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Welcome back to the Plant Free MD podcast with Dr. Anthony Chaffee! In this exciting return engagement, we're thrilled to reconnect with Natalie and Tara, the dynamic duo behind the Discover Ag podcast. This time, we delve deeper into their crucial work combating the misconceptions and outright falsehoods surrounding livestock agriculture, and explore the innovative ways they're amplifying the importance of animal-based agriculture in America and across the globe. Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen, co-hosts of the impactful Discover Ag docu-series and podcast, have been powerful voices for agriculture online for over a decade. Together, they've cultivated a thriving community exceeding 220,000, graced stages worldwide, and empowered countless individuals to reconnect with the vital agricultural industry and the people who nourish us. Natalie Kovarik, rooted in the Nebraska Sandhills, continues to share her authentic ranching and family life, showcasing the beauty of the western lifestyle and building trust in agriculture. Alongside her husband and their three sons, she manages Kovarik Cattle Co., a growing cow-calf operation. Natalie's dedication to sharing her story has fostered an online community of over 120,000, led to an apparel line supporting agricultural foundations, and prompted speaking engagements across the sector. She also co-founded Elevate Ag, an online resource empowering producers to effectively utilize social media. Tara Vander Dussen, a New Mexico native, fifth-generation dairy farmer, environmental scientist, and mother of two, balances her career as an environmental consultant with her passionate advocacy. While her husband, Daniel, manages their family dairy farm, Tara's influence extends to national and global stages, including the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization Committee on World Food Security and the Forbes AgTech Summit. Alongside co-hosting Discover Ag, she co-founded Elevate Ag, equipping farmers and ranchers with the tools to share their stories and grow their businesses. Join us as we explore the latest developments in their mission to champion animal-based agriculture!"   ✅ Dr Chaffee's website: www.thecarnivorelife.com ✅Join my PATREON for early releases, bonus content, and weekly Zoom meetings! https://www.patreon.com/AnthonyChaffeeMD ✅Sign up for our 30-day carnivore challenge and group here! https://www.howtocarnivore.com/ ✅Stockman Steaks, Australia Discount link for home delivered frozen grass-fed and grass finished pasture raised meat locally sourced here in Australia! Use discount code "CHAFFEE" for free gift with qualifying orders! http://www.stockmansteaks.com.au/chaffee ✅ 60-minute consultation with Dr Chaffee https://calendly.com/anthonychaffeemd/60-minute-consultation   Sponsors and Affiliates: ✅ Brand Ambassador for Stone and Spear tallow and soaps referral link https://www.stoneandspeartallow.com/?ref=gx0gql8b Discount Code "CHAFFEE" for 10% off ✅ Carnivore t-shirts from the Plant Free MD  www.plantfreetees.com ✅THE CARNIVORE BAR: Discount Code "Anthony" for 10% off all orders!   https://the-carnivore-bar.myshopify.com/?sca_ref=1743809.v3IrTuyDIi ✅Schwank Grill (Natural Gas or Propane) https://glnk.io/503n/anthonychaffeemd $150 OFF with Discount Code: ANTHONYMD ✅X3 bar system with discount code "DRCHAFFEE" https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-100676052-13511487 ✅Shop Amazon https://www.amazon.com/shop/anthonychaffeemd?ref=ac_inf_hm_vp   And please like and subscribe to my podcast here and Apple/Google podcasts, as well as my YouTube Channel to get updates on all new content, and please consider giving a 5-star rating as it really helps!   This podcast is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute the practice of medicine, nursing or other professional health care services, including the giving of medical advice, and no doctor/patient relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their health care professionals for any such conditions. Music Credit: Music by: bensound.com License code: MPTEUCI8DAXJOKPZ Music: bensound.com License code: FJQPPMCJLHEOYGQB Music: Bensound.com/royalty-free-music License code: KQAKMWSXIH3MJ4WX Music I use: https://www.bensound.com License code: 58NN4QOSKWJ7ASX9 

We're heading to the US today and meeting the stars of the Discover Ag podcast – New Mexico dairy farmer Tara Vander Dussen and Nebraska based rancher Natalie Kovarik. Discover Ag sets out to discuss ‘agriculture you can relate to', connect listeners with farmers and explore the food system. As well as the podcast Tara and Natalie formed Elevate Ag which helps producers to tell their story online .Meet the Farmers is produced by RuralPod Media, the only specialist rural podcast production agency. Please note that this podcast does not constitute advice. Our podcast disclaimer can be found here. About Ben and  RuralPod MediaBen Eagle is the founder and Head of Podcasts at RuralPod Media, a specialist rural podcast production agency. He is also a freelance rural affairs and agricultural journalist. You can find out more at ruralpodmedia.co.uk or benjamineagle.co.uk If you have a business interested in getting involved with podcasting check us out at RuralPod Media. We'd love to help you spread your message. Please subscribe to the show and leave us a review wherever you are listening. Follow us on social mediaInstagram @mtf_podcastTwitter @mtf_podcastWatch us on Youtube here Howden Rural InsuranceThis episode is sponsored by our primary sponsor Howden Rural Insurance.

Angela is joined by Tara Vander Dussen and Natalie Kovarik, for a very special episode in which they discuss various aspects of farming and food production, focusing on dairy farming, beef, and poultry. They address common concerns and misconceptions surrounding dairy products, such as the inflammatory effects of dairy and the presence of hormones, and the differences between grass-fed and grain-fed beef, the labelling confusion in the poultry industry, and the impact of different farming practices on the environment, emphasising the importance of food choice and transparency, encouraging listeners to make informed decisions based on their own preferences and values. KEY TAKEAWAYS There is ongoing research suggesting that milk does not cause inflammation, but the effects may vary depending on factors such as added sugars. Hormones naturally occur in dairy products, but the concern is more about added hormones. In the United States, RBST is no longer used in milk production. Homogenisation is a process that breaks up the cream in milk to create a consistent texture. Non-homogenised milk may require shaking before consumption or may have cream that rises to the top. Grass-fed, grass-finished beef may have higher omega-3 content compared to grain-finished beef. However, the omega-3 content in milk is generally low, regardless of the type of cow or diet. Food labelling can be confusing, and it is often more helpful to directly source food from local farmers to ask questions and gain transparency about the farming practices. BEST MOMENTS "There is a lot of new research that is really positive in milk, not causing inflammation, depending on, you know, are you adding, you know, sugar to it as a chocolate milk, all these different things that you can or cannot do." "I think if you have the means and access to supporting local and buying direct from the farmer, I think that's kind of the point, right? Cause then you can ask all those questions." "I think sometimes we get so in the weeds about the conversations of, you know, like you said, Omega threes versus Omega sixes. And, um, and we kind of lose sight of the big picture, which is, you know, meat is one of the most, um, milk to, you know, whole, whole animal proteins are one of the best things we can put in our body." "So there's a lot, I think when it comes to the environment part, that isn't necessarily true about, um, practices. And then also I think we're really, really losing sight of, um, what are, what actually happened to our bodies." VALUABLE RESOURCES Join The High Performance Health Community Take My Biohacking Quiz and Get A Free Personalised Report - www.yourtotalhealthcheck.comBecome an Insider of The Female Biohacker Collective and have Angela as Your Health Coach in Your Pocket - www.femalebiohacker.comFree Fasting Guide - www.angelafosterperformance.com/fastingPodcast Shownotes - www.angelafosterperformance.com/podcasts To take advantage of our Biostack special offer go to https://biostacklabs.com/pages/angela To express your interest in the Biosyncing program go to angelafoster.me/biosyncing   Elevate AG - https://taravanderdussen.com/blog/elevateag ABOUT THE GUESTS Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen are the co-hosts of the Discover Ag docu-series as well as the popular podcast Discover Ag. Collectively they have been advocating for agriculture online on various social media platforms for over 10 years. Together they have fostered a community of over 240k, spoken on stages across the nation and globe, and empowered a community to reconnect to the agriculture industry and the hands that feed us.   Natalie: From the heart of the Nebraska Sandhills, Natalie shares her ranching and familying story online to showcase the beauty behind the western lifestyle as well as foster a community who supports and trusts in Agriculture as much as she does. She and her husband (and their 3 boys) own and operate Kovarik Cattle Co, a cow calf operation with a growing registered herd where she spends a majority of her days collecting meaningful moments on the ranch bouncing around in a dusty old tractor or out in pasture on horseback. She has created an online community of over 115K, created an apparel line that gave back to ag foundations, spoken on ag stages, hosted business retreats for the ag community and co-founded Elevate Ag an online course for producers to learn to effectively use social media to share their story.   Tara: Tara is a New Mexico native, 5th generation dairy farmer, an environmental scientist, and mom of two girls. Daniel, her husband, manages all day-to-day on his family dairy farm while Tara has her own career as an environmental consultant, speaker, online agriculture advocate and podcaster. Tara has had the opportunity to speak at national and global conferences about dairy sustainability including at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization Committee on World Food Security and the Forbes AgTech Summit. As well as being the co-host of Discover Ag Tara is also the co-founder of Elevate Ag, an online course to provide farmers and ranchers with the ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women's Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. Angela's BioSyncing®️ Blueprint is currently closed. Click here to get on the waitlist. 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Welcome to the Plant Free MD podcast with Dr Anthony Chaffee. In this episode, I interview Natalie and Tara or the Discover Ag podcast on the misunderstandings and outright falsehoods portrayed about livestock agriculture. Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen are the co-hosts of the Discover Ag docu-series as well as the popular podcast Discover Ag. Collectively they have been advocating for agriculture online on various social media platforms for over 10 years. Together they have fostered a community of over 220k, spoken on stages across the nation and globe, and empowered a community too reconnect to the agriculture industry and the hands that feed us. NATALIE KOAVRIK: From the heart of the Nebraska Sandhills, Natalie shares her ranching and familying story online to showcase the beauty behind the western lifestyle as well as foster a community who supports and trusts in Agricultural as much as she does. She and her husband (and their 3 boys) own and operate Kovarik Cattle Co, a cow calf operation with a growing registered herd where she spends a majority of her days collecting meaningful moments on the ranch bouncing around in a dusty old tractor or out in pasture on horseback. Natalie has created an online community of over 120K, created an apparel line that gave back to ag foundations, spoken on ag stages, hosted business retreats for the ag community and co founded Elevate Ag an online course for producers to learn to effectively use social media to share their story. Tara Vander Dussen: Tara is a New Mexico native, 5th generation dairy farmer, an environmental scientist, and mom of two girls. Daniel, her husband, manages all day-to-day on his family dairy farm while Tara has her own career as an environmental consultant, speaker, online agriculture advocate and podcaster. Tara has had the opportunity to speak at national and global conferences about dairy sustainability including at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization Committee on World Food Security and the Forbes AgTech Summit. 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Welcome to Protecting Your Nest with Dr. Tony Hampton. Tara Vander Dussen is a fifth generation dairy farmer, farm wife, environmental scientist, mom to two girls and a New Mexico Native. After earning her degree in Environmental Science from the University of Arizona, she moved back to New Mexico, got married and accepted a position as an environmental scientist. Now, Tara and her husband,  along with their two girls, live and work on their own dairy in Eastern New Mexico. Along with Natalie Kovarik, she is the co-host of the Discover Ag Podcast. Natalie Kovarik was born and raised in South West Montana on a registered hereford operation. She received her degree in pharmacy and worked as a full time pharmacist until relocating to Nebraska when she married her husband - a Nebraska rancher. In a short 5 years Natalie has created an online community of over 140K, co-founded the top ranked food podcast Discover Ag, created an apparel line, spoken on ag stages across the nation, hosted business retreats for female rural entrepreneurs and co-founded Elevate Ag, an online course and community for producers to learn to effectively market themselves online. In this discussion, Dr. Tony, Tara, and Natalie talk about: (07:20) A day in the life of a female rancher (13:22) Perspectives on contentious veganism (19:01) Regenerative farming versus more conventional farming philosophies (21:45) Grass finished versus grain finished beef (28:34) Raw milk versus pasteurized/processed milk (33:58) Bioavailability of protein from plant sources versus animal sources (38:37) Wether regenerative agriculture is a feasible farming model for feeding the world (45:17) How to decide wether or not it is feasible to farm your land organically (47:53) Tara and Natalie's podcast and docuseries (50:06) How to open up conversation with vegans who are opposed on some level to animal-based eating Thank you for listening to Protecting Your Nest. For additional resources and information, please see the links below.   Links:   Natalie Kovarik: Website Instagram Discover Ag Podcast   Tara Vander Dussen: Website Instagram Discover Ag Podcast   Dr. Tony Hampton: Linktree Instagram Account LinkedIn Account Ritmos Negros Podcast Q Med Symposium for Metabolic Health Lectures How Waking Up Every Day at 4:30 Can Change Your Life Dr. Tony Hampton on Diana Rogers' Podcast

In this episode of the Kick Your Boots Up Podcast, hear Natalie Kovarik's story as she takes us on a journey through her world. From sharing her experiences as a devoted ranch mama to offering valuable insights into the agricultural industry through her Discover Ag podcast, Natalie's dynamic personality shines through as she effortlessly balances her rural lifestyle with her passion for fashion, proving that cowgirl boots and couture can indeed go hand in hand. Also, hear how Natalie likes her steak cooked. For a full episode transcript, visit our website at https://www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up.html

Hello everyone and welcome back to the Farming for Passive Income show where we strive to educate the agricultural community on how to create alternative income streams and diversification through commercial real estate private equity.   Natalie Kovarik, a co-host of the popular podcast Discover Ag, and the co-founder of Elevate Ag, an online course and community providing producers with the tools they need to advocate and share online successfully. She and her husband live in central Nebraska, where they own and operate Kovarik Cattle Company, a cow-calf operation with a growing registered herd.   2:20 From Being a Pharmacist to Social Media Influencer 3:30 How to use Social media for Natalie? 6:25 How she and her husband started in Social Media? 11:05 How are they positioning Kovarik cattle company in Social Media? 14:10 Tips from Natalie about which SocMed to use  16:00 What is Elevate Ag? 21:10 What other challenges do farmers need to overcome and use social media?  25:30 What is her take on the time needed to develop a presence and provide renewed guidance to encourage perseverance and avoid giving up too soon on Social Media? 30:20 Her future aspirations 33:10 Takeaway from Natalie   Connect with Natalie: Podcast - Discover Ag IG - @nataliekovarik   Keep updated, join our investor list:  https://farmerscapitalgroup.com/join  

On today's episode, I'm joined by Natalie Kovarik as we chat all about the value of investing in yourself, the power of personal development and the passion and courage it takes to succeed in life and business. Natalie Kovarik is the co-host of the popular podcast Discover Ag as well as the co-founder of Elevate Ag - an online course and community providing producers with the tools they need to successfully advocate and share online. She and her husband live in Central Nebraska where they own and operate Kovarik Cattle Co, a cow-calf operation with a growing registered herd. For the past 3 years, Natalie has been sharing her ranching and family story online to showcase the beauty behind the western lifestyle as well as foster a community that supports and trusts in Agriculture as much as she does.  Resources & Links: The Quote of the Day Show podcast Climbing with Coach Kiah podcast Gather in Growth podcast Get our FREE resource for Writing a Strong Job Description Get our FREE resource for Making the Most of Your Internship Email us at hello@ofthewest.co Join the Of The West Email List List your jobs on Of The West Connect with Natalie: Follow on Instagram @nataliekovarik Subscribe to the Discover Ag podcast Connect with Jessie: Follow on Instagram @ofthewest.co and @mrsjjarv Follow on Facebook @jobsofthewest Check out the Of The West website Be sure to subscribe/follow the show so you never miss an episode!

This week we are revisiting an earlier episode that is still highly relevant to today's water discussion. We are looking back on episode 88: New Mexico Milkmaid.Tara Vander Dussen, Co-Owner of Elevate Ag., walks us through the operations and regulatory state for running a commercial dairy. We also discuss the need for effective story telling and communication about the importance of agriculture and building a broader understanding for its role in the water community.

Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen are the co-hosts of the Discover Ag docu-series as well as the popular podcast Discover Ag. Collectively they have been advocating for agriculture online on various social media platforms for over 10 years. Together they have fostered a community of over 220k, spoken on stages across the nation and globe, and empowered a community to reconnect to the agriculture industry and the hands that feed us.    From the heart of the Nebraska Sandhills, Natalie shares her ranching and familying story online to showcase the beauty behind the western lifestyle as well as foster a community that supports and trusts in Agricultural as much as she does. She and her husband (and their 3 boys) own and operate Kovarik Cattle Co, a cow-calf operation with a growing registered herd where she spends the majority of her days collecting meaningful moments on the ranch bouncing around in a dusty old tractor or out in pasture on horseback. She has created an online community of over 130K, created an apparel line that gave back to ag foundations, spoken on ag stages, hosted business retreats for the ag community and co-founded Elevate Ag an online course for producers to learn to effectively use social media to share their story. Tara is a New Mexico native, 5th generation dairy farmer, an environmental scientist, and mom of two girls. Daniel, her husband, manages all day-to-day on his family dairy farm while Tara has her own career as an environmental consultant, speaker, online agriculture advocate, and podcaster. Tara has had the opportunity to speak at national and global conferences about dairy sustainability including at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization Committee on World Food Security and the Forbes AgTech Summit. As well as being the co-host of Discover Ag Tara is also the co-founder of Elevate Ag, an online course to provide farmers and ranchers with the tools they need to successfully share their ag story and grow their businesses. Timestamps: 00:00 Trailer 00:52 Introductions 04:05 Natalie's experience leaving pharmacy 06:08 Criticisms about water use for cattle 09:01 Sustainability in ranch life 16:16 Soil regeneration 18:24 Specific breeds of cattle for specific goals 23:35 Weaning cycle for cattle 24:52 Vaccines for cattle 32:33 Animal treatment in ranching 37:41 Future of raising cattle 39:26 Online response with social media 42:48 Raw milk 46:22 Possible weak points in supply 51:28 Sustainably increasing herd size 55:53 Negativity from public See open positions at Revero: https://jobs.lever.co/Revero/ Join Carnivore Diet for a free 30 day trial: https://carnivore.diet/join/ Carnivore Shirts: https://merch.carnivore.diet Subscribe to our Newsletter: https://carnivore.diet/subscribe/ . ‪#revero #shawnbaker #Carnivorediet #MeatHeals #HealthCreation   #humanfood #AnimalBased #ZeroCarb #DietCoach  #FatAdapted #Carnivore #sugarfree  ‪

@DiscoverAg                Instagram: 4.5k    TikTok: 18.3k    YouTube: 356   @nataliekovarik    Instagram: 116kTikTok: 21.1k  Twitter 2.3k.   @taravanderdussenInstagram: 48.3k   TikTok: 5.6k    Catch UpWhere are they from, what do they farm, how did they get into farmingHow's the family - do they farm with family?Tara Vander Dussen & Natalie KovarikPodcast Discover Ag     -  Motto: “Agriculture you can relate to”Give their professional farming opinions on the top trending topics in the ag and food space to help you better understand the food system and connect with the hands the feed us~80 episodes                started in April 2022How did they start? What motivated them? Who is their support system? What misinformation were you hearing that encouraged you to share the truth about myths? What is the audience you are trying to reach? How do you respond to negative comments or perception towards agriculture online? Do you notice differences in perception towards women in agriculture or online? What advice would you give to women who dream of a career in agriculture? Tara Vander DussenNew Mexico Native: Born and Raised5th Generation Diary Farmer and Farm Wife - grew up and now on a dairy farmGirl Mom to TwoWhiskey Drinker and Fast Talker (Auctioneer fast????)Lover of all things Southwest including Green Chile, Turquoise and Beautiful SunsetsAn environmental scientists on dairy farm projectsWhat are some of your proudest projects? Most challenging? Natalie KovarikMom to 3 Boys (Tad, Jaks, Rue) – killer namesFrom Central Nebraska Kovarik cattle Co - cow calf operation w/ a growing registered herdWhat is Elevate Ag? Online course and community where farmers, ranchers and other producers can come together to access the tools and information they need to craft, share, and monetize their own personal Ag story while confidently advocating for the Agriculture industry What responses from producers are you hearing back? Is Elevate Ag making a difference? Who can access this online course? What are the next steps to getting involved? How has hosting the Discover Ag changed their life?   Why do it? How would they start it over differently?If you were an animal, what do you think you would be?Right now, who inspires you?If you could make anything bigger on your body what would it be? Start, Bench, CutBreakfast, lunch, dinnerTequila, vodka, wineYouTube, TikTok, FacebookDenim, sweatpants, chinosRoad trip, flying, cruisingShopping, museums, bar hopping What's next for them?What can our listeners do to help?What can we do to help?Knowing what you know now, what advice would you give yourself or others at 18? 

Join Dr. Kiltz and special guests Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen for a fresh perspective on professional farming, agriculture, the environmental impact of vegetarian and carnivore diets and much more!  Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen are the co-hosts of the popular podcast Discover Ag as well as co founders of the online course and community Elevate Ag. Collectively they have been advocating for agriculture online on various social media platforms for over 10 years. They have fostered a community of over 220k, spoken on stages across the nation and globe, and empowered a community to reconnect to the agriculture industry and the hands that feed us.   Natalie shares her ranching and farming story online to show the beauty behind the Western lifestyle and to foster a community that supports and trusts in Agriculture. She and her husband (and their 3 boys) own and operate Kovarik Cattle Co, a cow calf operation with a growing registered herd where she spends a majority of her days collecting meaningful moments on the ranch bouncing around in a dusty old tractor or out in pasture on horseback. She has created an online community of over 115K, created an apparel line that gave back to ag foundations, spoken on ag stages, and hosted business retreats for the ag community.  Tara is a 5th generation dairy farmer, an environmental scientist, and mom of two girls. Tara works as an environmental consultant, speaker, online agriculture advocate and podcaster. Tara has had the opportunity to speak at national and global conferences about dairy sustainability including at the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization Committee on World Food Security and the Forbes AgTech Summit.     In this episode you will discover:   Organic v.s. inorganic foods  Cattle's impact on the environment  What if we all went vegan?  Land erosion  Cattle and hormones, antibiotics, and more!  Connect with Natalie and Tara:  Discover Ag Instagram  Discover Ag Podcast  All Natalie's Links  All Tara's Links    Connect more with Dr. Kiltz:  Website  Kiltz Mighty Tribe - Free membership and 30-Day Course   Doctor Kiltz Nutritional Solutions  Instagram  Tiktok  Facebook  Amazon   

Elevate Ag's Sarah Beth Aubrey says climate education has been one of the biggest needs within the Indiana agricultural community. Catch past episodes of the podcast here!

Elevate Ag founder & CEO Sarah Beth Aubrey explains how and why she launched IN-CLIMATE to have more real, practical approaches to climate change in Indiana. Listen to the entire episode: https://republicen.org/podcast!

This week we're talking climate and agriculture with Elevate Ag founder and CEO Sarah Beth Aubrey. Aubrey joined host Chelsea Henderson to talk about how she's helping bring members of the Indiana ag community together to talk about real, practical approaches to climate change that can be achieved within the energy, agriculture, and food systems realm through her IN-CLIMATE network. Aubrey shares how climate education has been needed and paramount in helping Indiana farmers talk about practical solutions, the importance of agricultural legacy and also how more and more women are stepping up to lead in the agricultural sector. Don't miss this outstanding conversation with Sarah Beth Aubrey at https://republicen.org/podcast!

Jane Dukes, associate director, Value Chain and Consumer Affairs, speaks with Tara Vander Dussen and Brandi Buzzard Frobose. Tara is an environmental scientist, dairy farmer and online influencer. Some of you may know her as the “New Mexico Milkmaid” on social media. She's also a mom to two adorable little girls, and the co-founder of Elevate Ag. Brandi calls herself a Kansas “cowgirl.” She's also a rancher, mom and author of a blog, Buzzard's Beat. She has a suite of resources to help advocate for agriculture called “Amped Up Advocacy” Both of these women are tireless advocates for agriculture with tens of thousands of followers on social media. “I think to some extent we don't give grocery shoppers enough credit for what they can handle. There's always been a wall, like we want to give them information but not too much because we don't want to scare them off…but I feel like if grocery shoppers can see how we truly do care and we are doing what we need to do, even if that means expensive medical treatment to save an animal and a calf, that's the right thing to do.” - Brandi Buzzard FroboseConsumers are three to four generations removed from the farm and want more information about how their food is grown and raised. Farmers and ranchers are feeling the pressure of a changing dynamic and perceptions of the food chain. “If every single farmer and rancher shared their story online, I don't think there would be enough of us sharing. Every single farmer rancher out there is going to reach somebody different and that's why it's so important to have so many of us sharing our message is because we're going to connect and relate with people differently.” - Tara Vander DussenThis Week's Podcast:Meet Tara Vander Dussen an environmental scientist, dairy farmer and online influencer and and Brandi Buzzard Frobose a rancher, mom and author of a blog, Buzzard's BeatDiscover the benefits in “sharing your story” in agriculture and the trust that action can foster in consumersExplore the common misconceptions around “factory farming” and how this ambiguous term has created a stigma around larger operations in the minds of grocery shoppersClick the SpeakPipe link and let us know what your questions are! We will try to answer as many of them as we can on podcasts throughout the year.

Join the Listener Email List to never miss an episode!Natalie Kovarik is the co-host of the popular podcast Discover Ag as well as the co-founder of Elevate Ag - an online course and community providing producers with the tools they need to successfully advocate and share online. She and her husband live in Central Nebraska where they own and operate Kovarik Cattle Co, a cow calf operation with a growing registered herd. For the past 2 years Natalie has been sharing her ranching and family story online to showcase the beauty behind the western lifestyle as well as foster a community who supports and trusts in Agriculture as much as she does.Websites: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/elevatehttps://nataliekovarik.com/https://www.kovarikcattleco.com/Instagram: @nataliekovarik, @discoverag_, @elevateag_Podcast: Discover Ag----------SPONSERS:~Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/flyingfranchAre you loving the show and want more? Join me and my closest cheerleaders on Patreon!This platform is a way that helps me produce my podcast and give you the content and tools to propel your business, dreams and goals into success stories. ----------~ Start Your Shopify Trial!Build your business with Shopify to sell online, offline, and everywhere in between.Shopify has helped our business look professional, simple and converts our fans into loyal customers.Build your store online and get your brand in front of the eyes of people who are waiting to purchase from you. Start a free trial and enjoy 3 months of Shopify for $1/month on select plans.It's time to bring your idea to life. Or make your side hustle full-time. Or take your business to the next level. It's time to make your move.“Powered by Shopify”Free Shopify Trial-------------~TraegerThe traeger lineup brings ultimate wood-flavor to the table, unlocking your food's true potential. No matter which grill you select, Traeger's 6-in-1 ability means you can grill, smoke, bake, roast, braise, and bbq.Our family loves to smoke meats, cook pizza and even bake cookies on our Traeger Grill!Check Out Traeger Here!---------------FlodeskDesign emails that people LOVE to open with Flodesk!Your emails will look great on any device. Start with a template, or create your own from scratch.Flodesk Get 50% off Flodesk and start creating unique emails for your loyal subscribers!Traeger Get on the Traeger Train! Use my special code to get on board with Traeger!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

Tara Vanderdussen and Natalie Kovarik of Elevate Ag & the Discover Ag podcast join us today to discuss their business. Take a listen to learn about courses you can sign up for to engage in all things related to social media, public speaking, and podcasts!

On this week's show, Nat and Tara have a special advocacy episode today with Dr. Jessica Finck and they plan to cover several topics including, Overview of Packing Plants Tracking of the Animals During Processing Direct to Consumer vs Packer Beef Why Aren't There More Processing Plants? Antibiotics in the Beef Industry And more! Follow Us on Social! Discover Ag YouTube | Discover Ag Instagram | @NatalieKovarik | @TaraVanderDussen Catch the show notes here: Elevate Ag the Podcast | A Business Building Podcast — Elevate Ag/065-packer-processing-with-merck

Today I'm joined by Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen of Elevate Ag. Last summer I attended Natalie's Rural Rooted retreat and Tara was one of the coaches during the weekend. Both of these women have been influential throughout my entrepreneurial journey. Our conversation tells the story of how they got to where they're at today and some tips and lessons learned along the way.    In this episode, we cover:  How to get started sharing online and the way it can evolve over the years  An insider perspective of running a partnership owned online business  Outsourcing in both your business and personal life  Utilizing your unique strengths to grow a business Navigating changes in Instagram and social sharing  Traveling and combating guilt as a mom and professional    Resources & Links: Join us at the ASCEND Retreat! Learn more about my speaking Get your YouDoYou32 tracker! (82's little sister!) Get your #YouDoYou82 tracker and join the Facebook community! Gather in Growth podcast produced by: Jill Carr Podcasting   Connect with Natalie & Tara:  Subscribe to their podcast, Discover Ag Connect with them on Instagram: @discoverag_ , @taravanderdussen , @nataliekovarik Connect with Emily: Follow on Instagram and Facebook Join my email list Check out my website Connect with on LinkedIn Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss the latest episode! Reviews help us reach more rockstar rural women, and are always greatly appreciated! Find the complete show notes here: https://www.emilyreuschel.com/025-tapping-into-your-strengths-and-story-with-natalie-kovarik-and-tara-vander-dussen

Welcome to the Fashionable Farmers podcast; where we talk all things agriculture and fashion. Advocating for women in the agriculture industry by sharing stories of both the pretty and gritty components of the ag lifestyle.    Hosted by Takaila and Tori Kendall, fifth generation farmers, sisters, and founders of T Lazy T Boutique, we are ready to connect and share the passions within women in ag.   Natalie Kovarik is the co-host of the popular podcast Discover Ag as well as the co-founder of Elevate Ag- an online course and community providing producers with the tools they need to successfully advocate and share online. She and her husbanc live in Central Nebraska where they own and operate Kovarik Cattle Co., a cow calf operation with a growing registered herd. For the past 2 years, Natalie has been sharing her ranching and familying story online to showcase the beauty behind the western lifestyle as well as foster a community who supports and trusts in Agriculture as much as she does.   Connect with Natalie @nataliekovarik @elevateag_ @discoverag_ -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Show notes: Episode 006 | Natalie Kovarik of Discover Ag, Elevate Ag, & Kovarik Cattle Co. (tlazytboutique.com) ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join our community at www.tlazytboutique.com ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Follow along: www.instagram.com/tlazytboutique

Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen are two remarkable ladies. They have done so much to advance the true side of agriculture online in a time where there is so much misinformation spread about ag. They reached out to me to have a conversation about what they have learned and how they came together to start a course called Elevate Ag to help individuals navigate the difficult landscape of social media to tell their story of agriculture. Go to https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ to sign up for this course

On this very special episode of Ag Chicks, I sit down with Cassandra, Stefanie, Natalie, Jenna, and Kirsten to discuss the pretty and gritty elements of women in agriculture. Link to Pretty & Gritty Jacket: https://www.tlazytboutique.com/product-page/pretty-gritty-canvas-jacket Link to shop Ag Chicks Merch: www.agchicks.net/shop More about today's guests: We are Cassandra and Stefanie Lepp, 2 sisters who run our family farm in Manitoba with our dad. We also keep him in line at his aerial spray business and do everything there but fly. Ground crew life is one of our favourite times of the year! I finished my business degree in 2010 and Stefanie got her interactive media arts diploma and modelled after high school. But both of us were drawn back the farm and what this lifestyle provides. We share our life on @thetulepps because representation matters and the world needs to know we do in fact look like farmers. Natalie Kovarik is the co-host of the popular podcast Discover Ag as well as the co-founder of Elevate Ag - an online course and community providing producers with the tools they need to successfully advocate and share online. She and her husband live in Central Nebraska where they own and operate Kovarik Cattle Co, a cow calf operation with a growing registered herd. For the past 2 years Natalie has been sharing her ranching and familying story online to showcase the beauty behind the western lifestyle as well as foster a community who supports and trusts in Agriculture as much as she does. Singer-songwriter Jenna Paulette — a cowgirl who came of age amid the gritty realities of ranch life — is part of Nashville's growing wave of female artists who are rewriting the rules and charting their own paths. Her finely calibrated blend of toughness and sensitivity is on full display in tracks like ”Country in the Girl” and “Pretty Ugly”, while current single “Slow Drawl” unleashes the sass and storytelling gleaned from those who precede her: The Chicks, Miranda Lambert, and Kacey Musgraves. Kirsten is a first generation rancHer living on and managing a ranch with her husband in Montana. You can find Kirsten on Instagram as @hashtagranchlife where she shares her journey into ranching, love of western fashion and all things ranch life! When she isn't riding horses or chasing cattle, Kirsten can be found drinking coffee, taking care of her chickens and watching Heartland! Connect with Ally: IG: @agchicks FB: @agchicks Website: www.agchicks.net **Thank you to our sponsors: ** Mudeas- www.mudeas.com Farmtee Co - www.farmteeco.com

At Merck Animal Health, we are committed to our customers. We want farmers, ranchers and veterinarians to share their stories. We're releasing our third series of Caring for Animals and Creating Trust videos this month that shines a light on their backstories, what motivates them, what they care about and how they do what they do. Producers need to bridge a communication gap as consumers become further removed from the farm than ever before. The average American is three generations removed from the farm and they have questions about how their food is grown and raised. At the same time, shifting demographics contribute to a lack of trust in the food we eat, and questions arise about farmers and sustainability, animal welfare and production practices. While there's plenty of research trying to get to the bottom of what consumers want to know, what do we, in the food value chain wish consumers knew? And how do we help farmers, ranchers and veterinarians share their stories? “I am a busy veterinarian. I serve dairy and feedlot clients in southwest Kansas, and I wish consumers knew that at the end of the day, I'm feeding the same food that we're producing every day to my family. And it comes with that level of confidence in the safety and nutritious value of the food that we're producing, that I'm willing to put it on my table.” - Dr. Tera Barnhardt Merck Animal Health is committed to the well-being of our communities, our employees, and our customers. In this episode, Jane Dukes, Senior Manager with the https://www.merck-animal-health-usa.com/about-us/veterinary-and-consumer-affairs (Merck Animal Health Veterinary Consumer Affairs Team), speaks with Dr. Tera Barnhardt a cattle veterinarian and owner of Animal Welfare Consulting & Research, a large animal consulting veterinary practice and a devoted advocate for agriculture. Also joining us is social influencer https://nataliekovarik.com (Natalie Kovarik), a social entrepreneur, storyteller, ranch wife, mom and co-creator of https://elevateag.com (Elevate Ag), an online course that helps farmers and ranchers share their stories.  “I definitely started out with an agriculture based community in the beginning. I just think, you kind of draw in like-minded people. But as I've grown and had success, I've definitely started reaching non-consumers. And I do have a lot of people who follow me that are outside of the industry. And I think that's one of the really rewarding things is to be able to kind of have one on one interaction with them….Like I said, being in control of being able to advocate for the industry and, and say things that I want to, that I know are going to reach people.” - Natalie Kovarik We know we need to tell our stories, but for many farmers and ranchers, there is perceived risk and a lack of time which might make them feel the benefits may not outweigh the risk. ElevateAg, co-founded by Natalie, is a resource producers can turn to to help them navigate sharing their story. This Week's Podcast: Meet Dr. Tera Barnhardt a cattle veterinarian and owner of Animal Welfare Consulting & Research and https://nataliekovarik.com (Natalie Kovarik), a social entrepreneur, storyteller, ranch wife, mom and co-creator of https://elevateag.com (Elevate Ag). Hear directly from producers on about what they want consumers to hear and explore the means in which they can share that story with them

Natalie and Tara launched Elevate Ag (the online course, podcast, and summit) to serve Agricultural producers and rural entrepreneurs by teaching them how to successfully share and monetize their Ag stories online. Along with running Elevate, they each have their own online platforms that they use to individually share their farm and ranch stories to advocate for the Ag industry. In this episode, we dive into their stories, and all that they are doing for the Agriculture industry.   Tara's Instagram Natalie's Instagram Elevate Ag Instagram   SHOW NOTES: https://sarahelrodblog.com/tara-and-natalie/   RESOURCES Join the Exclusive Facebook Group for listeners here Try HoneyBook For $1 per month Check out Sarah's Favorite things! Get my 30 days of content FREEBIE!   FOLLOW ALONG ON INSTAGRAM BCP Instagram Sarah's Instagram   FOLLOW US ON TIK TOK BCP TikTok Sarah's TikTok   MEDIA INQUIRIES & BRAND REQUESTS: Hello@SarahElrod.com   GET UPDATES ON NEW EPISODES: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f9034a44f8c6d8f57036fb0

This week is like none other that we've had on Elevate the Podcast so far. Natalie and Tara will be going live on the air EVERY day this week to support the launch of Elevate the Online Course. This is the third enrollment of Elevate the Online Course and it is gearing up to be the best yet. To kick this week off, Natalie and Tara are covering the “Why” behind Elevate the Online Course and “Who” the course is made for. In this episode of Elevate the Online Course is LIVE, we cover: The “Why” behind Elevate the Online Course Our mission and hope for what Elevate Ag will bring to your life Who Elevate Ag was created for and who will benefit from it The two different paths of the course What's included in each module as well as additional resources The most important piece of Elevate Ag: The community   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Enroll in our online course Elevate Ag Connect with @nataliekovarik and @taravanderdussen on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode! Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/041-elevate-the-online-course-is-live

Welcome to this month's Elevate Book Club episode! This month we're chatting with Terryn Drieling about Matthew McConaughey's book, Green Lights. In the Elevate Book Club, every month we'll read and discuss a new book as an Elevate community. At the beginning of the month, we'll send out an email with that month's book title and the guest who picked it. Then, at the end of the month, tune into our podcast for an episode devoted entirely to all things book club fun! Haven't joined us yet? Sign up below!   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Connect with Terryn Drieling on Instagram @terryn.drieling or visit her website: https://faithfamilyandbeef.com/whats-new Sign up for Book Club: Design emails people love to get. (flodesk.com) Visit our website, Elevate Ag: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ Connect with @nataliekovarik and @taravanderdussen on Instagram Sign up for our Newsletter : https://view.flodesk.com/pages/61fe85456114df05454c559a   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/037-greenlights-by-matthew-mcconaughey

In this episode, I'm welcoming two guests onto the show at once! Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen are on the show today to chat about navigating the pivot in life and business.   Natalie and Tara launched Elevate Ag (the online course, podcast, and summit) to serve Agricultural producers and rural entrepreneurs by teaching them how to successfully share and monetize their Ag stories online. Along with running Elevate, they each have their own online platforms that they use to individually share their farm and ranch stories to advocate for the Ag industry.   In this episode, we'll chat about: Challenges and opportunities that come with advocating for Agriculture  How change is hard but when you lean into your gut and trust your intuition, it can be hard and right all at the same time The importance of checking in with ourselves to make sure we're still in alignment and on the right path Tips on being content even as enneagram 3s/achievers and separating our worth from our work    Resources & Links:  Check out the Elevate Ag website Connect with Natalie, Tara, and Elevate Ag on Instagram Join the Women's Retreat waitlist! Shop Spark*l Bands (Use Code Kiah10 for 10% off) SparklBands - Luxury Hand Crafted Bands for your Apple Watch – Spark*l [affiliate link] Start a Squarespace site today! [affiliate link] Sign up for my email newsletter! FREE Habit Tracker Check out the Backroad Cowgirls site! Shop the Coach Kiah Store. Use code climb10 for 10% off your first purchase! Let's hang out on social media and keep the conversation going! Connect with me on Instagram and Facebook. The Climbing with Coach Kiah podcast is produced by Jill Carr Podcasting Some of the links mentioned are affiliate links, which help to support this podcast at no additional cost to you.   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.coachkiah.com/blog/navigating-the-pivot-with-natalie-and-tara

Advocacy does not have to be online. In fact, you can effectively share about beef cattle, the industry and what ranchers do via in-person methods. In-person advocacy is just as important as advocacy on social media. Discover 3 methods of advocating for beef in person and additional resources to help you get started in this episode of Casual Cattle Conversations. • Bonus! Listen to the entire episode to hear about my top advocacy resources to help you get started. One is Elevate Ag the Podcast.  • Full Show Notes Listen   Watch  Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/cattleconvos  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cattleconvos/

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas joins us to discuss the process of getting his PACT bill passed in the Senate plus his thoughts on the Inflation Reduction Act and Speaker Nancy Pelosi visiting Taiwan. Dan Basse of Ag Resource Company provides an amazing download of information regarding the situation in Ukraine, including questions about who owns the grain, who's getting paid for it, what is the quality of the cargo, can vessels be insured and a lot more. And Sarah Beth Aubrey of Elevate Ag talks about the August 23rd event called the IN-CLIMATE Summit at Purdue University.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“We've got politics and religion. Who else can we offend today?” On today's episode of The High Ground, powered by Premier Companies, Sal Sama and Ryan Priest are joined by Sarah Beth Aubrey, CEO and founder of Elevate Ag, LLC. Sarah Beth has been in the agriculture world since she was a child growing up on a grain and livestock farm in Illinois. She's got a B.S. from the University of Illinois and an M.S. from Purdue University. Sarah Beth has recently taken on a special project called IN-CLIMATE, which will be addressed on today's episode.  Sarah Beth, Sal, and Ryan ask a series of tough questions on this episode. How did words like climate, energy, sustainability, and environment become weapons? How did we lose the ability to have productive conversations around these words? How do we get everyone together and on the same page?  You'll hear about all that and more on today's episode of The High Ground!

Today is another Candid Conversations episode! In these episodes, we'll cover topics within agriculture, rural entrepreneurship, and life in general.    In this candid conversations episode, we cover: Life updates, Rural Rooted retreat, and solar panels  Our weekly obsession Industry news about Bill Gates and Chinese companies buying large amounts of farmland  Community recipe: Smoked Queso!   Resources and links: Start with Why by Simon Sinek Find Your Why by Simon Sinek Join our email list to stay up to date on our docuseries, The Hands That Feed Us MP's Smoked Queso recipe Listen to our Book Club episode with Mary Pat Sass: Episode 19 Sign up for the Book Club Apply to our Mastermind, Elevate the Summit  Sign up for our Newsletter  Sign up for our course waitlist to be the first to know when doors open! Visit our website, Elevate Ag Connect with Elevate Ag, Natalie and Tara on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the full show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/020-candid-conversations-bill-gates-buying-farmland-smoked-queso

Today is our first Elevate Book Club! Today we're chatting with Mary Pat Sass about Ree Drummond's book, Black Heels to Tractor Wheels. In the Elevate Book Club, every month we'll read and discuss a new book as an Elevate community. At the beginning of the month, we'll send out an email with that month's book title and the guest who picked it. Then, at the end of the month, tune into our podcast for an episode devoted entirely to all things book club fun!    In this book club episode, we cover: The parts we related to, parts we wanted to change, and the parts that made us squirm How we all consume/interpret books in our way and from our own perspective What it taught us on connecting with the consumer and those outside of Ag Some inside scoop on our own rehearsal dinners, our spouses, and marriage overall   Resources and links: Get the book, Black Heels to Tractor Wheels: https://www.amazon.com/dp/006199717X/?tag=elevateag-20  Sign up for the Book Club: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/627b212146c9ddac8218a2bb Connect with @marypat.sass on Instagram Apply to our Mastermind, Elevate the Summit: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/summit Sign up for our Newsletter: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/61fe85456114df05454c559a  Sign up for our course waitlist to be the first to know when doors open! Visit our website, Elevate Ag: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ Connect with @elevateag_, @nataliekovarik and @taravanderdussen on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the full show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/019-book-club-black-heels-to-tractor-wheels-with-mary-pat-sass

Today is another Candid Conversations episode! In these episodes, we'll cover topics within agriculture, rural entrepreneurship, and life in general.    In this candid conversation, we cover: Life updates and weekly obsessions The importance of personal development in business Working mom struggles and how to handle mom guilt  The importance of communication and reflection between you and your spouse, kids, and self    Resources and links: Tara's Weather Channel interview Listen to Episode 17 with Jack Bobo Episode 19 | Book Club: Black Heels to Tractor Wheels with Mary Pat Sass airing on Tuesday, July 26th!  Get The Five-Minute Journal Terryn Dreiling enneagram coaching Recipe for Dutch Baby Apply to our Mastermind, Elevate the Summit  Sign up for the Book Club Sign up for our Newsletter  Sign up for our course waitlist to be the first to know when doors open! Visit our website, Elevate Ag Connect with Elevate Ag, Natalie and Tara on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the full show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/018-candid-conversations-working-moms-journaling-turning-35

Today is our first Candid Conversations episode! In these episodes, we'll cover topics within agriculture, rural entrepreneurship, and life in general.   In this candid conversation, we cover: Updates in both of our personal lives and a funny story about cupcakes The Dutch farmer protests and the ripple effects that would impact all of Ag Tara's mom's famous quiche recipe   Resources and links: Apply to our Mastermind, Elevate the Summit: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/summit Sign up for the Book Club: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/627b212146c9ddac8218a2bb! Sign up for our Newsletter: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/61fe85456114df05454c559a  Sign up for our course waitlist to be the first to know when doors open! https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/course  Visit our website, Elevate Ag: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ Connect with @nataliekovarik and @taravanderdussen on Instagram   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes (including the quiche recipe!) here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/016-candid-conversations-dutch-farmer-protest-cupcakes-quiches

Shawn Tiffany and his brother, Shane, own and manage Tiffany Cattle Company, Inc, a complete cattle feeding and marketing service in eastern Kansas. Tiffany Cattle Co. has a one-time capacity of 35,000 head in their three feedyards. Shawn's primary duties are the farming and grain inventory side of their business, as well as assisting in cattle health, feeding management, marketing and financial aspects of Tiffany Cattle Co. Shawn currently serves as President-Elect of the Kansas Livestock Association. In addition, Shawn is part of Elevate Ag, a company that offers products, services and knowledge for regenerative agriculture.Shawn and his wife, Nicky, spend countless hours educating their family, their community and the world about agriculture and the values that rural America holds dear.Links:www.tiffanycattle.comwww.elevateag.comwww.Wingit.usTwitter: @Shawn_TiffanyMarket to Market Podcast: www.iowapbs.org/shows/mtom/mtom-podcast/podcast/7827/taking-hat-congress-talk-cattle-shawn-tiffany

Natalie Kovarik discusses her many roles in the agriculture industry. After being a full-time pharmacist for several years, Natalie helps her husband, Luke, manage their first-generation ranch outside of Ord, Nebraska, full-time. Now, Natalie uses her social media platforms to advocate for agriculture, emphasizing beef and climate conversations. She pioneered the apparel line “Ag is Not the Problem” and donates part of the proceeds to Agriculture in the Classroom. She also co-hosts Elevate the Podcast where she shares insight into ag storytelling.Natalie's motto is, “At the core of a successful entrepreneur is the seat of bravery.” Natalie attributes her success to her parents, paternal grandfather and her husband, Luke, for encouraging her to take risks and follow her dreams. Links:Ag in the Classroom: https://agclassroom.org/Ag is Not the Problem: https://agisnottheproblem.com/Elevate Ag Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/elevateyouragstory             Elevate Ag Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliekovarik/?hl=en        Elevate Ag Website: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/summitElevate the Podcast: https://pod.link/1615443750Kovarik Cattle Company: https://www.kovarikcattleco.com/Natalie Kovarik Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nataliekovarik/?hl=enNatalie Kovarik Website: https://nataliekovarik.com/The Kovariks YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrMOUfhkebizhXTnxELPWrg         

On today's Mastermind episode, we're speaking with Michelle Mensing about how to package her offers to get more exposure. Michelle grew up on a family farm in southwest Iowa and was active in 4-H and FFA growing up. Following college, Michelle started her career in the agriculture industry and picked up a camera as a hobby in her free time. She loved how that creative outlet kept her connected to the family farm she grew up on.    After a few years, she realized that there was a demand for all of the agriculture and western photos sitting on her computer. Several women she met in an online business group expressed the need for stock photos that resonated with their rural community, but struggled to have the time to get outside and take photos on their own farms and ranches while juggling their many responsibilities with work, kids, etc. Michelle decided to create a stock photo membership geared directly towards these small business owners so they had access to a library of images to help share their story online. Today she is here to mastermind ideas on how she can grow her business and source and convert more clients.   In this episode we cover: How to pivot when packaging is creating a barrier for your clients Getting clear on your ideal client, how to reach them, and how to speak to them  Ideas on additional packages as well as new deliverables to include in packages How to position yourself to be found by your ideal clients instead of reaching out with cold pitches    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Visit Michelle's website, Michelle Mensing Photography: https://michellemensingphotography.mypixieset.com/ Connect with @michellemensing.photography on Instagram Check out Michelle on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/MichelleMensingPhotography/_created/ Want to be our next Mastermind podcast guest? Fill out the application here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/podcast.  Apply to our Mastermind, Elevate the Summit : https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/summit Sign up for the Book Club: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/627b212146c9ddac8218a2bb! Sign up for our course waitlist: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/course to be the first to know when doors open! Visit our website, Elevate Ag: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ Connect with @nataliekovarik and @taravanderdussen on Instagram Onsite Production: The Gauge: http://www.thegaugepodcast.com/   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/014-mastermind-how-to-package-your-offer-so-it-gets-more-exposure-with-michelle-mensing-photography

On today's bonus episode we wanted to dive deep into our latest offer: Elevate the Summit. This is a high level, small group mastermind and coaching community for the agriculture, western and rural entrepreneur who is ready to accelerate their impact, streamline their income and elevate themselves and their business to the next level.    In this bonus episode, we'll cover:  How pivotal and powerful in-person retreats have been for both of us in our businesses  What you can expect to gain and achieve out of the summit Explain in detail what the summit is and who it is for All details such as logistics, venue, and agenda of the summit   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Apply to our Mastermind, Elevate the Summit: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/summit Learn more about our online course, Elevate Ag:  https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/course Visit our website, Elevate Ag: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ Connect with @nataliekovarik and @taravanderdussen on Instagram Onsite Production: The Gauge: http://www.thegaugepodcast.com/   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/bonus-surprise-elevate-the-summit

A 2021 survey of food consumers by Kerry indicated that https://explore.kerry.com/sustainability-whitepaper-2021 (62% of North American consumers) sustainability as a strong influence when making food and beverage purchases, and say it's a greater priority when selecting dairy, meat, or alternative protein products. At the same time, consumer interest in plant-based products is growing – but is it more sustainable? Important to our discussion, the https://www.noaa.gov/news-release/increase-in-atmospheric-methane-set-another-record-during-2021 (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) recently reported) that “global emissions of methane surged by a record amount in 2021: 17 parts per billion, the largest amount recorded since systematic measurements began in 1983. Methane is 84 times more potent than carbon but breaks down faster. https://www.cnbc.com/2022/04/07/methane-emissions-surged-by-a-record-amount-in-2021-noaa-says-.html ((CNBC).) Critics are often quick to point the finger at agriculture, but may not know that cattle are actually part of the solution.  This increased awareness and interest from consumers and the reality of our ever-changing environment means farmers – particularly those produce meat, milk and eggs – are receiving questions and input about how their farms impact the environment not only from grocery shoppers but also business investors. A study released by the International Food Information Council IFIC: https://foodinsight.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/IFIC-Regenerative-Ag-Consumer-Survey.pdf (Consumer Perspectives on Regenerative Ag) in February found that over half of those consumers surveyed have heard of organic farming, crop rotation and sustainable farming; fewer are familiar with regenerative agriculture (in research file); 4/10 consumers believe organic foods are more nutritious; 1/3 want food grown using regenerative ag (but few know what that is); 35% would purchase more expensive cereal if grown utilizing regenerative ag. But the good news is while many misconceptions exist about the sustainability of animal agriculture, data and science bring clarity to the sustainability story, helping stakeholders from farm to fork understand the progress made so far and focus on continuous improvement. In this episode, guests will discuss the farm to table perspective on sustainability including what consumers are looking for and the latest sustainability trends – and why it's important for agriculture to engage in the conversation about sustainability, whether on social media, in the board room, with financial institutions, or with other food stakeholders, what we can do better to be more effective and reach a broader audience, and the research and data that can help share a realistic view of what's happening on the farm. They will also discuss what farmers in the dairy and beef industries (in honor of Dairy Month in June) are doing today to continue improving their operations. Guests will discuss: The latest consumer insights on sustainability and consumer wants/drivers. Existing data and science that helps tell the on-farm sustainability story, and how it's helping bridge the gap between perception and reality. What are farmers doing now, and what are they aspiring to do in the future, to continue building on past success in natural resource management and production. Regenerative agriculture – what it is and how it helps How animal agriculture is actually part of the solution – not the problem How everyone plays a role in continuous improvement and a successful sustainable story   Podcast guests:  Tara Vander Dussen, New Mexico Milkmaid – Environmental Scientist/Dairy farmer/online influencer and co-founder of Elevate Ag - https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ (https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/) Jamie Jonker – Chief Science Officer and Vice President of Sustainability & Scientific Affairs for...

On today's episode we're talking about all things negotiating pricing, brand partnerships, salaries and more. We are going to walk you through our proven strategies of negotiating starting with knowing your worth and not being afraid to ask for it. Talking about money can make people uncomfortable, but we are not shying away from the tough conversations. We are sharing our first hand experiences of negotiating.   In this episode we cover: Knowing your worth and the value you add being prepared, strategic, and assessing the situation when pitching yourself  You have to earn what you are asking for The value in being told no   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Apply to our Mastermind, Elevate the Summit: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/summit Learn more about our online course, Elevate Ag https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/course Visit our website, https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ Connect with @nataliekovarik and @taravanderdussen on Instagram Onsite Production: The Gauge: http://www.thegaugepodcast.com/   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/011-negotiating-pricing-with-natalie-and-tara-brand-partnerships-salaries-and-more

On today's show we talk to Suzy Holman about how she uses alignment to create multi-million dollar businesses. Suzy Holman is the woman behind several multi million dollar companies including Suzy School and the Jovi patch. Suzy was born and raised in small(er) town Idaho with the mindset that female entrepreneurs don't exist. She can recall a core childhood memory attending a banquet, in a ribboned blue dress, watching her dad accept “businessman of the year” and thinking “I hope I marry a businessman someday.” It wasn't until college that she realized that not only do female entrepreneurs exist, she could be one herself. This led her down a many-year journey of fueling her passions with purpose and creating space where she could not only be the best version of herself, but she could help other women in her community do the same.   In this episode we cover: Mom guilt and how you can be called to do something alongside motherhood How being true to herself has been the magic ingredient to every dream she's brought to fruition  What alignment means to Suzy and why it's so important How to know when you're in alignment  Our spouse's/support system's role in our alignment  Why there's a disconnect in alignment for so many people    Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Connect with Suzy on Instagram @suzyholman Visit Suzy's website, https://suzyschool.com/ Learn more about Jovi patch https://meetjovi.com/ Apply to our Mastermind, Elevate the Summit: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/summit Learn more about our online course, Elevate Ag: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/course Visit our website, https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ Connect with @nataliekovarik and @taravanderdussen on Instagram Onsite Production: http://www.thegaugepodcast.com/   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/010-interview-using-alignment-to-create-multi-million-dollar-businesses-with-suzy-holman

Elevate Ag is an online course and community where farmers, ranchers and other producers can come together to access the tools and information they need to craft, share and monetize their own personal Ag story.    Created by Agriculture for Agriculture, Elevate opens the doors for the rural entrepreneurs so they can ELEVATE themselves, their businesses and the lifestyle we all love.   ENROLLMENT opens May 31st and closes June 6th. Don't miss this chance to join the course and community.    WHAT PAST STUDENTS ARE SAYING:    “It's a goldmine of information to the social media world with an Agricultural focus!”   “I gained a foundation I needed to work on my future direction for project and business ideas, skills I needed for advocating for Ag media and business.”   “Worth the investment.”   “Before Elevate Ag I knew where I wanted to go, I just had NO idea how to get there. They say a journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step but I felt like I didn't even have my shoes on yet! Natalie and Tara don't just give you a road map, they show you how to tie your shoes and hold your hand during those first wobbly steps. I still have a long journey ahead but now I feel like I not only have direction but a whole community giving me confidence and walking the path with me.”   In this episode we cover: What Elevate Ag is and how it came to be Our mission and hope for what Elevate Ag will bring to your life Who Elevate Ag was created for and who will benefit from it The two different paths of the course What's included in each module as well as additional resources The most important piece of Elevate Ag: the community  Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Enroll in our online course Elevate Ag Visit our website, Elevate Ag Connect with Natalie and Tara on Instagram Onsite Production: The Gauge   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!    Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/009-elevate-ag-is-live-enroll-now-to-learn-how-to-share-and-monetize-online-with-natalie-and-tara

When we brainstormed this episode about navigating change, it felt super aligned given both of our current seasons right now. Both of us are going through a LOT of change right now, and even though it feels right, it is still extremely hard and comes with plenty of resistance. So whether our good friend “change” evokes excitement and rejuvenation into you or creates sheer and utter panic in you, it is inevitable as we grow as individuals - both personally and professionally. So join us as we dive deep into what it looks like to navigate change.    In this episode of Navigating Change w/ Tara & Natalie: letting go of good to make space for great we cover: Letting go of what's not serving you so you can make space for what you're being drawn to Consistently reevaluating and reminding yourself to focus on what you're building towards The right decision isn't always going to feel good Embracing change so you can evolve and not stay stuck  Tips on how to know if what you're currently doing/the next opportunity is good or great   Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Sign up for our Elevate Ag online course waitlist to be the first to know when doors open! https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/course  Visit our website, Elevate Ag: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/ Connect with @nataliekovarik and @taravanderdussen on Instagram Onsite Production: The Gauge: http://www.thegaugepodcast.com/   Be sure to hit subscribe so you never miss an episode!   Find the complete show notes here: https://www.elevateyouragstory.com/blogposts/007-navigating-change-with-tara-and-natalie-letting-go-of-good-to-make-space-for-great 

Tara Vander Dussen, Co-Owner of Elevate Ag., walks us through the operations and regulatory state for running a commercial dairy. We also discuss the need for effective story telling and communication about the importance of agriculture and building a broader understanding for its role in the water community.