narrated by Woody Harrelson. Both tell the story of regenerative agriculture's potential to reverse climate change through soil carbon sequestration. The film features interviews with farmers, scientists, and activists, and the companion book provides deeper scientific context on soil health, carbon cycling, and agricultural policy.
Why we picked this
Kiss the Ground brought soil health to mainstream audiences in a way no previous media had achieved. The Netflix documentary reached millions of viewers and inspired a wave of consumer interest in regenerative agriculture. While some scientists have critiqued the carbon sequestration claims as optimistic, the core message that healthy soil is essential for climate stability is well supported.
Key takeaways
- The Netflix documentary has been viewed by millions and is credited with significantly increasing public awareness of regenerative agriculture.
- The companion book provides more nuanced scientific context on soil carbon dynamics than the documentary format allows.
- Kiss the Ground launched a companion organization that trains farmers and advocates for regenerative agriculture policy at federal and state levels.