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Alpha 8 is a family drama fiction podcast that takes a wild turn when an alien crash-lands on Earth and swaps places with the head of the household—Mom. This is part one of the Alpha 8 season one supercut. Alpha 8 features the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, STEPHANIE MAURA SANCHEZ as Summer, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS and Brady and other voices. Additional performances by Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin, Christie Glascoe, and Craig Elie Alpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Episodes were written by Stephanie Elie, Jake Farrago and Christie Galscoe. Sound design by Xperience J. Original music composed by Steven Bias. Story editing by Jake Farrago. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Additional music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges. Loved what you heard? Hit subscribe and tell your friends about us! Your ratings and reviews on Podchaser, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify mean the world. For the full credits, transcripts, and more, head over to alpha8audio.com. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to alpha8audio@gmail.com. Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Alpha 8 is a family drama fiction podcast that takes a wild turn when an alien crash-lands on Earth and swaps places with the head of the household—Mom. This is part two of the Alpha 8 season one supercut. Alpha 8 features the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, STEPHANIE MAURA SANCHEZ as Summer, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS and Brady and other voices. Additional performances by Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin, Christie Glascoe, and Craig Elie Alpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Episodes were written by Stephanie Elie, Jake Farrago and Christie Galscoe. Sound design by Xperience J. Original music composed by Steven Bias. Story editing by Jake Farrago. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Additional music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges. Loved what you heard? Hit subscribe and tell your friends about us! Your ratings and reviews on Podchaser, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify mean the world. For the full credits, transcripts, and more, head over to alpha8audio.com. If you have questions, feel free to reach out to alpha8audio@gmail.com. Find and support our sponsors at: fableandfolly.com/partners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Another great one! SVSU All-American LB Micah Cretsinger and GVSU stand-out OL Gabe Brown are two names to keep track of ahead of the NFL draft and free agency from small schools. We also cover the HUGE news of Saint Francis transitioning to D3 and what it means for the student athletes, along with a D2 school paying for drone pilots to film practice and games at Colorado School of Mines! Thanks for tuning in.Video Chapters:0:00 Episode Overview3:17 Micah Cretsinger - Saginaw Valley State15:52 Saint Francis from D1 to D327:47 Gabe Brown - Grand Valley State43:26 D2 School Paying Drone Pilots
To help us celebrate the second ever Montana Soil Health Week, Colter Brown was joined by Bill Milton of Roundup, Kristin Aus from Glendive, Steve Charter from Shepherd and Sue Bueg of Red Lodge to discuss what soil health means on their operations. Don’t miss the Soil Health Week kickoff event April 1 at 6pm on Zoom to hear from Gabe Brown, Conni French and Liz Carlisle! Growing Healthy Roots: A Montana Soil Health Week Kickoff!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Eric Chaya is a visionary in the realm of sustainable agriculture and military synergy. Originating from Wisconsin, Eric's journey has taken him from a traditional dairy-rich environment to pioneering innovative agricultural practices on military lands in California. His career path was notably influenced by his military service, which included a transformative period at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. Here, he began to experiment with regenerative farming techniques using livestock such as cattle, pigs, and chickens to rejuvenate land. Eric's passion for sustainable farming and his military discipline have merged to create the Regenerative Grazing Open Air Lab (R-GOAL) in San Luis Obispo, where he continues to blend agricultural innovation with military training to enhance land stewardship and community resilience.The podcast covers a range of topics, including:Eric's transition from Wisconsin to California and his introduction to regenerative agricultureHis experiences in Africa and the U.S. with livestock relocationThe integration of agricultural practices into military training environmentsThe successful collaboration between military personnel and local ranchersThe innovative grazing management practices on Department of Defense landsThe personal anecdotes of his journey, including the emotional decision to part with his Brahman herdThe ecological benefits observed from these practices, such as increased wildlife sightings and improved landscapesListeners should tune in to this episode to gain insights into the unique intersection of military operations and sustainable agriculture. Eric's story is not only inspiring but also offers practical lessons on how dedication and adaptability can lead to remarkable outcomes in land management. The podcast provides a compelling blueprint for future initiatives that harmonize land use, community resilience, and ecological benefits, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in regenerative farming, military innovation, or environmental sustainability.Links Mentioned in the EpisodeEric on LinkedInVisit our Sponsors:Noble Research InstituteRedmondGBT AngusGrazing Grass LinksNew Listener Resource GuideProvide feedback for the podcastWebsiteInsidersResources (Coming Soon)Community (on Facebook)Check out the Apiary Chronicles PodcastOriginal Music by Louis PalfreyChapters(00:00) - Introduction to Eric Czaja and Regenerative Ranching (00:20) - Fast Five: Quick Questions with Eric (01:09) - Eric's Farming Journey and Early Experiences (01:30) - Welcome to the Grazing Grass Podcast (02:06) - Insights on Regenerative Grazing (04:44) - Eric's Military Background and Transition to Farming (06:47) - Starting with Livestock: Pigs, Chickens, and Cows (17:24) - Moving to California and New Beginnings (25:42) - The Regenerative Grazing Open Air Lab Project (39:38) - Range Control and Personal Management (40:04) - Meeting the Rancher (40:49) - Innovative Grazing Techniques (42:21) - Coordination with Range Control (43:55) - Training and Grazing Integration (47:40) - Challenges and Lessons Learned (50:35) - Project Duration and Future Plans (51:05) - Benefits and Observations (53:13) - Tools and Resources (54:39) - Final Thoughts and Reflections
This episode of The Acres U.S.A. Podcast is a panel discussion from The 2024 Eco-Ag Conference moderated by John Kempf, and includes panelists Joel Salatin, Gary Zimmer, and Gabe Brown. This episode is focused around sustainable farming, regenerative practices, and how farmers can work together to bring regenerative and ecological agriculture to the mainstream. The panelists share their experiences, discuss the importance of curiosity and lifelong learning, and explore how to overcome challenges in the agricultural community. Don't miss this insightful conversation on how to grow food profitably and with nature in mind.Important Links from Today's Episode:Members site: https://members.acresusa.comAcres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/Access Eco-Ag 2024 Recordings: https://conference.eco-ag.com/24recordingsAcres U.S.A. Memberships: https://eco-farming.com/
Travel with us from the vast plains of South Dakota to the sunny landscapes of Florida as we explore the transformative journey of Stephanie Anderson, a passionate advocate for regenerative agriculture. Discover how her upbringing on a traditional cattle ranch shaped her views and fueled her latest literary endeavor, "From the Ground Up: The Women Revolutionizing Regenerative Agriculture." Stephanie's insights into her family's unique grazing practices, combined with her generous offer of book copies, invite our Grazing Grass community to rethink conventional farming and embrace sustainable practices.Unpacking the challenges faced by first-generation college students, we shine a light on the expectations from small-town life and the potential for meaningful careers within agriculture and beyond. Personal anecdotes paint a vivid picture of the stark contrasts and humorous realities of rural life versus broader societal norms. By highlighting the resilience of individuals like Stephanie, who ventured from traditional backgrounds into diverse fields, we emphasize the importance of sustainable agriculture as a viable and rewarding career path in today's economic climate.The episode also delves into the broader impacts of regenerative practices on both personal and societal levels. From the pioneering work of farmers like Gabe Brown to the critical role of women and BIPOC individuals in reshaping our food systems, our discussion underscores the inclusivity and adaptability required in this movement. As we navigate through stories of innovative practices such as regenerative grazing and nutritious sprouting, Stephanie's passion and perspective offer a beacon of hope for a sustainable agricultural future, encouraging listeners to consider how these practices can fortify our food systems in uncertain times.Links Mentioned in the EpisodeStephanie Anderson's WritingsVisit our Sponsors:Noble Research InstituteRedmond2025 Manderley Farms Grazing ConferenceGrazing Grass LinksNew Listener Resource GuideProvide feedback for the podcastWebsiteInsidersResources (Coming Soon)Community (on Facebook)Check out the Apiary Chronicles PodcastOriginal Music by Louis PalfreyChapters(00:00) - Introduction to Stephanie Anderson (00:17) - Fast Five with Stephanie (00:56) - Welcome to the Grazing Grass Podcast (01:30) - Ranch Management Courses Announcement (02:26) - Farm Update: Bale Grazing and Lambing Season (04:22) - Grazing Grass Community on Facebook (05:01) - Stephanie's Early Ranching Experiences (08:21) - Pursuing an English Major and Writing Career (15:14) - Stephanie's Writing Journey and Regenerative Practices (21:37) - Impact of Regenerative Practices on Family Ranch (22:58) - Challenges of Transitioning to Regenerative Agriculture (24:50) - Inspiration Behind 'From the Ground Up' (28:48) - Inclusive Practices in Regenerative Agriculture (30:15) - The Importance of Storytelling in Farming (31:01) - Challenges and Opportunities for Young Farmers (32:31) - Transitioning Farmland to the Next Generation (34:21) - Economic Stability Through Regenerative Practices (35:20) - Introducing Stephanie's Book (36:49) - Diverse Regenerative Practices Across the U.S. (44:44) - The Role of Fire in Land Management (47:59) - Innovative Grazing Techniques and Diversification (52:06) - Stephanie's Future Writing Projects (53:34) - The Famous Four Questions (01:01:07) - Conclusion and Listener Resources
Understanding context and establishing baselines are critical for developing systematic approaches to change for the right reasons. Rick Clark of Clark Land & Cattle and Farm Green Consulting is a fifth-generation farmer who farms 6,000 plus acres of certified organic crops in Warren County, Indiana. In addition to cash, oilseed, and cover crops, Rick raises cattle and sheep using his system of regenerative organic stewardship with no tillage. Through the years, Rick has worked to reduce synthetic inputs on his farm and focused on the return on the investment of any input and how that affects overall profitability.In talking with Mary, Jeff, and Eric, Rick is adamant that farmers need to understand their context (i.e., geographic, financial, emotional, etc.) and establish sound baselines for every aspect of the farm operation. Regenerative agriculture is a journey and not a destination: you have to start slowly, keep working at it, and plan accordingly. Tune in wherever you get your podcasts. For additional thoughts and resources from Rick Clark on regenerative organic no-till farming, please visit https://www.farmgreen.land/. Other resource people that Rick mentioned included Gabe Brown of Brown's Ranch and John Kempf of the Regenerative Agriculture podcast. To learn about the Virginia Soil Health Coalition and join the Coalition's quarterly meetings, please visit https://www.virginiasoilhealth.org/. Recent 4 The Soil blog posts resources can be accessed at https://www.4thesoil.org/. For questions about soil and water conservation practices, call or visit a USDA Service Center, a Virginia Soil and Water Conservation District office, or your local Virginia Cooperative Extension office. As always, we encourage you in your commitment to building soil health; understanding the context of your farm, garden, and community; and joining the 4 The Soil movement. Yes, we can all be 4 The Soil.
In part two of a discussion on where we stand in American agriculture Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams joined me to discuss what we can do to revive rural America economically speaking. We discuss the role of regenerative agriculture in accomplishing this goal as well as the causes of the hollowing out of rural...
What is the State of Agriculture in 2025 in America? How do we substantively make a difference in 2025 in American Agriculture? Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams join me to discuss their understanding of where we are in agriculture and how we make real progress in a regenerative direction. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor,...
With the assistance of a conversation with Gabe Brown from ND we take a look back to the past 118 years.
In this 239th episode of the Small Scale Life Podcast, Adam and I discuss attending small town tree lighting ceremonies and building new barrel garden planters. We also discuss the 2024 Acres USA Eco-Ag Conference including new trends in Regenerative Agriculture and homestead and small farm business ideas. Adam attended all four days of the conference, and he had a chance to attend presentations from Gabe Brown, Mark Shepard, and even Joel Salatin. He got to shake hands and rub elbows with a lot of leaders in the Regenerative Agriculture world Adam will lead the way and give us a recap of what he learned and what interesting things are coming down the pike in the Regenerative Agriculture space. I am curious if Joel Salatin talked about his new position as an advisor in the new administration and ant new policies he will be pushing. At the same time, our audience provided some good feedback and interaction with us, and Adam and I had a chance to brainstorm about what we would do to start a small business on a 8-agre homestead. Adam has an 8-acre homestead and has had a lot of irons in the fire, and I had a 10-acre homestead before moving to The Landing. We come up with some interesting ideas, and our listeners appreciated the brainstorming session. For links, support and other information, check out the Small Scale Life website at https://smallscalelife.com. Special Guest: Adam Rick.
Gabe Brown is one of the pioneers of the current soil health movement which focuses on the regeneration of our resources. Gabe, along with his wife Shelly, and son Paul, own and operate Brown's Ranch, a diversified 5,000 acre farm and ranch near Bismarck, North Dakota. The ranch consists of several thousand acres of native perennial rangeland along with perennial pastureland and cropland. Their ranch focuses on farming and ranching in nature's image. Understandingag.com Soilhealthacademy.org https://regenified.com/ Book recommendations: -Dirt to Soil -Teaming with Microbes -Mycorrhizal Planet Book Thanks to our sponsor: https://nutritionwithconfidence.com
Gabe Brown is a renowned advocate and practitioner of regenerative agriculture from North Dakota, who runs Brown's Ranch and is the co-founder of Understanding Ag. He is recognized for his innovative approach to farming, focusing on enhancing soil health, reducing dependency on synthetic inputs, and using sustainable practices. Gabe transitioned to regenerative agriculture after experiencing years of poor crop yields due to extreme weather events. Today, Brown's Ranch consists of several thousand acres of native perennial rangeland along with perennial pastureland and cropland. Their ranch focuses on farming and ranching in nature's image where he demonstrates holistic, eco-friendly farming practices and educates others on the benefits of regenerative methods. In this episode, John and Gabe discuss: The importance of ongoing education in agriculture, specifically in soil health and ecosystems Maintaining an open-mind to avoid divisiveness in the regenerative agriculture community Adapting agricultural practices based on each grower's unique environment, economic, and family Taking a gradual approach to reducing chemicals on farms The importance of soil biology and mycorrhizal fungi How learning from a hands-on approach allows farmers to see benefits on their own land Additional Resources To learn more about Gabe and Brown's Ranch, please visit: https://brownsranch.us/ To learn more about Understanding Ag, please visit: https://understandingag.com/ About John Kempf John Kempf is the founder of Advancing Eco Agriculture (AEA). A top expert in biological and regenerative farming, John founded AEA in 2006 to help fellow farmers by providing the education, tools, and strategies that will have a global effect on the food supply and those who grow it. Through intense study and the knowledge gleaned from many industry leaders, John is building a comprehensive systems-based approach to plant nutrition – a system solidly based on the sciences of plant physiology, mineral nutrition, and soil microbiology. Support For This Show & Helping You Grow Since 2006, AEA has been on a mission to help growers become more resilient, efficient, and profitable with regenerative agriculture. AEA works directly with growers to apply its unique line of liquid mineral crop nutrition products and biological inoculants. Informed by cutting-edge plant and soil data-gathering techniques, AEA's science-based programs empower farm operations to meet the crop quality markers that matter the most. AEA has created real and lasting change on millions of acres with its products and data-driven services by working hand-in-hand with growers to produce healthier soil, stronger crops, and higher profits. Beyond working on the ground with growers, AEA leads in regenerative agriculture media and education, producing and distributing the popular and highly-regarded Regenerative Agriculture Podcast, inspiring webinars, and other educational content that serve as go-to resources for growers worldwide. Learn more about AEA's regenerative programs and products: https://www.advancingecoag.com
On this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast host Taylor Henry chats with Gabe Brown, a leading voice in sustainable farming and the author of 'Dirt to Soil.' Discover Gabe's inspiring transition from city life to pioneering regenerative agriculture, focusing on soil health, innovative farming practices, and family farm transition. Learn about setting up living trusts, introducing diverse income streams, and maintaining financial resilience. Taylor and Gabe dive into strategies for debt-free farming, grass-based cattle farming, and the successful weaning process. This episode highlights the crucial role of early planning, open communication, and the balance between financial stability and entrepreneurship. Gabe shares lessons on profitability, the importance of diversification, and the impact of regenerative practices on farm sustainability. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the future of agriculture through Gabe Brown's revolutionary practices and insights. Gabe Brown and the Understand Ag crew will be at our 49th Annual Eco-Ag Conference in Madison, WI on December 2-5. Go register online to attend! Their team brings decades of knowledge and practices to our Conference floor! Register for the 2024 Eco-Ag Conference Here: https://conference.eco-ag.com/conference- Other Important Links from Today's Episode: Members site: https://members.acresusa.com Acres U.S.A. Homepage: https://www.acresusa.com/ Link to “Dirt to Soil” in our Online Bookstore: https://bookstore.acresusa.com/products/dirt-to-soil?_pos=1&_sid=bd53c254d&_ss=r
“Despite all our accomplishments, we owe our existence to a six-inch layer of topsoil and the fact that it rains.” – Paul Harvey Claire Mackenzie and Colin Ramsay are the visionary filmmakers behind the independent, British documentary, "Six Inches of Soil", that is pioneering conversations about the future of farming and the environment not just in Britain, but around the world. Their film follows three young British farmers who are working to restore soil health and promote biodiversity in response to the environmental challenges posed by industrial farming practices. Recorded in January this year, Claire and Colin share their journey from concept to screen and how their film is sparking discussions across the country, bringing attention the importance of soil not just as the foundation of agriculture but as a natural solution for our fight against climate change, particularly in storing carbon and water retention. Watch Six Inches of Soil now: Vimeo: https://sixinchesofsoil.vhx.tv/ Prime: https://amzn.to/3YgExpU Two of the farmers featured in this film have already been on this podcast. Listen to their episodes here: Anna Jackson - City Photographer to Regenerative Farmer: https://spoti.fi/3tKgZ1c Adrienne Gordon - The Organic Market Garden Set Up From Scratch: https://spoti.fi/4f8yhXM Mentioned in the Podcast: Dirt To Soil by Gabe Brown: https://chelseagreen.co.uk/book/dirt-to-soil/ Groundswell - https://groundswellag.com/ Adrienne Gordon's Sweetpea Market Garden - https://sweetpeamarketgarden.co.uk/ Cambridge Organic - https://cambridgeorganic.co.uk/ Hodmedod's. Pulses, Grains, Seeds and Flour from British Farms - https://hodmedods.co.uk/ Riverfood - https://www.riverford.co.uk/ Get Fair About Farming campaign has now changed to: https://www.sustainweb.org/news/sep24-farmers-against-farmwashing-campaign/ Marina O'Connell features in this film and was mentioned. Sadly, since this recording, Marina passed away: https://www.apricotcentre.co.uk/in-memoriam-marina Get in contact: https://www.instagram.com/tombryanyeah/ https://www.facebook.com/greatbritishadventurespodcast https://www.threads.net/@tombryanyeah Chapters 00:00 Introduction 02:17 It's all about the soil 06:12 Claire's connection to where food comes from 09:15 Seeing the comparison between healthy and unhealthy soil 12:56 The problem with industrial farming 19:06 The current system is wrong, not the farmers 21:22 The nature of soils in the UK 24:30 What Regenerative Agriculture is 27:36 Buzzwords and Greenwashing 35:03 The benefits to farmers 39:03 The three stories chosen in the film 43:53 Anna and her family's regenerative farm 46:04 Adrienne's organic market garden, Sweetpea 53:37 Ben's regeneratively farmed cattle 59:24 The problem with meat 01:02:38 Big Industry's influence 01:11:10 Labelling of food 01:16:31 The benefits of healthy soil 01:22:11 The erosion of UK soil 01:24:55 Marina O'Connell's casestudy 01:26:47 Working out what to fit in the final film 01:35:34 Funding and teaming the film 01:42:04 Enjoying the distribution journey
According to Dr Kristine Nichols, a soil microbiologist and regenerative agriculture expert, of the 900 million arable acres in the U.S., only about 1.5% is being farmed regeneratively. Yet, this continues to change, despite consolidation of farms, the majority of foods on this continent are still grown by small farmers. Regenerative is our future and also our past, as Indigenous peoples have long cared for this Earth, knowing it is our inheritance and responsibility. We owe a debt to how they have cared for the land through their culture, lifeways and connection to Mother Earth. Our guest from earlier this year, Gabe Brown, Regenerative Farmer and Rancher out of North Dakota, and a Partner in Understanding Ag [https://understandingag.com] and the Soil Health Academy [https://soilhealthacademy.org/] is a leading voice reminding us to return to tend the land as stewards, relatives, and children born of the land. Regenerative farming promotes soil health, restores the water cycle, increases biodiversity and the holistic health of the ecosystem. Aligning with regenerative farms, and creating beyond sustainable local food systems, requires us to shift to a consciousness of caring for the Earth as Indigenous peoples have done since time immemorial. Understanding and undertaking this personally and collectively is key to the continuance of life. It all begins with the soil, whether we are talking about food security and sovereignty, climate change or the need to heal ourselves and the soil, so that all life from microbes to insects to plants, animals, and humans can thrive together. It is not a hierarchy but a circle and cycle of care that we must urgently attend to for future generations. Gabe Brown joins us now to share his journey and how we can collectively contribute to an abundant future with regenerative farming. For an extended interview and other benefits, become an EcoJustice Radio patron at https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio Featured Video: Understanding Ag: https://youtu.be/9yPjoh9YJMk?si=aclF95oje6IFq6EY Gabe Brown is one of the pioneers of the current soil health movement which focuses on the regeneration of our resources. Gabe and his wife and son operate Brown's Ranch [https://brownsranch.us/], a diversified 5,000 acre farm and ranch near Bismarck, North Dakota. Gabe was named one of the twenty-five most influential agricultural leaders in the United States and is also the author of the book, “Dirt to Soil, One Family's Journey Into Regenerative Agriculture.” He is a partner in Understanding Ag [https://understandingag.com] and an instructor for Soil Health Academy [https://soilhealthacademy.org/], which focuses on teaching others the power and importance of healthy functioning ecosystems. Carry Kim, Co-Host of EcoJustice Radio. An advocate for ecosystem restoration, Indigenous lifeways, and a new humanity born of connection and compassion, she is a long-time volunteer for SoCal350, member of Ecosystem Restoration Camps, and a co-founder of the Soil Sponge Collective, a grassroots community organization dedicated to big and small scale regeneration of Mother Earth. Podcast Website: http://ecojusticeradio.org/ Podcast Blog: https://www.wilderutopia.com/category/ecojustice-radio/ Support the Podcast: Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ecojusticeradio PayPal https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=LBGXTRM292TFC&source=url Executive Producer and Intro: Jack Eidt Hosted by Carry Kim Engineer and Original Music: Blake Quake Beats Episode 209 Photo credit: Gabe Brown
Over his decades of farming and ranching, Gabe Brown has noticed a troubling trend: the conventional farming techniques he used were degrading the soil and ruining crops. He shares how his family farm turned things around by adopting regenerative agricultural practices — and shows how the wider food system can use these same methods to improve food quality and revitalize the land.
Over his decades of farming and ranching, Gabe Brown has noticed a troubling trend: the conventional farming techniques he used were degrading the soil and ruining crops. He shares how his family farm turned things around by adopting regenerative agricultural practices — and shows how the wider food system can use these same methods to improve food quality and revitalize the land.
Over his decades of farming and ranching, Gabe Brown has noticed a troubling trend: the conventional farming techniques he used were degrading the soil and ruining crops. He shares how his family farm turned things around by adopting regenerative agricultural practices — and shows how the wider food system can use these same methods to improve food quality and revitalize the land.
Gabe Brown and Luke Jones joined me once again to discuss making the switch to regenerative agriculture. With Understanding Ag recently crossing 36 million acres on which they have consulted they have seen a lot of people make the regenerative shift. We discuss some of the commonalities among those who have not succeeded as well...
Join us as we welcome Tyler and Justin to the Grazing Grass Podcast, where we explore the multi-generational farming legacy of their family in Yakima Valley, Washington. We kick off by discussing how their father began the family farm in the early 1990s and how Tyler and Justin now manage the operation, with Tyler overseeing livestock and Justin focusing on farming. The conversation touches on the integration of the third and fourth generations into the family business and shares historical anecdotes about the challenges their grandfather faced. With Yakima Valley's unique climate and irrigation systems, we also learn about the region's resilience through tough times like the Depression and Dust Bowl.As we navigate through their journey, the focus shifts to family farming expansion and diversification. Tyler and Justin share personal stories of growing up on a farm and the varied paths their family members have taken. They highlight the humorous challenges of raising pasture pigs and the essential skills like welding that have supported their farming endeavors. The discussion is rich with insights into integrating children into farm life and managing livestock with distinct personalities, offering a unique charm to the farming experience.Our engaging dialogue continues as we explore livestock expansion, modern challenges, and the intricacies of livestock management and adaptation. Listen in as we discuss the transition from traditional farming practices, the strategic breeding of sheep for hardiness, and innovative grazing techniques. Tyler and Justin share their experiences with irrigation systems and the complexities of rotational grazing. For those interested in starting a farming venture, we provide practical advice and emphasize the importance of hands-on experience. Don't miss this insightful episode, filled with valuable lessons and a deep appreciation for the rich farming history of Yakima Valley.Links Mentioned in the Episode:Cascade Sheep and Cattle Company Visit our Sponsors:Noble Research InstituteRedmondKencove Farm Fence
In this episode, Steve Campbell from Tailor Made Cattle Company joins the Ranching Reboot podcast to explore innovative, regenerative ranching techniques focused on mineralizing cattle. The discussion emphasizes the use of natural minerals like Redmond salt and mineral water to enhance cattle health and productivity. Steve shares insights into addressing common cattle ailments such as pink eye, foot rot, and scours through natural solutions and highlights historical and scientific supports for mineralization. The episode also discusses optimal cattle health and breeding strategies, including feeding practices, fertility indicators, and the relationship between horn and hair quality. Engaging with sustainable practices, Steve offers practical advice on selecting fertile cows and managing pastures. He also provides information about his upcoming speaking engagements, inviting listeners to connect and learn more. #RanchingReboot #RegenerativeRanching #CattleHealth #SustainableFarming #AnimalNutrition #BreedingStrategies #FarmManagement #CattleHealth #Mineralization #RanchingTips #SustainableFarming #RanchingReboot 00:00 Introduction and Sponsor Message 00:26 Guest Introduction: Steve Campbell 01:25 Steve Campbell's Background and Early Life 03:44 Preventive Health and Mineralization in Cattle 05:56 The Impact of Clean Minerals 11:05 Geographical and Environmental Influences 13:51 Water Management and Irrigation Challenges 18:05 Historical and Modern Agricultural Practices 22:24 The Importance of Clean Minerals and Honest Practices 30:20 Human and Animal Health Connections 55:14 Gabe Brown's Grass and Cattle Health 56:28 Mineral Water for Cattle: A Game Changer 57:55 Success Stories with Mineral Water 01:00:08 Implementing Mineral Water Techniques 01:02:32 Personal Experiences with Mineral Water 01:05:21 The Importance of Mineral Balance 01:18:24 Cattle Adaptation and Breeding Insights 01:40:31 Upcoming Events and Contact Information 01:45:35 Closing Remarks and Social Media Discord! Grassroots Carbon! Landtrust Info! Audubon Conservation Ranching! Buy Wild Ass Soap and CBD! Use the Coupon code "Reboot" for an extra discount!! Buy BoBoLinks Here! Use code "BOBOREBOOT" for $10 off Support the Podcast on Spotify! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ranching-reboot/support
Host Alan Dietz is joined by Blake Rowe, Ty Fredrickson, Zach Evans, Gabe Brown and Darren Hackett.Join Alan Dietz and Jess Ballard as they host The Bullring on Racing America! Hear from the biggest names in grassroots racing, along with those making headlines in NASCAR. Watch for free on RacingAmerica.TV and our social media outlets.If you have an issue or a question, please contact our Customer Care team at support@racingamerica.com
What do parasitic plants, 600 year old oak trees, salmon, and hoverflies have in common? Well, they are some of Griff's, Michelle Fullner's and my favorite wild organisms! Today's episode is a fun conversation with Michelle Fullner, Griff Griffith, and myself, Michael Hawk, where we advocate for our 10 favorite animals and plants. We each bring three species to the conversation…well, not physically. And we had a bit of a game to decide who got to pick the 10th one. All I'm saying is that I still think that aphids would be good at soccer, but you'll have to listen to hear what that's about.This idea was all Michelle's - and if you don't know Michelle, she's the host and producer of the Golden State Naturalist podcast, which is a fun and entertaining California-centric nature podcast. Her fourth season is about to launch, and she plans to cover topics that I know you'll love - wildlife crossings, coastal wetlands, red-legged frogs, and much more. Be sure to check out her podcast and follow her social media, too.And looking ahead, Jumpstart Nature is in the late stages of three new episodes for this fall, covering invasive species, outdoor cats, and an inspiring land conservation story that succeeded against all odds. And if you're listening to this on the Nature's Archive feed, well, we have plenty of fun episodes coming too - covering topics ranging from wildlife forensics to ants!FULL SHOW NOTES (be sure to check it for some great photos!)LINKSSnakes with Emily Taylor - Nature's ArchiveNewt PatrolSupport Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Gabe Brown, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
In this episode of Talk Dirt to Me, Logan and Bobby Lee briefly discuss the world of regenerative agriculture and how it tied in to last weeks episode. Learn how Gabe Brown's regenerative farming techniques are reshaping the future of American agriculture. Then an intense cattle theft case in North Carolina, shedding light on the rise of livestock theft across the U.S. and what farmers/sale barn owners can do to protect their herds. For machinery lovers, we discuss the all-new Case IH AF11 combine, highlighting its advanced features that are set to boost efficiency during harvest season. Plus, we introduce the new monstrous MacDon header, a game-changing tool for large-scale farmers. To round out the episode, we feature our "Made in America" product spotlight: Frontier Coffee, a small-batch roaster from Tennessee delivering premium, American-made coffee. If you care about supporting local businesses, you'll love this segment. Highlighted Made in America Company/Product: https://www.frontiercoffee.com/ Agzaga is the official sponsor of Talk Dirt to Me! It is the ultimate online farm store. American owned and operated. Go check out their site and get what you need. Be sure to use the code TALKDIRT to get 10% off your order! Visit them at: https://agzaga.com If you enjoy this episode then please leave us a review and share this episode with your friends! Follow us on social media: Talk Dirt to Me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/talkdirtpodcast/ Bobby Lee: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/search/top?q=hurricane%20creek%20farms Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/hurricanecreekfarm/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/c/HurricaneCreekFarms Logan: Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/LHFarmsTN Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/lo.hanks/ YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqYpTjKQtOMABFOc2Aw3_Ow
Joining us to discuss his passion for regenerating landscapes is Gabe Brown. Gabe runs a farming operation in North Dakota called Brown's Ranch. Here, Gabe and his family are “farming and ranching in nature's image” in order to promote a sustainable future for generations to come. This holistic approach to agriculture sounds nice, but what does it actually take to successfully pull it off? Gabe reveals his farming strategies to the world with his educational resources in an effort to spread his knowledge as far as possible… Tune in now to discover: How Gabe got into farming and ranching. How soil microbiome influences the health of plants. What conventional tilling and fertilizers actually do to soil. Regenerative agriculture is something that more farmers should take advantage of. Gabe and his family are determined to lead by example and encourage others to prioritize sustainability and environmental health above all else! Visit brownsranch.us to find out more about Gabe and his work with Brown's Ranch. Episode also available on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3bO8R6q
Have you ever wondered what it takes to bring a species back from the brink of extinction? Today, we're diving into the front lines of one of the most challenging and inspiring conservation efforts of our time, with Sophie Osborn as our guide. This episode unravels the incredible stories of the Peregrine Falcon, Hawaiian Crow, and California Condor—three iconic birds with a common thread of survival against the odds.We'll explore the daunting threats these birds have faced, and surprisingly, how those same dangers continue to impact us all. Take lead ammunition, for instance—it's a well-known hazard to wildlife like the Condor. But did you know that the tiny fragments left behind in game can be ingested by people, leading to serious health risks? You'll find a striking X-ray image in our show notes that drives this point home.But this isn't just a tale of challenges—it's also a story of hope. Sophie shares the hard-won successes and the relentless dedication of biologists who are making a difference. Sophie discussed all of this and much more in her new book, ‘Feather Trails'. It's a beautifully crafted narrative that blends humor and suspense, along with Sophie's personal journey alongside these remarkable species. Trust me, it's well worth the read.Be sure to check out Sophie's work at wordsforbirds.net, and her Substack blog, ‘Words for Birds.' FULL SHOW NOTES with photosLinks from Today's EpisodeFeather Trails: A Journey of Discovery Among Endangered Birds - Sophie Osborn's most recent bookSchool for Field StudiesSophie's Substack Blog: Words for BirdsSophie's website: wordsforbirds.netVocalizations of the Hawaiian CrowNote: links to books are affiliate links to Bookshop.org. You can support independent bookstores AND Jumpstart Nature by purchasing through our affiliate links or our bookshop store.Related Podcast EpisodesPlant Your BirdfeederCondors with Tiana Williams-Claussen (Golden State Naturalist Crossover!)CREDITS:Thanks to Kat Hill for editing help with this episode!Support Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Gabe Brown, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
At a recent Soil Health Academy in Ft. Pierre, SD I was able to record the Q and A sessions during the academy. This is a wide-ranging discussion including financing, direct marketing, grazing, and of course soil health. Thanks to the team at Soil Health Academy for letting me capture this content. Thanks to our...
Have you ever wondered how biologists figure out how plants respond to drought, heat, cold, and other environmental factors? One way is to study phenology. That's a fancy word that accounts for seasonal and cyclical growth patterns of plants and animals. Researchers can look at various attributes, like when a plant flowers, leafs out, drops leaves, and more, and then see how that correlates to environmental factors, weather, climate, and genetics.Today, our guest is Dr. Hanna Makowski, and she tells us all about her research at Black Rock Forest in New York - and why she's had to become proficient with a shotgun!Dr. Makowski shares her work on understanding the variations in leaf-out and leaf-drop phases among trees, the genetic and environmental factors driving these changes, and the broader implications for biodiversity and climate change adaptation.Black Rock Forest is a special place for this kind of research, because it is at a transition zone where southern species and northern species meet. I know that I want to visit if I ever find myself in that part of New York.Dr. Makowski's findings could be helpful for tree conservation efforts and predicting forest resilience in the face of global climate shifts.You can find Dr. Makowski on her website at www.hannamakowski.com, on twitter @hannamakowski, and on LinkedIn.FULL SHOW NOTESLINKSBlack Rock ForestHillary Cooper - Dr. Makowski referenced Hillary Cooper's study on Fremont Cottonwood phenologySarah Fitzpatrick of Michigan StateThe Yard of the Future PodcastSupport Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Gabe Brown, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
In this episode of the Soil Sisters podcast, you'll meet Bob Kirkwood, a 78-year-old farmer from Clyde, Texas, who's focused on cultivating regenerative wisdom. Bob shares his recent journey from traditional chemical farming to regenerative agriculture, inspired by his brother and research by experts like Dr. David Johnson and Gabe Brown. The discussion covers the benefits of intelligent tilling, compost use, cover crops, soil structure and biology, and the positive impact of regenerative practices on livestock health. Bob highlights the long-term benefits and challenges of transitioning to regenerative agriculture, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, experimenting, and adapting. The Soil Sisters love Bob's insights for older farmers in ditching the chemical culture and adopting healthy practices to heal themselves and the land. Bob Kirkwood proves you can teach an old farmer new tricks. So, please share this episode with your farming/gardening community. And please rate and review the Soil Sisters podcast on iTunes, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify so more folks can grow with the Soil Sisters. TIME STAMPS:00:00 Morning Prayer and Pre-Show Chat03:34 Welcome to the Soil Sisters Podcast04:06 Bob Kirkwood's Farming Journey05:00 Transitioning to Regenerative Practices12:31 Challenges and Learnings in Regenerative Farming16:41 The Importance of Soil Health19:57 Techniques and Experiments35:07 Chemical Farming and Pest Management36:27 The Role of Brix Levels and Chitinase37:20 Insect Control and Soil Health38:42 Balancing Ecosystems and Regenerative Agriculture42:12 Financial Aspects of Regenerative Practices45:00 Intelligent Tilling and Soil Permeability49:12 Success Stories in Regenerative Agriculture52:44 Challenges with Pecan Trees57:17 Advice for Older Farmers01:01:44 Wildlife Observations01:03:45 Conclusion and Future Plans
Nature's Archive has published 100 episodes now. Well, actually over 100, because I normally don't count solo episodes.This week, I wanted to share one of the most important lessons I've learned from these past four years and 100 episodes. Spoiler: it's an angle on how 'everything is connected', and a deeper, more profound understanding of ecosystem services.Regular interview episodes return in two weeks, so stay tuned! FULL SHOW NOTESLINKSCadillac Desert by Marc ReisnerWildfire with Lenya Quinn-DavidsonHydrology and Water Management with Sam Sandoval Support Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Gabe Brown, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
Nick and Aaron recap a rain shortened double points night at Thunder Road, the twin Governor's Cup 100's at White Mountain, and preview the Midsummer 250 with special guest Gabe Brown.
Have you ever watched Planet Earth and wondered how they get that amazing footage of elusive and wild animals? Get ready to learn about that and much more.Wildlife photographer Jake Davis shares his incredible journey from a 10-year-old with a disposable camera to capturing stunning footage for Planet Earth. Jake dives into the challenges and triumphs of filming elusive snow leopards in the Gobi Desert, including the technical intricacies of setting up camera traps. He also recounts dramatic encounters with Alaskan brown bears and the unique experience of placing a GoPro in a wolf den. Throughout, Jake emphasizes the importance of persistence, deep observation, the need to thoroughly understand wildlife behavior, and he even shares his connection between nature and mental health.You can find Jake on instagram @revealedinnature, or on his website jakedavis.tv.FULL SHOW NOTESLINKSFind Jake on instagram revealedinnature, or on his website jakedavis.tv.America's National Parks on Disney PlusCognisys (camera traps)Planet Earth 1Planet Earth 3Voyageurs Wolf ProjectSupport Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Gabe Brown, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
Armed with undeniable proof, Daniel rallies his siblings to embark on a quest to find his real mom. Will they be able to break away from Alpha 8? Or will the alien tag along? Meanwhile, a startling discovery at the NARB hints that Alpha 8 might not be the only alien among us.Featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.Additional performances by Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin and Craig ElieAlpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Alpha 8 is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Created by Stephanie Elie. This episode was written and directed by Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J. Original music composed by Steven Bias. Story editing by Jake Farrago. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Other Music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges. We are now on Patreon! If you love the show consider joining our Patreon community where you'll find show transcripts, director commentary, and the official scripts for the series: https://www.patreon.com/bizziemediagroupThanks for joining us on the ride with Alpha 8! Subscribe and share if you're on board with our adventure. Drop us a rating and review to let us know how we're doing. All cast, crew, and episode details await at alpha8audio.com! If you have questions feel free to reach out to alpha8audio@gmail.com.
In this week's SoilHealthLabs podcast, Gabe and Buz have a chat with Russell Hedrick, a first-generation farmer who began his agricultural journey in 2012 with a focus on no-till farming to minimize equipment costs. Introduced to cover crops by NRCS's Lee Holcomb, he faced skepticism from older farmers but garnered interest from younger peers curious about his methods.Since then, Hedrick's farm has expanded significantly, collaborating with distilleries and diversifying into cattle and pasture pigs, although they've scaled back livestock due to time constraints. They also produce and sell grits and cornmeal under their brands, ensuring financial security with premium prices far exceeding market rates.Their diverse crop portfolio includes specialty corn varieties like Jimmy Red and Blue Hopi, favored by distilleries for superior taste profiles and tested for nutrient density despite lower yields.Buz praises Hedrick's innovation and asks about agroecology and soil health. Hedrick humorously shares a story about a Missouri farmer's struggle with soil health understanding, reflecting on the financial pressures in commodity agriculture that hinder risk-taking.Reflecting on his early farming days, starting small allowed Hedrick to experiment and learn, boosted by resources like the "Undercover Farmers" video and supportive farmer networks. He details initial challenges with cover crops but notes significant soil health improvements over 12 years, emphasizing increased microbial activity.Gabe queries the condition of Hedrick's land pre-cover crops, described as degraded despite decades of conventional farming. Hedrick credits cover crops for reducing nitrates in soil and controlling weeds, enhancing water table health.Buz shifts to community support in farming innovation. Hedrick stresses the importance of addressing specific farmer concerns like finances or erosion, fostering change and practice adoption.The interview delves into consumer-farmer disconnects, technology's role, and collaborative learning's value. Hedrick shares urbanite struggles on the farm and advocates for knowledge-sharing within farming communities, citing mentorship benefits from peers like Gabe Brown.He reflects on past errors like overly dense cover crops and excessive organic matter, urging balance in farming practices. His farm's large-scale trials yield data-driven improvements in fertilizer efficiency, influenced by university and private sector collaborations.Discussing technology integration, Hedrick mentions AI for accessing agricultural research insights, enhancing farm decisions. He extols a lab service offering precise nutrient deficiency corrections, countering generic fertilizer use.Hedrick highlights regenerative farming's scientific evolution, balancing tradition and innovation. His farm innovations, from Australian compost methods to fertility enhancers, underscore sustainability and yield success.Hedrick's dynamic farming blends tradition with modern innovations for sustainable productivity. His insights on soil health, consumer education, and farmer collaboration illustrate a progressive approach to agriculture.To see more about farmer experiences like Russell's, check out our “Under Cover Farmers” video that he mentions influenced him.To find out more about Russell and his ag. support and consulting company with Liz Haney, visit https://www.agsoilregen.com/.Have a question for Russell? Contact him here: russell@agsoilregen.com or through Facebook messenger (fb.com/russell.e.hedrick)
This week we are going to go through the planning and implementation of regenerative practices on a new piece of property.Bringing soil health to a new property not only brings new opportunity for agriculture, it also improves the quality of everything around, including your life. JJoin us live every Friday Night at 9pm EST (8pm CST, 7pm MST)Check out our websites:http://www.mibeneficials.comhttp://www.rubberduckyisopods.comhttp://www.okcalyxxshop.comTopics Discussed Tonight:1. Educate Yourself: Learn about regenerative agriculture principles and practices. There are many resources available, including books, online courses, and workshops. Some key figures in the field include Allan Savory, Gabe Brown, and Joel Salatin.2. Assess Your Land: Conduct a thorough assessment of your land. This includes soil testing to understand its current health, fertility, and structure. Observe the existing vegetation, water sources, and wildlife. Understanding your land's unique characteristics will help you make informed decisions.3. Plan Your Farm Design: Create a holistic farm plan that incorporates regenerative practices. This might include rotational grazing, cover cropping, no-till farming, agroforestry, and composting. Consider how different elements of your farm will interact and support each other.4. Build Healthy Soil: Focus on improving soil health through practices like cover cropping, adding organic matter, and reducing soil disturbance. Healthy soil is the foundation of regenerative farming and supports plant growth, water retention, and carbon sequestration.5. Implement Water Management Practices: Efficient water use is crucial. Implement practices like rainwater harvesting, building swales, and using drip irrigation to conserve water and improve its distribution across your farm.6. Promote Biodiversity: Encourage a diverse range of plants and animals on your farm. This can include planting a variety of crops, integrating livestock, and creating habitats for beneficial insects and wildlife. Biodiversity helps build resilience against pests and diseases.7. Use Livestock Wisely: If you plan to include livestock, use them as tools for land management. Practices like rotational grazing can help improve soil health, control weeds, and enhance nutrient cycling.
In this episode of the ‘AgCulture Podcast', Gabe Brown, a pioneer in regenerative agriculture, shares his journey from starting Brown's Ranch to becoming a global advocate. Gabe discusses his book Dirt to Soil, his involvement in impactful documentaries, and regenerative farming principles. Tune in to explore innovative agricultural practices and gain insights into creating sustainable and profitable farming systems. Listen now on your favorite platform. (00:00) Introduction (02:04) The book: Dirt to Soil (09:20) Transition from Farmer to Consultant (15:00) Global Perspectives on Agriculture (18:33) Principles of Regenerative Agriculture (23:15) Economic and Environmental Benefits (47:31) Closing Thoughts Meet the guest: Gabe Brown is a pioneer in the soil health movement, co-founder of Brown's Ranch, and author of "Dirt to Soil." He transformed his 6,000-acre ranch using regenerative practices, increasing biodiversity and profitability. Gabe is a partner at Regenified, a founder of Understanding Ag, and an instructor at the Soil Health Academy. Discover the world of agriculture with the "Ag Culture Podcast", hosted by Paul Windemuller. This podcast will be a gateway for those passionate about agriculture to explore its global perspectives and innovative practices. Join Paul as he shares his experiences in the agricultural industry, his travels and encounters with important figures around the world. Expect engaging stories of Paul's journey as a first-generation farmer and consultant, covering topics ranging from coffee to greenhouses to agricultural technology. "Ag Culture'' will aim to inspire agricultural entrepreneurs and innovators weekly. Available on YouTube, Spotify and Apple Podcasts. Subscribe at our Site AgCulture.com and keep an eye out for future episodes, bringing insights and stories from the vibrant world of agriculture.
Alpha 8's mishaps take her down a path of discovery revealing a painful truth that leads to more chaos at home and work. As she grapples with human emotions, Daniel, Jackson, and Taryn devise a plan to uncover Alpha 8's big secret. Featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.Additional performances by Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin and Craig ElieAlpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Alpha 8 is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Created by Stephanie Elie. This episode was written by Jake Farrago. Directed by Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J. Original music composed by Steven Bias. Story editing by Jake Farrago. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Other Music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges. We are now on Patreon! If you love the show consider joining our Patreon community where you'll find show transcripts, director commentary, and the official scripts for the series: https://www.patreon.com/bizziemediagroupLoved our latest space escapade? Be sure to subscribe and share with friends! We're eager for your ratings and reviews on major platforms. Dive deeper into the Alpha 8 universe at alpha8audio.com for all the insider info! If you have questions feel free to reach out to alpha8audio@gmail.com.
Have you seen all of the scary headlines about massive venomous Joro spiders invading the eastern USA? Well, as you might imagine, these headlines are designed to drive clicks so that individuals and media can monetize their content.Dr. Sarah Rose helps set the record straight, and also answers some questions about spider mating rituals, which turn out to be complex and fascinating!And after that short Q&A, we play the full interview with Dr. Rose from Episode 58. Here is the introduction from that episode:Today we're going to discuss an animal that can make wind sails, cast nets, produce its own antifreeze, and is an A-list impersonator. Well, it's not one animal, but a category of animals – spiders!And my guest today, Dr. Sarah Rose, is here to tell us all about it. Dr. Rose is the author of a spectacular new field guide, Spiders of North America from Princeton University Press, is chair of the American Arachnological Society's Common Names Committee, and has a PhD in Restoration Ecology from The Ohio State University. We discuss Sarah's journey to spiders, including her research into how spiders function as indicator species for habitats and ecosystems. Sarah tells us about the varied lifestyles of spiders, ranging from orb web weavers to sensing web weavers to ambush hunters, and more. We talk about different types of webs, spider guilds, profile some particularly interesting species such as the trash-line orb weaver, bolus spiders, and ant mimicking spiders, and much more.And be sure to check Sarah's YouTube for lots of fun spider videos. Check the full show notes (link below) for some amazing spider photographs. FULL SHOW NOTESLINKS All Bugs Go To Kevin – Facebook groupAmerican Arachnological SocietyJack Pine ForestsJoro Spider Post by Dr. RoseLucas the Spider – a YouTube channel with a cute animated jumping spiderSpider Guilds – Cardoso et alBooksCommon Spiders of North America by Richard Bradley and Steve Buchanan (illustrator)Spiders of North America, An Identification Manual, by Darrell Ubick (Editor), Pierre Paquin (Editor), Paula Cushing (Editor), Nadine Dupérré (Illustrator)Spiders of North America, by Dr. Sarah Rose [Princeton University Press | Amazon] Support Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Gabe Brown, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
As Michael remains in holding, his absence sparks new alliances and unveils unforeseen threats. A daring whistleblower threatens to expose earth-shattering secrets about the NARB. Meanwhile, back at home, Daniel's suspicions intensify even as his siblings are enjoying the “new” Larson.Featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.Additional performances by Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin and Craig ElieWe are now on Patreon! If you love the show consider joining our Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/bizziemediagroupAlpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Alpha 8 is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Created by Stephanie Elie. This episode was written and directed by Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J. Original music composed by Steven Bias. Story editing by Jake Farrago. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Other Music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges.If this episode was up your alley, subscribe and spread the word! Leave us a stellar rating and review - we'd love to hear your thoughts. For everything about the show, from cast to trivia, alpha8audio.com is your go-to place! If you have questions feel free to reach out to alpha8audio@gmail.com.
The ocean's surface is a bit like the cover of a book. We have a title - the ocean - which gives us a hint about what it is. And we probably have some preconceived ideas about it based on the cover graphics or author.But we can't see inside to truly understand the stories it wants to tell. One of those stories is about a forest - yes, an underwater forest that serves multiple critical purposes for life on earth. I'm talking about kelp forests, which generates oxygen, stores carbon, balances chemical cycles critical to life, and supports amazing biodiverse habitats.But kelp are in trouble. In fact, 96% of the kelp forests in today's guest's region have disappeared in just a few years, and the reasons are multiple and solutions unclear.And that guest is Tristin Anoush McHugh, the Kelp Project Director for The Nature Conservancy in California. I knew I had to meet Tristin after seeing a wonderful short film called Forests Above and Forests Below, which was written and narrated by Tristin. It's a powerful 6 minute film - check the show notes for a link.And Tristin didn't disappoint! Today Tristin helps us understand what kelp are and why they are in trouble. We discuss the complex relationships they have with sea otters, purple urchins, and sunflower sea stars.We also discuss the dramatic impacts of sea star wasting disease, as well as how warming oceans might be disrupting kelps ability to reproduce.I found the conversation to be incredibly enlightening, and extremely important. Oceans are disproportionately important to our climate and life in general, yet we all too often keep that book closed and on the shelf.You can find Tristin at Tristin.McHugh(at)TNC(dot)org. FULL SHOW NOTESLINKSForests Above and Forests Below Friday Harbor Labs, Jason Hodin - an article about his research on sea star wasting disease Reef Check is looking for diving volunteers The Bay Foundation - restoring Santa Monica Bay Kelp Forest Alliance Thanks to Erica Zador for editing help!Support Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Gabe Brown, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
In this episode, Alpha 8 tries to fit into the Peterson family as "mom". But Daniel quickly notices her subtle differences. When Ramirez returns with the asset, Dr. Stevens continues with their testing but is concerned about the results he's getting.This episode also features "Flip It' by Trae Haze, listen after the credits to hear the full song.Episode 108 features the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.Additional performances by Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin and Craig Elie.Alpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Alpha 8 is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Created by Stephanie Elie. This episode was written by Christie Glascoe (@chatterboxgc). Directed by Stephanie Elie (@bizzieliving). Sound design by Xperience J (@shhhjuslisten). Original music composed by Steven Bias (@steven_bias_music). Story editing by Jake Farrago. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Other Music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges.Enjoy the adventure? Please subscribe and pass it on! Your ratings and reviews on Podchaser, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify help us a lot. Visit alpha8audio.com for a full cast list, transcripts, and more cool stuff! If you have questions feel free to reach out to alpha8audio@gmail.com.Follow Alpha 8 on your preferred streaming platform to be in the know when we release the next episode!Podfollow: https://podfollow.com/alpha-8-audio/viewApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/alpha-8-the-audio-drama/id1675414859?uo=4Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4We1iexrCpqWFSTsmOTxJyPodchaser: https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/alpha-8-audio-drama-5169936
Is it possible to decarbonize agriculture and make the food system more resilient to climate change? Today, I'm speaking with agricultural policy expert Peter Lehner about his climate neutral agriculture ideas and the science, law and policy needed to achieve these ambitious goals. Lehner is an environmental lawyer at Earthjustice and directs the organization's Sustainable Food and Farming Program. Transcript How does agriculture impact the climate? And I guess as important as that question is why don't more people know about this? It's unfortunate that more people don't know about it because Congress and other policy makers only really respond to public pressure. And there isn't enough public pressure now to address agriculture's contribution to climate change. Where does it come from? Most people think about climate change as a result of burning fossil fuels, coal and oil, and the release of carbon dioxide. And there's some of that in agriculture. Think about tractors and ventilation fans and electricity used for pumps for irrigation. But most of agriculture's contribution to climate change comes from other processes that are not in the fossil fuel or the power sector. Where are those? The first is nitrous oxide. Nitrous oxide is a greenhouse gas about 300 times more potent than carbon dioxide. And it comes because most farmers around the world and in the U.S. put about twice as much nitrogen fertilizer on their crops, on the land, as the plants can absorb. That extra nitrogen goes somewhere. Some of it goes off into the water. I'm sure your listeners have heard about harmful algae outbreaks or eutrophication of areas like the Chesapeake Bay and other bays where you just get too many nutrients and too much algae and very sick ecosystem. A lot of that nitrogen, though, also goes into the atmosphere as nitrous oxide. About 80% of nitrous oxide emissions in the U.S. come from agriculture. Excess fertilization of our hundreds of millions of acres of crop land. Quick question. Why would, because the farmers have to pay money for this, why do they apply twice as much as the plants can absorb? Great question. It's because of several different factors. Partly it is essentially technical or mechanical. A farmer may want to have the fertilizer on the land right at the spring when the crops are growing but the land may be a little muddy then. So they may have put it on in the fall, which is unfortunate because in the United States, in our temperate area, no plants are taking up fertilizers in the fall. Also, a plant is like you or me. They want to eat continually but a farmer may not want to apply fertilizer continuous. Every time you apply it, it takes tractor time and effort and it is more difficult. So they'll put a ton of fertilizer on at one point and then hope it lasts for a while, knowing that some of it will run off, but hopeful that some will remain to satisfy the plant. There's a lot of effort now to try to improve fertilizer application. To make sure it's applied in ways just the right amount at the right time. And perhaps with these what's called extended release fertilizers where you put it on and it will continue to release the nutrients to the plant over the next couple of weeks and not run off. But we have a long way to go. Okay, thanks. I appreciate that discussion and I'm sorry I diverted you from the track you were on talking about the overall impact of agriculture on the climate. I think what's so exciting about this area is that everyone cares about our food. We eat it three times a day or more and yet we know very little about where it comes from and its impacts on the world around us. It's wonderful to be talking about this. The second major source of climate change impact in agriculture is methane. Methane is another greenhouse gas much more powerful than carbon dioxide. About 30 times more powerful over a hundred years and about 85 times more powerful than carbon dioxide over 20 years. Which is I think the policy relevant time period that we're looking at because we're all trying to achieve climate stability by 2050. And where does methane come from? A little bit comes from rice, but the vast majority of it comes from cows and from manure. Cows are different than you and me. They can eat grass, and their stomachs are different, and release methane. Every time they breathe out, they are essentially breathing out this potent greenhouse gas methane. This is called enteric methane and it's the largest single source of methane in the United States. Bigger than the gas industry or the oil industry. The other major source of methane is manure. Our animals are raised in what are called concentrated animal feeding operations. They're not grazing bucolically on the pasture, they are crammed into buildings where there may be thousands, or tens of thousands, or even hundreds of thousands of these animals. Those hundreds of thousands of animals produce a vast amount of manure, whether it be say pigs in North Carolina or dairies in many States, or cattle or chicken. All our meat nowadays is grown in these concentrated areas where you get concentrated manure and that is often stored in these lagoons. These big pits of poop basically. And that, as it decomposes in this liquid environment, what's called anaerobically , releases a tremendous amount of methane. That's the second largest source of methane in the country after the cows belching. So you have nitrous oxide and you have methane. And then the third way agriculture contributes to climate change, which is different say than the fossil fuel sector, is by changing the land itself. Agriculture uses a tremendous amount of land. Think about it. When you go around, what do you see? You see agriculture uses about 62% of the contiguous United States; 800 million acres of land for grazing; or almost 400 million acres of land for cropland. Healthy land before it's been used for agriculture has a tremendous amount of carbon in the soil and in the plants. Just think about a forest with all the rich soil and the rich vegetation. When that is cleared to be a cornfield, all that carbon is lost and essentially it goes into the atmosphere as carbon dioxide. And that soil after that can't absorb any more carbon. Healthy soil is absorbing carbon all the time and most agricultural soils are not. So that release of carbon when you convert land to agriculture and that continuing inability to sequester carbon is another major way that agriculture contributes to climate change. So these three ways: nitrous oxide, methane and carbon from soil are all important contributors to climate change that don't really fit most people's model of what drives climate change - burning coal or oil and releasing carbon dioxide. But the bottom line is if we don't address agriculture's contribution to climate change, no matter how successful we are in reducing our fossil fuel use, we are very likely to face catastrophic climate change. Agriculture's contribution to climate change is so significant. Far more than the indicated by many figures. We can't achieve climate stability without addressing agriculture as well. Agriculture drives about a quarter or a third total green climate change. Given how important this is, why don't people know more about it? And does industry play a role in that? Industry plays a big role, as does politics. Industry - and by industry we mean the food industry. And you've covered this before. It's very concentrated industry where usually two or three or four firms control the market, whether it be for seeds or retail or beef or chicken or pesticides. It's a very, very concentrated industry with tremendous political power. They have done their best to ensure, first of all, the agriculture industry doesn't even have to report their greenhouse gas emissions. Every other industry has to report their greenhouse gas emissions. The big polluters have to report. On the other hand, agriculture was able to obtain a rider in Congress. That's an extra provision on a budget bill starting about a decade ago that prohibits EPA from requiring agricultural facilities to report greenhouse gas emissions. So unlike most areas, agriculture doesn't even have to report their emissions and industry certainly wants to keep it that way. Also, as I was explaining, agriculture contributes to climate change in a way that is different than what we normally think about. I think that added complexity has just meant it is harder for people to understand. And third, there's a tremendous amount of mythology in agriculture. People think or would like to think that their food comes from this nice family farm with a few animals and a few diversified crops on the hillside. And that in some sense was the reality 50 or 100 years ago, but now it's not the reality. While there's still lots of small farms like that by number, those produce very little of our food. Most of our food is produced in these gigantic animal factories that I mentioned earlier or in gigantic monoculture chemical-dependent agricultural operations. So, we have this disconnect between what is the mythology of agriculture and where our food comes from and the reality of it. People really don't want their myths disrupted. Given the importance of these issues, what are some of the main ways that the impact of agriculture on climate can be changed? That's another exciting part of this. That there's a lot of things that can be done to reduce the impact of agriculture's contribution to climate change. And we know this because there are a lot of producers who have piloted these programs, who've implemented these programs and these practices on their own operations to reduce the climate impact. And they've been successful. So these can be, for example, rotating crops instead of having the same crop year after year after year, which really depletes the soil. You can have different crops in different years and each crop puts a little different in the soil and takes a little different from the soil. As a result, very often you end up needing less artificial pesticide and fertilizer, both of which contribute to climate change. You can manage your animals different. You can manage your manure differently. For example, if manure is treated and handled dry, as opposed to in these wet manure lagoons, it produces very, very little methane. Instead of producing tremendous amounts of methane, it produces almost none. So, if we manage manure differently, we can significantly reduce methane emissions. And of course, there's what we think of as the demand side. In the same way that we think about LED light bulbs or more efficient cars as part of our energy transformation, we can use our land and food more efficiently. We waste a tremendous amount of food. Maybe 30-40% of the food we produce is wasted. That's crazy. It's all the effort and the greenhouse gases from producing the food are wasted if the food is wasted. Even worse, the food is dumped into a landfill for the most part where it releases more methane. And it's inefficient. We have a system that very heavily subsidizes meat production, but meat uses, particularly beef, a tremendous amount of land because cows need a lot of land the way their biology requires land and time. So we have almost 800 million or 700 million acres of land devoted to cattle grazing that could be storing carbon. Then it takes about 15 pounds of grain to get a pound of beef where people can eat the grain directly much more efficiently. So there's a lot of practices that we can do at every stage of the process to reduce the climate impact of agriculture. The challenge is that it's only on a couple percent of American cropland or very little portion of our food is produced that way. So Peter, let me ask you a question about that very point you're on. We've recorded a series of podcasts on regenerative agriculture. Some of the most interesting podcasts we've done from my point of view. And they've included scientists who've studied it, policy people who look into it, but also farmers who have done this. I'm thinking particularly, well, three names pop into mind, but there are more. So Nancy Ranney, who ran a ranch in New Mexico for cattle, Gabe Brown, a regenerative farmer in North Dakota, and Will Harris from Georgia were all people we spoke to. I got the sense in each of those cases that these people were converting to this new model of farming because of what they cared about. It was their own passions that led them to do this and belief that a different system of agriculture was going to be important for the future. They were doing it for that reason, rather than any incentives from the government or policies that were encouraging, things like that. So there will be a small number of such people who would do it because they're passionate about it. I'm assuming that number will grow, but never fast enough to really do anything to scale like we really need it. So I'm ultimately you're going to need policies in place to ensure these things happen in more and more farms. Are there particular policies that are oriented this way that you think might be especially helpful? Kelly, you are spot on. I know Nancy and Gabe and Will, and they're terrific. They are pioneers and they are showing that we know this works. We're not looking at ideas that might work. We are looking at practices that we know work because of what they and others like them have done. As you said, they're doing it because they believe it's the right thing. We'll get some farmers that way, but we need policy to move from 2% of American crop land to 92% of American crop land. So, how do we do that? One is the current farm bill is very important. The farm bill is the most important environmental law nobody's ever heard of. It dates back to the depression. It's renewed every five years. Congress is debating it right now. It was supposed to be renewed last year, but they couldn't get their act together. So they may or may not be able to reauthorize it this year. But the farm bill in one section provides a tremendous amount of money for nutrition assistance. And you've probably talked about that, what we call the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. In another part of it, it provides tremendous amounts of subsidies to farmers, about $20 billion a year of subsidies to farmers. Right now, those subsidies really are not designed to encourage farmers to adopt the practices that you talked to Nancy or Gabe or Will about. These practices that I was talking about earlier and that sometimes are called regenerative, sometimes agroecological, organic farming is often a part of that. These $20 billion of subsidies though, could be redirected, reshaped somewhat and not necessarily radically, but reshaped and focused on encouraging farmers to adopt these practices that can help mitigate climate change. And importantly, the same practices, and as I'm sure the folks you've talked to said, also help them be more resilient to climate change. They can better help the producer better withstand floods and droughts and temperature extremes. So there is a tremendous upside from this. We are already spending $20 billion a year on farm subsidies. Let's start spending it more intelligently in a way that really addresses our needs. Do you see signs that things are moving in that direction? I wish I did. There are some signs that we're moving in the right direction. The Inflation Reduction Act, which Congress passed a couple of years ago, was the first time Congress ever linked agriculture and climate change. In the 2018 Farm Bill, there's no mention of climate change. And when we were working on that with members on the Hill, there was really no overt conversations about climate change. Fortunately, things have changed. So, a step forward is that we're talking about climate change. And in the Inflation Reduction Act, Congress provided $20 billion to go to programs that are established under the Farm Bill. So, 20 extra billion dollars to these Farm Bill conservation programs and required that that money be spent on practices that will reduce greenhouse gas emissions, essentially help us mitigate climate change. And that, again, was the first time Congress linked agriculture and climate change. Super important. Part of what's going on now on the Hill is a fight to ensure that money that the Inflation Reduction Act provided stays. There are those in Congress that would like to raid those funds and put them to other purposes, which we think would be a big step backwards. So that was really great opportunity. As to the Farm Bill money itself, there's definitely some conversations, particularly among the Democrats, to ensure that all of the Farm Bill programs are a bit more climate-focused. But we're far from consensus on that. So, we're making a bit of progress, but right now Congress is, I think it's fair to say, not at its most functional. And so the type of policy discussions we need, and an honest discussion of how can we help American farmers shift to practices that are better for them, for the communities, upwind and downwind and around them, better for climate change resilience and climate change mitigation. We're really not yet having that conversation as robustly as we need. Hopefully we'll be able to get to a place where the politics will allow us to have that. And frankly, this podcast and other conversations are really important to educating people so we can have that conversation. When you're trying to make policy advances, having public support for it can be a real asset. Do you see signs that the public is becoming more aware of this, that they're urging their political leaders to move on this front? For sure. The public is very much concerned about climate change. Every poll shows that. And people are concerned about it both as citizens and as consumers. So, if you follow the food marketing world, what you see is that many surveys show that consumers are very interested in the climate impact of their food choices. And far more than was the case a couple of years ago. And they want to know how can I buy food? How can I eat food that is climate friendly, that helps us stabilize the climate? And industry is responding to that. Now, some industry is responding to that by deceptive advertising. You may have seen that the New York Attorney General recently sued JBS, the world's largest beef company, for misleading statements about the climate-friendliness of their beef. So some companies are talking more than they're doing, but others are trying to respond to consumers' interest in more climate-friendly food. You see a growth in plant-based foods, plant-based milks, because plant-based foods have a much, much lower climate impact than meats, particularly beef. And so consumers are interested in that, and that market is responding. And I think you'll see more of that in governmental procurement as well. Governments that are trying to think about how can we, say New York City, reduce our climate footprint while a big part of a city's climate footprint is the food it purchases, say for New York City schools. And a city can take action by trying to buy lower climate impact foods. And that would be foods produced in a way that you've talked about with regenerative practices and also lower climate impact, such as more plant based. So, I think we're seeing a lot of progress on that for sure. So Peter, related to this, what would you think about some kind of labeling system on food products that gives an environmental score, let's say? I personally like the idea of labels. I'm not an expert by any stretch. I do remember that not too long ago, New York City required restaurants to label or have on the menus the calorie content of food. And that provision was later adopted by the Affordable Care Act and now is required of chain restaurants. And Trump tried to roll that back. So we litigated to try to preserve that and get that requirement reinstated in the Affordable Care Act successfully. And during that, I learned that labels really make a difference. Calorie labeling on menus does in fact help people make more informed choices and often better choices. And there's no question, again, I'm not an expert. You probably know much more, but for example, the added sugar labels make a difference and others. So I think as a whole, labels can make a big difference. Now, environmental footprint is a complicated multifaceted issue because something may create harm to water. It may create harm through toxic, say pesticide residue, or it may have a big climate footprint. How do you put all of that into a simple label? It's a complicated question. But I do think there's interest in having particularly climate, the climate impact food be identified on the label. And perhaps we will move in that direction. Bio Based in New York, Peter Lehner is the managing attorney of Earthjustice's Sustainable Food & Farming Program, developing litigation, administrative, and legislative strategies to promote a more just and environmentally sound agricultural system and to reduce health, environmental, and climate harms from production of our food. Peter is one of the leading experts on the impact of agriculture on climate change and is the author of Farming for Our Future; the Science, Law, and Policy of Climate-Neutral Agriculture. From 2007–2015, Peter was the executive director of the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and the NRDC Action Fund. Among other new initiatives, Peter shaped a clean food program with food waste, antibiotic-free meat, regional food, and climate mitigation projects. From 1999–2006, Peter served as chief of the Environmental Protection Bureau of the New York State Attorney General's office. He supervised all environmental litigation by and against the state. He developed innovative multi-state strategies targeting global warming and air pollution emissions from the nation's largest electric utilities, spearheaded novel watershed enforcement programs, and led cases addressing invasive species, wildlife protection, and public health. Peter previously served at NRDC for five years directing the clean water program where he brought important attention to stormwater pollution. Before that, he created and led the environmental prosecution unit for New York City. Peter holds an AB in philosophy and mathematics from Harvard College and is an honors graduate of Columbia University Law School. Peter is on the boards of the Rainforest Alliance and Environmental Advocates of New York and a member of the American College of Environmental Lawyers. He helps manage two mid-sized farms and teaches a course on agriculture and environmental law at Columbia Law School.
Join us as we welcome the dynamic duo, Brooks and Abby Bowser of Bowser Family Farms, who take us through their farming evolution from conventional practices to the world of regenerative grazing. Our guests reveal their inspiring journey, learning from pioneers like Gabe Brown, and how they have implemented diverse cover crops and pasture management techniques to nurture their soil and livestock. As Abby transitioned from traditional to regenerative methods, the Bowsers saw firsthand the ecological benefits unfold on their farm. Their candid reflections on the challenges and victories encountered offer valuable insights for anyone interested in sustainable agriculture.Listen in as the conversation shifts to the burgeoning biodiversity that regenerative agriculture brings. Brooks and Abby share observations from their Michigan farm, where wildlife, such as pheasants, has flourished, signaling a restored habitat. They delve into the intricacies of fencing strategies and the impact on cattle, drawing parallels to the needs of flower farming and pollinator habitats. This chapter highlights the necessity of a long-term perspective, underscoring the patience required when making decisions that shape the future of our ecosystems.Finally, we explore the pivotal role of social media in marketing farm produce directly to consumers. The Bowsers discuss their successful strategies that leverage storytelling and education on soil health to connect with their audience. They also touch upon the diversity in their livestock operations and the economics behind the choices they make. Wrapping up the episode, Brooks and Abby extend an invitation to other grazers to join the conversation and share their own experiences, emphasizing the power of community and knowledge sharing in advancing regenerative grazing practices.Links Mentioned in the Episode:Bowser Family FarmsBowser Family Farms on InstagramBowser Family Farms on FacebookVisit our Sponsors:Noble Research InstituteKencove Farm Fence
Forestry is incredibly interesting and important, and it really speaks to me personally, because it's one of these fields that is inherently interdisciplinary. You have to understand how things relate and connect to create a healthy, sustainable system. But traditionally, forestry was all about resource extraction, which often is done at the expense of long term sustainability.And my guest today, Ethan Tapper, is just the person to help us understand how forestry is changing. Ethan is a professional forester, and has incredibly unique personal experiences, which have helped him gain a compelling perspective on what makes for a “healthy” forest, and the trade-offs involved in getting there.Ethan personally manages a tract of forest called Bear Island in Vermont, and has had to deal with expanses of invasive species, disease, mismanagement, and much more to turn the tides and make the forest healthier.Today, we discuss exactly how Ethan defines what a healthy forest is, the trade-offs he considers when facing challenges such as invasive species and disease, the use of herbicides and forest thinning, and much more.And by the way, Ethan has packaged his personal journey into a book, due out in September 2024 called How to Love a Forest. And you can find him on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Also find Ethan at ethantapper.com, and his new consultancy, Bear Island Forestry.FULL SHOW NOTESLINKSBraiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall KimmererBringing Nature Home – by Doug TallamyThe Hidden Forest Biography of an Ecosystem by Jon R. Luoma [Amazon Link]Nature's Best Hope – by Doug Tallamy, Dr. Tallamy's 2020 releaseThe Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees – by Doug Tallamy, 2021Runes of the North by Sigurd Olsen Previous Podcast Episodes MentionedDoug Tallamy on Nature's ArchivePeople and OrganizationsGriff Griffith TikTok / Facebook and Redwoods Rising TikTok / FacebookKyle Lybarger at The Native Habitat ProjectTom GrovesSupport Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Gabe Brown, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
A peaceful evening at the Peterson household is shattered by the arrival of an unforeseen visitor. While Samantha and Micheal continue to be questioned at the NARB. Willis and Ramirez continue the search for their asset, will they get to in time?Featuring the voices of RICHARD LEACOCK as Michael, JASMINE ASHANTI as Larson and Alpha 8, JESSI MECHLER as Samantha, TODD GAJDUSEK as Dr. Stevens and other voice, CAMERON ELIE as Daniel, MALACHI JOSIAH WHITE as Jackson, SYDNEY THOMAS as Taryn, SAM GIPSON as Ramirez and other voices, JAKE FARRAGO as Willis, NAOMI CHAN as Delta Leader and other voices, OMARI WILLIAMS ad Brady and other voices.Additional performances by Jessica McKay, Gabe Brown, Stephanie Elie, Chris Power, John Comerford, Myla Elie, Joe Bratcher, Jaime Sutor, Wendy Pierce, Stuart Pankin and Craig ElieAlpha 8 was created by Stephanie Elie and is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Alpha 8 is a production of Bizzie Media Group. Created by Stephanie Elie. This episode was written and directed by Stephanie Elie. Sound design by Xperience J. Original music composed by Steven Bias. Story editing by Jake Farrago. Scipt Supervisor Myla Elie. Alpha 8 is Executive Produced by Haywood L. Brown, Craig Elie, and June Bayha. Other Music by Epidemic Sound. Alpha 8 was recorded at Dave & Dave Recording Studio. Show Art created by Tal Minear. Special thanks to Joe Bratcher and Twin Bridges.For more on Alpha 8, including full cast and crew lists, episode transcripts, and bonus content, visit our website at alpha8audio.com. Follow us on social media to get the latest updates and behind-the-scenes looks at how we bring the universe of Alpha 8 to life.Don't forget to subscribe, share with your friends, and leave us a rating and review on Podchaser, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Your support helps us keep this interstellar journey going! If you have questions feel free to reach out to alpha8audio@gmail.com.
Snakes are the perfect topic for Nature's Archive. They are often over-generalized to fit a worst-case stereotype, but they are critically important to our food webs and ecosystems. And like so much of what we discuss, once you start learning just a bit about them, you see how amazing and diverse they are.And there are few better suited to guide us through the world of snakes than Dr. Emily Taylor. Dr. Taylor is a professor of biological sciences at California Poly San Luis Obispo and has been studying mating systems and physiology of rattlesnakes for 25 years. She's also founder of Project RattleCam, which monitors a huge Prairie Rattlesnake rookery in Colorado, founder of Central Coast Snake Services, and an author. In fact, her latest book California Snakes and How to Find Them comes out on May 7 2024, which is literally tomorrow from the original release date of this podcast.Today, we discuss the diversity of snakes across the United States - and I have to say, I kept saying United Snakes as I tried to read this the first time. And of course, how to find snakes, just like in the title of her book.We discuss what different snakes eat, why the Kingsnake is named kingsnake, why live animals can't simply claw their way out of a snake's belly, and what it's like to be surrounded by dozens of rattlesnakes all rattling at the same time.Of course, we also discuss how snakes contribute to our ecosystems, and the threats that they face.Dr. Taylor can be found on Instagram, Twitter, and Threads as @snakeymamaYou can check emilytaylorscience.com for events she is attending and much more.FULL SHOW NOTESLINKSAdvocates for Snake PreservationCalifornia Snakes and How to Find Them - the NEW book!Central Coast Snake ServicesDr. Christina Zdenek - Australian snake researcher, IG, TwitterFree Snake Relocation DirectoryMarissa Ishimatsu - major photographic contributor to Dr. Taylor's new book. Check Marissa's instagram for incredible snake and nature photographyProject RattleCamRaptors Are The Solution - resources for dealing with rodents that don't harm snakes, birds, and petsSave the SnakesSupport Us On Patreon!Buy our Merch!Music: Spellbound by Brian Holtz MusicLicense (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseArtist site: https://brianholtzmusic.com Discover the Jumpstart Nature Podcast - entertaining and immersive, it's the nature fix we all need.Check past Nature's Archive episodes for amazing guests like Doug Tallamy, Elaine Ingham, and Gabe Brown, covering topics from bird migration to fungi to frogs and bats!
Gabe Brown had the good fortune of growing up next door to Northeastern racing icon Dale Shaw. He quite literally grew up in the chassis shop, learning how to work on racecars, how to drive racecars, and - just like Dale - how to get people's attention. Although he's only 21, he has already accomplished more than most racers two or three times his age ever will. A champion of the Granite State Pro Stock Series and a winner with PASS and ACT, Gabe Brown has become one of the brightest young stars in the region and one of its most controversial.
Gabe Brown and Dr. Allen Williams of Understanding Ag joined me to discuss the state of agriculture in 2024. We discuss, among other things, the unfathomable occurrence of dust storms simultaneously with floods in the Southeast as well as what this proves and how these occurrences can be mitigated. Thanks to our Studio Sponsor, Understanding...
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