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Tai Lopez sits down with legendary “lunatic farmer” Joel Salatin—his first mentor—to talk work, purpose, food systems, and practical self-reliance. This conversation focuses on what it actually takes to build competence at home and in business. What you’ll learn: • “Make America Work Again” (MAWA): why meaningful work builds families and communities • Daily disciplines for health and clarity (sleep, reducing distractions, staying connected to real food) • Practical steps for urban and suburban listeners: cook from scratch, know your farmer, value provenance • Entrepreneurship on the farm: direct marketing, customer relationships, and honest incentives • Raising capable kids: responsibility, confidence, and learning by doing • Becoming a lifelong learner instead of chasing quick fixes Explore Joel’s work: • Polyface Farms: https://polyfacefarms.com/ (Find Joel's Books in the Store!) • The Lunatic Farmer (Joel’s blog): https://www.thelunaticfarmer.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tune in for a Best of Conversation with Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms - author, educator, regenerative farmer - sharing common sense wisdom and a simple vision for a sustainable future.

Joel Salatin is back to share why he's taking a bold stand against federal overreach—and what really happens when the government comes knocking. From eye-opening bird flu extermination tactics to a surprising call from RFK Jr., Joel breaks down the growing pressure on small farms, who's profiting, and the natural solutions being ignored. He also challenges the myth of total self-sufficiency and makes a compelling case for building strong, local community ties. Whether you're in the thick of farming or just passionate about food freedom, this conversation will inspire you to think differently—and take action right where you are!In this episode, we cover:Why Joel is taking a hard stand against federal overreach on his farmThe shocking methods used in bird flu exterminationHow a sheriff's bold promise gave Joel the confidence to push backThe surprising call Joel got from RFK Jr. and how it sparked national momentumWhy small farms are getting squeezed out—and who's profiting mostNatural, non-vaccine treatments for bird flu that no one wants to talk aboutThe real reason some hatcheries are canceling your meat bird ordersWhy building your “farm team” might matter more than being self-sufficientPractical ways to serve your community now—so they'll show up when it countsWhat really happens when the government shows up without a warrantView full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this video on YouTube.Thank you to our sponsors!McMurrayHatchery.com | A wide selection of poultry breeds and supplies to assist you with raising your flockNutrimill.com | High-quality small kitchen appliance products that function well, are easy to use, and promote healthy eatingRESOURCES MENTIONEDWatch The Lunatic Farmer by Angel StudiosCONNECTJoel Salatin of Polyface Farm | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube Homesteaders of America | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest

In this episode, we chat with Alex from Chucktown Acres, a regenerative farm based in Charleston, South Carolina. Alex shares his transformation from suburban musician and Bible college student to full-time regenerative farmer. His journey includes a pivotal internship at Polyface Farms and eventually taking over an existing farm operation in coastal South Carolina. Alex now manages a thriving multi-species livestock operation and also teaches marketing to other farmers.Topics CoveredAlex's health awakening and discovery of real foodThe shift from Bible college to aspiring farmerSecuring a highly competitive internship at Polyface FarmsWhat life and work were like at PolyfaceStarting and rebranding Chucktown AcresRaising grass-fed beef, Berkshire hogs, broilers, laying hens, turkeys, and moreAdjusting practices for regional predator pressure in South CarolinaUsing and recommending Kiwi Tech posts and Gallagher reelsBuilding a direct-to-consumer business with Barn2Door and weekly email marketingOffering internships for local youth interested in sustainable agNavigating social media and customer communicationEquipment preferences and gear talk (O'Brien vs. Kiwi Tech)Whether you're just starting your regenerative journey or looking to refine your marketing and multi-species operation, Alex's story is a valuable one. He didn't grow up farming and didn't inherit land—but he found a way through passion, grit, and practical action. His take on internships, rebranding, and building customer relationships through authentic marketing is inspiring and actionable. Plus, there's plenty of great gear talk for graziers who love comparing reels and posts.Resources MentionedPolyface FarmsBooks & Authors:Folks, This Ain't Normal by Joel SalatinDirt to Soil by Gabe BrownWorks by Greg Judy, Alan Savory, Will HarrisBarn2Door – eCommerce for farmersRedmond AgricultureNoble Research Institute CoursesKiwi Tech Posts – Available at Ken CoveGallagher reels, O'Brien posts, and other fencing gearVisit 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 PodcastChapters(00:00) - Introduction and Quickfire Questions (01:58) - Welcome to the Grazing Grass Podcast (03:36) - Alex's Journey to Farming (05:15) - Discovering the World of Health Food (06:56) - From Bible College to Farming Aspirations (15:57) - Internship at Polyface Farms (42:06) - Starting Chucktown Acres (45:17) - Starting the Farming Journey (45:56) - A Fortunate Break (46:59) - Taking Over the Farm (48:33) - Rebranding and Relocating (49:50) - Challenges and Adaptations (53:30) - Marketing and Sales Strategies (57:29) - Social Media and Marketing Challenges (59:49) - Advice for New Farmers (01:12:05) - The Importance of Farmer's Markets (01:14:19) - Famous Four Questions (01:19:52) - Final Thoughts and Resources

Joel Salatin—farmer, author, and foreword writer for Ginny Yurich's new book—joins us for his fifth episode, and it's a powerhouse. This conversation is a front-row seat to what happens when you raise kids in real life instead of a classroom. Joel walks us through the radical decision he and his wife made in the 1980s to homeschool, back when it was still illegal in parts of the country and deeply misunderstood. With no research, no co-ops, and no roadmap, they said yes anyway—because they couldn't say yes to the public system, and they couldn't afford private school. The outcome? Two thriving, confident, competent adult children and a family legacy that changed generations. We talk about why the simple things—folding laundry, planting a garden, making muffins—build real competence and self-worth in a world that's often more virtual than visceral. Joel's stories are riveting: from a son who couldn't read at ten to one who now runs the family business with confidence and purpose. If you've ever questioned your decision to homeschool (or are considering it), this conversation will remind you: you don't need to know how it all turns out to know that you're doing something that matters. ** Get your copy of Homeschooling, You're Doing it Right Just by Doing it here Learn more about Joel and all he has to offer here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I had the distinct honor and pleasure of sitting down with some SERIOUS legends at the Midwest Preparedness Project Festival last week in Lawrence, Kansas. It was an increbibly uplifting event with so much education and inspiration. I got to meet and hang out with some serious legends. Here is my live podcast I recorded where I got to interview Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms, Nicole Sauce from Living Free in Tennessee, William Bond, the Permaculture Consultant, and Patrick Henry, the President of the Midwest Preparedness Project. Get links to all of their stuff below. Midwest Preparedness Project Festival: https://midwestpreparednessproject.com Joel Salatin: https://polyfacefarms.com Nicole Sauce https://www.livingfreeintennessee.com/  William Bond: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePermacultureConsultant  GET THE FULL LIST OF SOURCES AND BECOME A PREMIUM MEMBER ON SUBSTACK: https://rebunked.substack.com PLEASE HELP ME OVERRIDE THE TYRANTS AND GO SUBSCRIBE TO MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL, LIKE, COMMENT AND SHARE THIS EPISODE FROM YOUTUBE! WE CAN TAKE BACK THAT PLATFORM! https://www.youtube.com/@rebunked Trade In Your State Sponsored Indoctrination for a Method of Learning o Create Self-Reliance with Autonomy (SEASON 13 STARTS SOON!) https://www.universityofreason.com/a/2147825829/2WU6ALrf Links to ALL of my Projects: https://linktr.ee/Rebunked Get my New Album “Universal Basic Awesome” with unreleased track and MERCH at https://RebunkedRecords.com ALL THE MUSIC VIDEOS: https://youtube.com/@RebunkedRecords INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebunkednew  TWITTER: https://twitter.com/rebunkednews TELEGRAM: https://t.me/Rebunkednews Start your Heavy Metal Detox: https://TruthTRS.com Tip Jar: https://GiveSendGo.com/Rebunked    Rebunked on Substack: https://Rebunked.substack.com      Rebunked News is happy to shout out: Supercharge your health with the amazing supplements at Chemical Free Body! https://chemicalfreebody.com/?rfsn=7505813.fa2d09  VALUE-FOR-VALUE DONATION: https://Rebunked.news  VENMO: https://account.venmo.com/u/rebunked  CASHAPP: https://cash.app/$rebunked  PAYPAL: https://Paypal.me/Rebunked  T-SHIRTS: https://Rebunked.news/Shirts Bitcoin bc1q2fkqag2j66kml2n0sckrx29uq2us0almqg6vsz Ethereum Address:  0x49fC9735bb023C6955BD5e04b8Db096e1920cAA9

In this episode I was joined by Joel Salatin.  We discussed some of the biggest challenges to small producers today, how can farmers transition from traditional agriculture to more natural production and increase profits at the same time. We also talked about how homesteaders can adapt some of Joel's techniques raising small livestock like poultry and rabbits and the importance of ethical slaughter.  We then moved in to leader follower grazing systems, helping our local producers and a ton more. Today's episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 12-16-11 and was originally Episode-805- Joel Salatin from Polyface Farms. The … Continue reading →

Regenerative farming pioneer Joel Salatin joins Dr. Jordan B. Peterson to challenge the myth that cows are bad for the planet. They explore how pasture-based farming restores ecosystems, the dangers of industrial agriculture, and why storytelling matters in the fight for the future of food. Joel Salatin, dubbed the "Lunatic Farmer," is a Christian libertarian environmentalist and one of the most outspoken voices in regenerative agriculture. Co-owner of Polyface Farm in Virginia, he supplies thousands with pasture-raised meats and teaches sustainable farming worldwide. With 16 books, such as “The Omnivore's Dilemma," countless columns, and a wildly engaging speaking style, Salatin blends mischief, grit, and deep cultural insight to challenge how we think about food, freedom, and stewardship of the land. This episode was filmed on March, 10th, 2025.  | Links | For Joel Salatin: On X https://x.com/joelsalatin?lang=en Polyface Farms website https://polyfacefarms.com/ Read “Homestead Tsunami: Good for Country, Critters, and Kids” https://a.co/d/5gg3vAV Read “You Can Farm: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Start & Succeed in a Farming Enterprise” https://a.co/d/fX8wSWF 

Regenerative Farming: Healing the Land One Bite at a Time Guest Joel Salatin, Owner, Polyface Farm What if consumers could gradually move away from purchasing energy-intensive industrial food and go back to buying whole foods farmed with earth-friendly methods? Every such purchase would help those people heal themselves and heal the land, rebuild healthy soil, clear the air and purify the water. Many people are under the misconception that cattle contribute to increases in greenhouse gases. Guest Joel Salatin tells the real story. With a room full of debate trophies, 16 published books and a thriving multi-generational family farm, Salatin can clearly explain how to manage cattle, so that they can solve some of today's most pressing ecological concerns. He is world-renowned for using livestock to rebuild the land and soil. He applies chemical free farming methods and shows how animal husbandry is one of the answers to a greener, cleaner, healthier world for all. Salatin is also a delightful storyteller, who characterizes himself as a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Many describe him as the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson. He draws on a lifetime of food, farming and fantasy to entertain and inspire audiences around the world. Salatin devotes one segment of this episode to talking about Beyond Labels, which he co-authored with Dr. Sina McCollough. who has a Ph.D. in Nutrition and actually understands unpronounceable carbon chains, Beyond Labels is an informative and entertaining book that leads readers on a journey from generally unhealthy food and farming to an ultimately healing place. INFORMATION RESOURCES Read the Musings of a Lunatic Farmer - https://www.thelunaticfarmer.com/blog Shop the Polyface Farms farm store - https://polyfacefarms.com/ Subscribe to the Beyond Labels podcast - https://beyondlabels.supportingcast.fm/ Order the Beyond Labels book - https://polyfaceshop.com/Beyond-Labels-p592404762 Check out Joel Salatin's full list of books and DVDs - https://polyfaceshop.com/BOOKS-&-DVDS-c43252175   RELATED PODCASTS Why Eating Organic is Crucial to the Planet with Zen Honeycutt - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/eating-organic-crucial-future-planet/ Soil Science and Bionutrition with Dan Kittredge - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/soil-science-and-bionutrition/ Farm to School with Stephanie Bush - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/farm-to-school/ Farm and Forest Schooling for Kids with Kelly McNiff - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/farm-forest-schooling-kids/ Backyard Farming for Self-Sufficiency with Mike Mandeville - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/backyard-farming-for-self-sufficiency/ Agrohomeopathy for Healthier Farms and Gardens with Kris White - https://dreamvisions7radio.com/agrohomeopathy-for-healthier-farms-and-gardens/   Read about DIPG: Eternal Hope Versus Terminal Corruption by Dean Fachon begin to uncover the truth about cancer - https://dipgbook.com/ Learn more at https://netwalkri.com email storywalkerwendy@gmail.com or call 401 529-6830. Connect with Wendy to order copies of Fiddlesticks, The Angel Heart or Storywalker Wild Plant Magic Cards. Subscribe to Wendy's blog Writing with Wendy at www.wendyfachon.blog. Join Wendy on facebook at www.facebook.com/groups/StoryWalkingRadio

Join John Bush and his wife and business partner Rebecca for a LIVE show breaking down what's to come with the Exit and Build Land Summit taking place May 23rd and 24th at Joel Salatin's PolyFace Farms.  John and Rebecca will share who is speaking and will announce the schedule, which is chock full of interactive workshops and powerful talks.  In the second half of the show they'll be joined by old school liberty rocker, Jordan Page, who will be performing during the event.  Learn more about the Land Summit and get tickets here:  https://exitandbuildlandsummit.com   *** Support Our Sponsors and Partners: CrowdHealth is revolutionizing how we handle medical bills. ✅ No networks. ✅ Transparent costs. ✅ Support from a like-minded community. USE CODE LFA at checkout to get a discounted membership of $99/month for the first 6 months. https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/promo...  ***  

In this powerful episode of The One Dream Podcast, Dr. Nick and Leah Wilson sit down with legendary regenerative farmer Joel Salatin of Polyface Farm to unpack the truth behind the rising egg prices, the so-called bird flu epidemic, and what's really happening in our food supply chain. Joel shares what most people don't know about the mass culling of chickens, the fraudulent testing protocols, and how government and industry policies are undermining both farmers and consumers. Together, we explore what individuals and families can do to opt out of a broken system and take back control of their food and health. In this episode, we discuss: The real reasons behind skyrocketing egg prices and the bird flu narrative Why 160+ million healthy chickens have been unnecessarily killed — and who profits from it How the PCR tests used to identify bird flu are fundamentally flawed The untold story of gain-of-function research driving more virulent bird flu strains The mRNA vaccine push for animals and what it means for your food Why knowing your farmer and your food is essential for protecting health and freedom Practical ways families can take action, from backyard chickens to sourcing real food Resources mentioned in this episode: Polyface Farms on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polyfacefarm?igsh=bThmNXBkYWljcXpv The Lunatic Farmer Blog (One of Leah's favorites): https://www.thelunaticfarmer.com Stand For Health Freedom — Bird Flu Resource: Message "bird flu" to @standforhealthfreedom on Instagram to get a direct link to everything you need to know about bird flu If this conversation gave you a fresh perspective, share it with a friend who's questioning the system and wants to live a healthier, freer life. And don't forget to subscribe to The One Dream Podcast so you never miss an episode. Follow The One Dream Podcast on Instagram.

Find more from Joel Salatin HERE: https://polyfacefarms.com/ Josh Sigurdson talks with Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms, an entrepreneur and farmer who for years has fought against Monsanto, factory farming and dependence pushing for people to homestead and/or farm and not be dependent on the system. We previously interviewed Joel in 2017 regarding Monsanto. Now, 8 years later, we delve into the massively expanded technocratic grid as more than ever, people are dependent on grocery stores, the grid and AI, weakened by design. The World Economic Forum agenda is to destroy self sustainability and make people weak slaves to technocracy. Eventually they want food rations and carbon credit scores. They're already being rolled out to some degree and with the 2024 United Nations Pact For The Future, this problem is encroaching quicker than ever. The climate lobby attempting to bring down farms is more alive than ever. There are solutions however which Joel Salatin has spent decades teaching people. There is also a rumor circulating that Joel Salatin was picked to head the USDA. He explains this and more in this interview. Stay tuned for more from WAM! GET NON-MRNA FREEZE DRIED MEAT HERE: https://wambeef.com/ Use code WAMBEEF to save 20%! GET HEIRLOOM SEEDS & NON GMO SURVIVAL FOOD HERE: https://heavensharvest.com/ USE Code WAM to save 5% plus free shipping! Get local, healthy, pasture raised meat delivered to your door here: https://wildpastures.com/promos/save-20-for-life/bonus15?oid=6&affid=321 USE THE LINK & get 20% off for life and $15 off your first box! SIGN UP FOR HOMESTEADING COURSES NOW: https://freedomfarmers.com/link/17150/ Get Prepared & Start The Move Towards Real Independence With Curtis Stone's Courses! GET YOUR APRICOT SEEDS at the life-saving Richardson Nutritional Center HERE: https://rncstore.com/r?id=bg8qc1 GET TICKETS TO ANARCHAPULCO HERE: https://anarchapulco.com/ Save money by using code WAM GET YOUR WAV WATCH HERE: https://buy.wavwatch.com/WAM Use Code WAM to save $100 and purchase amazing healing frequency technology! GET ORGANIC CHAGA MUSHROOMS HERE: https://alaskachaga.com/wam Use code WAM to save money! See shop for a wide range of products! GET AMAZING MEAT STICKS HERE: https://4db671-1e.myshopify.com/discount/WAM?rfsn=8425577.918561&utm_source=refersion&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=8425577.918561 USE CODE WAM TO SAVE MONEY! GET YOUR FREEDOM KELLY KETTLE KIT HERE: https://patriotprepared.com/shop/freedom-kettle/ Use Code WAM and enjoy many solutions for the outdoors in the face of the impending reset! BUY GOLD HERE: https://firstnationalbullion.com/schedule-consult/ HELP SUPPORT US AS WE DOCUMENT HISTORY HERE: https://gogetfunding.com/help-wam-cover-history/ PayPal: ancientwonderstelevision@gmail.com FIND OUR CoinTree page here: https://cointr.ee/joshsigurdson JOIN US on SubscribeStar here: https://www.subscribestar.com/world-alternative-media For subscriber only content! Pledge here! Just a dollar a month can help us alive! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=2652072&ty=h&u=2652072 BITCOIN ADDRESS: 18d1WEnYYhBRgZVbeyLr6UfiJhrQygcgNU World Alternative Media 2025

What if everything you've been told about food safety, farming, and “sustainable” agriculture is a lie? Factory farms, government overreach, and chemical-laced food—yeah, we're going there. Today, I'm sitting down with none other than Joel Salatin—the self-proclaimed ‘Lunatic Farmer'—to shatter the myths of conventional farming and expose the broken system controlling our food.   In this episode, we're diving into: ✔️ Why factory farming is an environmental disaster—and how it's crushing small farmers ✔️ The dirty truth about food safety laws & how they don't actually protect YOU ✔️ What real regenerative, sustainable farming looks like (hint: it's NOT what you see in the grocery store) ✔️ The Food Emancipation Proclamation – how we take back control of what we eat If you care about what's on your plate, the future of food, and real freedom—this episode is for you.  Dubbed the ‘Lunatic Farmer,' Joel Salatin is a pioneer of regenerative agriculture and one of the most outspoken voices in food sovereignty. His family-run Polyface Farm in Virginia has become a model for sustainable, ethical farming, proving that chemical-free, pasture-based farming is not only possible but essential. A best-selling author and speaker, Joel challenges the broken food system, advocating for small-scale farmers and consumer choice in an industry dominated by corporate giants. This isn't just about farming—it's about taking back control of what's on your plate. ✴️ Connect with Polyface Farms on Facebook & Instagram

Get ready for an eye-opening conversation with the legendary Joel Salatin, founder of , as we dissect the future of the food supply and economy in the United States. Joel brings his trademark wit and wisdom to a discussion about economic scenarios like recession and hyperinflation, using a wasp nest analogy to predict how these challenges could impact food production. From deficit spending to potential government interventions, we explore the instability that might arise and the resilience needed to navigate such uncertain times. We also dive into the world of direct food sourcing, emphasizing the importance of cutting down on ultra-processed foods and fostering connections with local farmers. Learn how to fortify your food supply by exploring farmer's markets, community-supported agriculture, and even backyard gardening. This episode offers practical tips on cultivating your own food oasis at home, turning ornamental gardens into edible landscapes that boost both sustainability and self-sufficiency. Finally, we explore the ethical dimensions of food production, from the rise of non-GMO farming to the humane treatment of animals. Joel shares his unconventional yet sustainable farming practices, emphasizing stewardship over ownership and the role of faith in his life. In a conversation that moves from local to global, we touch on the role of consumer choice in supporting farmers and fostering a healthier ecosystem. Join us for insights that span from the farm to the table, with an emphasis on collaboration and growth in the food industry. ------------------------------------------------------------- Chapter Timestamps (00:16) - The Future of Food Supply (10:24) - The Benefits of Direct Food Sourcing (18:36) - Direct Food Sourcing and Self-Sufficiency (25:23) - Respecting Animals in Food Production (40:13) - Culinary Philosophy and Sustainable Farming (51:52) - Networking in the Food Industry ----------------------------------------------   Chapter 1 The Future of Food Supply 00:16 This chapter features a compelling discussion with Joel Salatin, the founder of Polyface Farms, about the current state and future of the food supply and economy. We explore potential economic outcomes for the U.S. in the next five years, considering possibilities such as recession, depression, or hyperinflation, while acknowledging the unpredictability of such events. Salatin provides insights into the consequences of deficit spending and potential governmental actions like price controls, which could disrupt industries like food production. Using an analogy of a wasp nest, he illustrates the potential instability and reactionary measures that may arise from economic dysfunction, offering a thought-provoking perspective on the challenges and resilience needed in uncertain times.   Chapter 2 The Benefits of Direct Food Sourcing 10:24 This chapter focuses on the importance of reducing the consumption of ultra-processed foods and establishing a direct connection to your food sources. We emphasize the significance of opting for local farmer's markets, community-supported agriculture, and even direct shipments from farms like Polyface Farms, which offers nationwide delivery. The conversation highlights the benefits of decentralizing food systems to enhance resilience against disruptions, like those seen in 2020. We also explore how individuals with backyard spaces can start growing their own food by planting what they enjoy eating, considering both perennials like berries and orchard trees, and annuals like vegetables. The chapter suggests utilizing raised beds for child-friendly gardening and promoting edible landscaping to replace ornamental plants with those that provide food, thereby maximizing the utility of garden spaces.   Chapter 3 Direct Food Sourcing and Self-Sufficiency 18:36 This chapter takes us on a journey through the historical and contemporary implications of food security, using the backdrop of Anne Frank's story to illustrate the resilience of rural communities during crises. We explore how the ability to source food directly from the countryside provided a lifeline during the Nazi occupation of Amsterdam and consider parallels to modern urban vulnerabilities. The conversation shifts to discussing the significance of maintaining a well-stocked pantry and staying healthy to mitigate the impact of societal disruptions. Attention is given to the prevalence of GMOs and additives in modern diets, encouraging listeners to seek out non-GMO foods and support local farmers. By becoming patrons of clean, sustainable agriculture, individuals can play a crucial role in enabling farmers to thrive and reduce reliance on supermarket chains.   Chapter 4 Respecting Animals in Food Production 25:23 This chapter examines the growing trend of non-GMO farming and the impact of consumer choices on the food system, emphasizing the importance of supporting non-GMO products to promote healthier ecosystems and sustainable practices. We discuss the potential health implications of additives in industrial food products, such as antifreeze agents in ice cream, and how discerning consumers can identify more natural alternatives. Additionally, we explore the ethical considerations surrounding animal farming, highlighting the differences between industrial and small-scale operations. The conversation touches on the respect and care smaller farms tend to have for their animals, which may contribute to higher quality meat that cooks faster and retains better texture due to reduced stress and adrenaline levels in the animals. This discussion underscores the interconnectedness of food production, consumer choice, and environmental and ethical considerations.   Chapter 5 Culinary Philosophy and Sustainable Farming 40:13 This chapter explores the journey and philosophy of Joel, a self-proclaimed "lunatic farmer," who has embraced unconventional farming practices that prioritize ecological sustainability over traditional methods. Joel shares how he has been marginalized by the conventional agricultural community, drawing parallels to political figures like RFK Jr., and how he has chosen to embrace his outsider status with humor and resilience. We delve into Joel's holistic view of farming, where he emphasizes stewardship over ownership, viewing land and livestock as God's creations that require responsible management. His approach has allowed him to remain unaffected by global events like the fertilizer crisis following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Joel also touches on the importance of faith and family, describing himself as a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist, and underscores the need for cultural appreciation and collaboration. This narrative concludes with a reflection on the positive atmosphere of a Ron Paul conference, contrasting it with more divisive gatherings.   Chapter 6 Networking in the Food Industry 51:52 This chapter focuses on a conversation where I express my gratitude for a guest's participation and apologize for exceeding time limits. I offer my public relations expertise and access to a broad range of press contacts, particularly in the farm and libertarian freedom sectors. The guest, who frequently participates in various podcasts covering topics from business to food, expresses interest in the contacts I can provide. I conclude by reaffirming the positive experience of the exchange and extending my support through sharing valuable media connections, thus aiming to enhance future opportunities for both of us.   Joel Salatin, Polyface Farms, Food Supply, Economy, United States, Recession, Hyperinflation, Wasp Nest Analogy, Economic Scenarios, Deficit Spending, Government Interventions, Direct Food Sourcing, Ultra-Processed Foods, Local Farmers, Farmer's Markets, Community-Supported Agriculture, Backyard Gardening, Edible Landscapes, Sustainability, Self-Sufficiency, Ethical Dimensions, Non-GMO Farming, Humane Treatment, Sustainable Farming Practices, Stewardship, Faith, Consumer Choice, Food Production, Resilience, Collaboration, Networking, Public Relations, Press Contacts, Positive Experience

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If you know anything about homesteading, you know who Joel Salatin is. Joel has been farming and teaching about farming for decades, and he brings his wealth of experience to this conversation for the new homesteader. What is the bigger picture of homesteading? How can you make money on a homestead? What should you avoid when purchasing land? If you are hoping to start a homestead or have already started your homesteading journey, this episode is full of the encouragement and practical knowledge you need! In this episode, we cover: How starting a homestead in 2024 is different than previous generations You don't need as much land as you think to start a homestead If you can only have one stream of income from your homestead, do this! Can you actually save money raising your own meat? The top small farm mistakes to avoid What to look for when shopping for homestead property How to expand your farm offerings if you want to make a living on your homestead An explanation for the rise in agrotourism and the opportunity it presents to homesteaders The importance of building a strong community among farmers and homesteaders What is the point of homesteading anyways? View full show notes on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube. Thank you for supporting the sponsors that make this show possible! ABOUT JOEL Joel Salatin calls himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Others who like him call him the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture, and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson. Those who don't like him call him a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, charlatan, and starvation advocate. With 12 published books and a thriving multi-generational family farm, he draws on a lifetime of food, farming, and fantasy to entertain and inspire audiences around the world. He's as comfortable moving cows in a pasture as addressing CEOs at a Wall Street business conference. He co-owns, with his family, Polyface Farm in Swoope, Virginia. Featured in the New York Times bestseller Omnivore's Dilemma and award-winning documentary Food Inc., the farm services more than 5,000 families, 50 restaurants, 10 retail outlets, and a farmers' market with salad bar beef, pigaerator pork, pastured poultry, and forestry products. When he's not on the road speaking, he's at home on the farm, keeping the callouses on his hands and dirt under his fingernails, mentoring young people, inspiring visitors, and promoting local, regenerative food and farming systems. Salatin is the editor of The Stockman Grass Farmer, granddaddy catalyst for the grass farming movement. He writes the Pitchfork Pulpit column for Mother Earth News, as well as numerous guest articles for ACRES USA and other publications. A frequent guest on radio programs and podcasts targeting preppers, homesteaders, and foodies, Salatin's practical, can-do solutions tied to passionate soliloquies for sustainability offer everyone food for thought and plans for action. RESOURCES The Lean Farm books by Ben Hartman Selling the Invisible by Harry Beckwith The Sheer Ecstasy of Being a Lunatic Farmer by Joel Salatin Polyface Micro by Joel Salatin Looking to earn an income from your YouTube channel? Join my YouTube Success Masterclass today! Explore all of my course offerings including sourdough, sewing, blogging, and YouTube CONNECT Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms | Website | Instagram | Facebook Lisa Bass of Farmhouse on Boone | Blog | YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | Facebook | Pinterest Do you have a question you'd like me to answer on the podcast? A guest you'd like me to interview? Submit your questions and ideas here: bit.ly/SFLquestions.

Join host Taylor Henry on the Acres USA podcast as he engages with Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms, a pioneer in regenerative agriculture. This insightful episode explores Joel's innovative rotational grazing, sustainable farming practices, and the role of local food systems in creating resilient agricultural environments. Discover how Joel tackles environmental challenges while reducing external dependencies, shares his effective marketing strategies, and discusses the significant impact of technology on modern farming efficiency. Gain inspiration from Joel's reflections on influential figures and ideas shaping the regenerative farming movement, and understand the growing influence of health-conscious consumerism in agriculture. This episode is essential for anyone interested in sustainable farming, technological adaptation, and transforming agriculture into a thriving, eco-friendly enterprise. Joel Salatin will be at our 49th Annual Eco-Ag Conference in Madison, WI on December 2-5. Go register online to attend! Joel brings decades of experience with trial and error methods to revolutionize the way the world farms. Joel will be a keynote speaker at this year's conference, you will not want to miss this opportunity to see him speak! Register for the 2024 Eco-Ag Conference Here: https://conference.eco-ag.com/conference- Other Important Links from Today's Episode: https://members.acresusa.com https://www.acresusa.com/ https://polyfacefarms.com/

Daniel Salatin is the Operations Manager at Polyface Farms in Swoope, VA. He joins us to talk about the day to day operations at Polyface, leading the program to develop the skills of new farmers and what he's learned through experience as a hands on farmer. Rooted In Organic Podcast is sponsored by Byron Seeds and SoilBiotics

As one of America's most outspoken pioneers of regenerative agriculture, Joel Salatin is popularly known as The Lunatic Farmer. Others have accused him of being a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, a charlatan, and starvation advocate. Less of a lunatic and more of an agricultural visionary, however, Salatin has transformed his family's Polyface Farms in idyllic western Virginia into one of America's leading laboratories for non-industrial food production. So when I visited Joel at Polyface recently, we talked about the principles of regenerative agriculture and why the Lunatic Farmer believes that America can be healed, “one bite at a time”, if we can radically change what we eat.Joel Salatin, 64, calls himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Others who like him call him the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture, and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson.  Those who don't like him call him a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, charlatan, and starvation advocate. With a room full of debate trophies from high school and college days, 15 published books, and a thriving multi-generational family farm, he draws on a lifetime of food, farming and fantasy to entertain and inspire audiences around the world.  He's as comfortable moving cows in a pasture as addressing CEOs in a Wall Street business conference. His wide-ranging topics include nitty-gritty how-to for profitable regenerative farming as well as cultural philosophy like orthodoxy vs. heresy.  A wordsmith and master communicator, he moves audiences from laughs one minute to tears the next, from frustration to hopefulness.  Often receiving standing ovations, he prefers the word performance rather than presentation to describe his lectures.  His favorite activity?–Q&A.  “I love the interaction,” he says. He co-owns, with his family, Polyface Farm in Swoope, Virginia.  Featured in the New York Times bestseller Omnivore's Dilemma and award-winning documentary Food Inc., the farm services more than 5,000 families, 50 restaurants, 10 retail outlets, and a farmers' market with salad bar beef, pigaerator pork, pastured poultry, and forestry products.  When he's not on the road speaking, he's at home on the farm, keeping the callouses on his hands and dirt under his fingernails, mentoring young people, inspiring visitors, and promoting local, regenerative food and farming systems. Salatin is the editor of The Stockman Grass Farmer, granddaddy catalyst for the grass farming movement. He writes the "Confessions of a Steward" monthly column for Plain Values magazine, the "Homestead Abundance" column for Homestead Living magazine, and three columns a month for the e-magazine Manward. He also co-hosts a podcast titled BEYOND LABELS with co-author of that book Dr. Sina McCullough.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.Keen On is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode, we chat with John from Ohio, and he discusses how Regionalism, Local Planning and how Global Policy hits our back yard, while exposing Agenda 21. John's SubStack: https://commonsenseadvocate.substack.comEmail us: thefacthunter@mail.com Website: thefacthunter.com Snail Mail: George Hobbs PO Box 109 Goldsboro, MD 21636Show Notes:Behind the Green Mask: U.N. Agenda 21 https://www.amazon.com/dp/0615494544?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_QGJ4DC307DD8T5NM7FW7&skipTwisterOG=1 ICLEI https://iclei.org/network_city/city-of-cleveland-oh/ Agenda 21 https://sustainabledevelopment.un.org/milestones/unced/agenda21 Paris Agreement https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paris_Agreement#:~:text=The%20EU%20and%20194%20states,also%20not%20ratified%20the%20agreement. NOACA https://www.noaca.org CODE OF REGULATIONS OF THE NORTHEAST OHIO AREAWIDE COORDINATING AGENCY https://cuyahogacms.blob.core.windows.net/home/docs/default-source/boards-and-commissions/other/noaca.pdf?sfvrsn=eafdbf3b_3 Cleveland Foundation 990 https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/340714588/202303189349316490/full American Journalism Project Inc https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/831772542/202302939349300835/full Ronald B. Richard https://www.uhhospitals.org/about-uh/leadership/uh-board-of-directors/ronald-richard Chris Ronayne https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chris_Ronayne 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2022_United_Nations_Climate_Change_Conference Biden Administration Lays Out 30x30 Vision to Conserve Nature https://www.nrdc.org/bio/helen-oshea/biden-administration-lays-out-30x30-vision-conserve-nature Polyface Farms https://polyfacefarms.com Catherine Austin Fitts https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Catherine_Austin_Fitts Eminent Domain https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eminent_domain The Solari Report https://home.solari.com What can Minnesota teach us about sharing? Cleveland 2030, A Way Forward https://www.cleveland.com/news/2019/09/what-can-minnesota-teach-us-about-sharing-cleveland-2030-a-way-forward.html

In this second half of our retrospective look at one of "Kibbe on Liberty's" most frequent and entertaining guests, Matt Kibbe talks to Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) about a wide range of topics, including food freedom, the surveillance state, foreign policy, and how the congressman became the most hated man in Washington. This special "best of" edition of "Kibbe on Liberty" also features clips from Massie's appearances with former presidential candidate Tulsi Gabbard and Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms, as well as the remote interviews recorded during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Be sure to check out Sassy with Massie (Part 1), if you missed it!

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Please join me in welcoming Joel Salatin! Joel explains how all food is carefully sanctioned. With so many government, food, and zoning regulations, it's very difficult for small farmers to enter the market. To solve this problem, Joel started the Rogue Food Conference with John Moody in the spring of 2020 with the theme “Circumvention, Not Compliance.” When laws inhibit competition with larger producers, it's more efficient to circumvent rather than comply with the rigorous regulations. The upcoming Rogue Food Conference will be held at Joel's farm, Polyface Farms, in Virginia. It showcases the unique ideas that people use to get their products to the masses. Many small farmers favor the private membership association model, which will be debated at the conference! Another creative way that people are able to sell their food or products is by selling them as a component of a course. Some farmers might sell a butchering course online for $300 that also comes with 50 pounds of meat. There are two Rogue Food Conferences each year. This year, it'll be held in Virginia in the spring and Dallas in the fall. Farmers' markets are a great place to find local farmers and healthier food that's not produced by large corporations. Look for boutiques or privately owned food stores and ask if you're looking for a specific food, even if they aren't selling it. Farmers know other farmers! The key to our health is REAL food, so looking for great farmers is worth the hunt. LINK TO THE UPCOMING EVENT: https://roguefoodconference.com/ EVENT DATE: MAY 18, 2024 Check out Joel's YouTube Channel:    / @farmlikealunatic  

One of the legends and pioneers in the space, it was amazing getting to have Joel Salatin on the podcast. We briefly covered his backstory, current agriculture climate and the proposed animal tagging, chicken feed, what can be done to bring more folks into the regenerative ag space, and more!

We're back with our friends Thad and Gayle Montgomery (Melvins Farm to Fork, Sweeland Farms) for another Appalachian Farmer episode. We discussed their upcoming event "God-Given Food as Medicine" and the amazing speakers they'll have in attendance, and something we'll be attending and hoping to get some good conversation. We also talked about how food is connected to the earth, government regulations, Polyface Farms, and raids on raw milk farms. http://www.patreon.com/getontaphttps://www.appalachianpodcast.orghttps://www.facebook.com/AppalachianPodcasthttps://twitter.com/GetOnTaphttps://www.instagram.com/theappalachianpodcast/https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084420137669https://www.melvinsfarm2fork.com/https://www.facebook.com/harwellgriceSupport the show

On today's episode, Rachel interviews Parker and Lauren Holmes of Holmestead Provisions.  Parker and Lauren started out on a different path but an apprenticeship at Polyface Farms changed the trajectory of their homestead and their way of thinking.  The Modern Homesteading Podcast, Episode 215 – August 16, 2023 Find the shownotes and all the links mentioned for this episode at https://redemptionpermaculture.com/building-an-efficient-and-productive-homestead-guests-parker-and-lauren-holmes/ Learn More About Our Membership Club at https://modernhomesteadingmembership.com

A conversation with the self-identified Christian, libertarian, environmentalist, capitalist, lunatic farmer - Joel Salatin, of Polyface Farms in rural Virginia about his family mission to share their the holistic and sustainable farming practices with all like minded people - and improving lives by healing that connection between gut and mental health.

How are you cultivating connections in your community? On this episode of the Thriving Farmer Podcast, we are hosting Christine and Steven Bailey, founders of The Kindred Farm, in Santa Fe, TN. Together, Christine, an author and podcast host and Chef Steven a.k.a “The Korean Farmer”, are growing vibrant produce, flowers, and bees in a sustainable way that heals the land and grows into beautiful food.  They also offer sold-out farm-to-table dinners under the stars at their seasonal Kindred Dinners along with monthly Market Days and hands-on classes like Artisan Pizza for Beginners.  Shortly after seeing the documentary, Food, Inc. in 2009, Steven and Christine were inspired by farmer and author Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms in Virginia and began supporting the local farms movement. At the end of 2015, they sold their business, dismantled their lives of over a decade in urban Dallas and decided to move to middle Tennessee, just south of Nashville. Tune in to hear the fine details about how they do popular farm table dinners that sell out in a day and get the word out to more kindred spirits in their area!  You'll hear: How Steven and Christine got started in farming 2:02 The different enterprises on The Kindred Farm 4:26 The staff and management at The Kindred Farm 14.28 Their philosophy on marketing their farm 16:23 The story behind Christine's book The Kindred Life 26:10 How they know when it's time to shift their focus 35:54 The "fun" endeavor they tried that actually turned highly profitable 38:41 Steven and Christine's advice for someone just getting started in farming 46:06 Their favorite farming tool 53:58  Products mentioned in the show: Tater Tats Christine's book The Kindred Life The Homi tool About the Guest: At Kindred Farm, cultivating connection is the heart of everything they do. They are Christine and Steven Bailey - an author/podcaster and a chef. On their 17 acres in Santa Fe, Tennessee, they are raising vibrant produce, flowers, and bees in a sustainable way that heals the land and grows into beautiful food.  They also gather the community at long farm tables under the stars at their seasonal Kindred Dinners. They believe life is meant to be shared in community, and they create unique, handmade artisan goods for The Kindred Farm Store with that in mind.  Kindred Farm is a place where you can come and be nourished: find connection in the land, in community, and around the table. Slow down, exhale, and then take some “kindred” home with you, wherever you go.   Resources: Website: https://www.thekindredfarm.com Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thekindredfarm Instagram: http://instagram.com/thekindredfarm Sign up for their newsletter here. The Thriving Farmer Podcast Team would like to thank our amazing sponsor!   Real Organic Project is a farmer-led movement that provides an add-on certification held by over 1,000 certified organic, family-owned operations across North America. Real Organic Project strives to uplift farms working within the spirit, not just the letter, of organic principles. Real Organic certified farmers use practices that are centered around the foundational organic principles of soil-based crop production and pasture-based livestock agriculture. To remain accessible to all types of farmers, Real Organic Project fundraises year round to keep this certification available at no cost to farmers. You can apply today at realorganicproject.org/thrivingfarmer.

Sometimes you're fortunate enough to meet someone by chance and your interaction — even if short, has a significant impact on your life. When I happened upon Tom Scannell in May of 2020 during a family trip to Pine Island, Florida, I knew I'd found a fellow freedom fighter in this humble yet extremely driven lifelong, extremely fit farmer. He gave us a tour of his Pineshine Farms, patiently answered my barrage of questions and very generously gave me a book that is now one of my favorite reads: Everything I Want to do is Illegal by Joel Salatin, owner of Polyface Farms.Tom is a rebel in the agricultural space. He had to unlearn most of what he was taught to grow “beyond organic” food in a regenerative fashion, and I admire his focuses on appreciating beauty in Nature and harmonizing with our natural resources. I also love that he's not afraid to “fail forward” nor speak the truth, whether it means exposing the ties between big agriculture and the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, discussing the war on real milk or pointing out the scary fact that just four meat processors control ninety percent of the United States industry. Salatin's book goes into excellent detail on this, as well as the ridiculous hurdles our government (funded by big ag) makes small farmers jump in order to run their operations. It's hair-pull-out maddening!Tom rightfully comments that in today's terribly busy and off track society that Americans “take better care of their cars than their bodies… and spend more on lawn care than growing food.” Do not despair as there is plenty of hope within his message! Tom also explains how the environment in which we live and the foods we consume can help us greatly in creating or regaining our health. And we discuss how intentional purchasing from local farmers helps heal your body, the soil and the community. Give episode 32 a listen here or on Apple, Spotify or Google Play. If you choose to use one of the latter three, please take a moment to give me a review to help spread the word about our metabolic mission of helping people (re)discover their vitality through real, whole foods and the pleasures of the table! Follow Pineshine on Instagram or Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/pineshinefarms/https://www.facebook.com/pineshinefarmsOn a pleasures of the table note, I'm thrilled to announce that I'm now writing a monthly column for Selene River Press, the leader in holistic education for over 30 years! My first piece is “Forgetting the Pleasures of the Table is the Missing Piece of the Metabolic Health Puzzle:"https://www.seleneriverpress.com/forgetting-the-pleasures-of-the-table-the-missing-piece-of-the-metabolic-health-puzzle/Know anyone who would like to feel fabulously vital?!! Consider gifting The Nourishment Mindset available on Amazon or FavorFat.com for a signed copy with complimentary shipping.Santé y'all! Have a nourished week and see you next Tuesday. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit favorfat.substack.com

We fondly refer to Joel as the grandfather of the homesteading community.  With decades of experience in the farming and homesteading world, he brings incredible insight to this discussion of the current state of homesteading.  Joel's upcoming book, Homestead Tsunami, serves as a source of inspiration and aspiration for those who desire to articulate a solid “why” behind their decision to live a homesteading lifestyle.  No matter where you are on the homesteading spectrum, may you find encouragement that this way of life is worth it. In this episode, we cover: Why are so many people flocking toward homesteading right now? Rejecting fear-based motivations and moving forward in faith A picture of homesteading in Israel How homesteading is like building an ark Raising hard working children of integrity in our current culture The power of disconnecting from manmade things and connecting to God's creation Exploring what is behind the urban vs. rural mindset How to ignite meaningful change in our current climate View full show notes and transcript on the blog + watch this episode on YouTube. RESOURCES MENTIONED About Joel's upcoming book: Homestead Tsunami Polyface Micro by Joel Salatin The Benedict Option by Rod Dreher Crunchy Cons by Rod Dreher CONNECT Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms | Website | Instagram | Facebook  Homesteaders of America | Website | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | Pinterest Join us at the Homesteaders of America Conference in October 2023!

Famed farmer Joel Salatin, the co-owner of Polyface Farm in Swoope, Virginia, joins Julia La Roche on episode 58. Joel, featured in the New York Times bestseller The Omnivore's Dilemma and the award-winning documentary Food Inc., has been called "the most famous farmer in America." He calls himself a "Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer." In this episode, Joel shares how his style of regenerative farming is having a cinderella moment. He also outlines the frailties of a centralized industrial food system and why the decentralized, more democratized model is the way forward. According to Joel, it's the only system that can ultimately feed the world because it's the only system that honors sustainability and regenerative capacity. Learn more about Polyface and visit the farm here. Subscribe to The Julia La Roche Show's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheJuliaLaRocheShow Follow Julia on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JuliaLaRoche 0:00 Intro 1:10 Big picture 1:40 Fragilities of centralized, industrial food system 2:35 Prices in the industrial sector have escalated 3:00 Polyface working with decentralized, democratized suppliers 3:44 A cinderella moment for Polyface 4:00 Answers, resiliency 4:50 Didn't have to raise prices as much 5:58 Ways to buy better with less money 7:55 Use your kitchen 11:00 How'd we get so far away from where our food comes from? 12:30 No freedom without participation 14:00 How to get involved 17:39 The biggest lie 19:28 Polyface Farms regenerative farming 20:00 Biomimicry 24:00 When you fight nature, nature tends to fight back 26:00 The only system that can feed the world 27:40 Scale not by centralization but by decentralization 29:40 Production per acre is way above the industry 37:10 If we had a Manhattan Project in 39:50 Living things can heal 43:00 A violation of life principle 44:00 Stigma of farming 45:49 The intellectual agrarian 46:30 The regeneration economy 48:00 You Can't have a respected farm community and a cheap food policy 49:40 Power is in the consumers' hands 51:00 80/20 Rule 55:00 Will there be a reckoning of the factory farming model?

Ever had a family joke that went too far? Paul has. And now he's knee-deep in chicken feathers. From the US Marine Corps to first-generation farmer, Paul is more innovator than farmer in some ways. I'm thinking he could probably do anything as long as it's really challenging. This is the story of Pasturebird and the journey from 50 to 1 million chickens, a week. Two other Talk Farm to Me episodes are referenced in this episode. 1) Joel Salatin, Polyface Farms and 2) Will Harris, White Oak PasturesTalk Farm to Me is part of the nationwide For Farmers Movement to support farmers, to understand what they do, to replace myths with facts, and to provide financial support through mini-grants twice a year. For more information, check out www.forfarmersmovement.com.Follow me on Instagram @xoxofarmgirl and reach out to me there with any ideas or questions. When you're done listening to this episode, show your love by sharing it and leaving a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts. xoxo, Farm Girl -- Dana ;)

Joel Salatin from Polyface farms joins me on Zoom to talk about some of the problems in ag, and how things could look in the future. Polyface Farms website --------------------- Buy BoBoLinks Here! One Earth Health Beef organ pills! RedHillsRancher.com My Patreon My Linktree --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ranching-reboot/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ranching-reboot/support

Between the pandemic, drought issues, and the war in Ukraine, issues around the world food supply and distribution have become front and center.  How can we think better and help our communities be more food secure?  Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms and Eddy Badrina of Eden Green Technologies help us define our relationship with our food. Faith Radio podcasts are made possible by your support. Give now: Click here

Today on the Naturally Inspired Podcast Joel Salatin is joining us.  Joel Salatin, 64, calls himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Others who like him call him the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture, and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson.  Those who don't like him call him a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, charlatan, and starvation advocate. With a room full of debate trophies from high school and college days, 15 published books, and a thriving multi-generational family farm, he draws on a lifetime of food, farming and fantasy to entertain and inspire audiences around the world.  He's as comfortable moving cows in a pasture as addressing CEOs in a Wall Street business conference. His wide-ranging topics include nitty-gritty how-to for profitable regenerative farming as well as cultural philosophy like orthodoxy vs. heresy.  A wordsmith and master communicator, he moves audiences from laughs one minute to tears the next, from frustration to hopefulness.  Often receiving standing ovations, he prefers the word performance rather than presentation to describe his lectures.  Learn More About Joel at https://www.polyfacefarms.com/ Please welcome Joel Salatin to the Naturally Inspired Podcast.    

Resilience is what's needed for a viable food system and there are more resilient alternatives available today than ever. The supply disruption and fragility exposed by the pandemic highlights the overlooked advantages of smaller local food suppliers. With food costs from the global system climbing, the price gap between the big and the small operations has shrunk. The author of 15 books, thousands of speeches around the world and founder of Polyface Farms, Joel Salatin understands and shares the opportunity he sees. Ben Glassen is one of thousands who have been inspired by Joel's wisdom and vision. He has established his own version on Vancouver Island in British Columbia by adhering to these principles: detaching land ownership; mobile/modular infrastructure; and direct marketing. In conversation Joel and Ben agree that this is an exciting time of resilient alternatives for farmers, would-be farmers and their customers. www.polyfacefarms.com  www.glassenfarm.com

Episode 2182 - On this Saturday's show, Vinnie Tortorich welcomes couple Steven Fullerton and Somors Stephenson and they discuss their success with NSNG®, regenerative farming practices, the events they are hosting in order to improve community health, and more. https://vinnietortorich.com/2022/09/infectious-good-way-episode-2182 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS INFECTIOUS IN A GOOD WAY Vinnie loves what Steven and Somors are doing for their community and claims it's infectious in a good way. (2:00) Vinnie then asks the couple to explain their backstory and what led them to NSNG®. (3:00) Somors was having several issues, one being Hashimoto's (autoimmune thyroid condition). Steven had a high-stress job of his own that led to several issues as well. Both give their stories of how they accumulated knowledge from different sources and learned how to eat correctly. Vinnie has had the same experts on the show over the years, many of them doctors willing to tell the truth, rather than just hand out pills. (8:25) Vinnie asks Steven about his health history--it was a mutation over time. (13:40) Vinnie understands how difficult it is to get the messaging of what is healthy out to people; it's a battle to fight companies like Kelloggs who put out bad information just to sell products. (17:40) They chat about the recommendations of carb-loading that started in the 1980s. (24:00) Vinnie then asks when Steven and Somors decided to take what they were learning into the community. (29:45)  REGENERATIVE FARMING The conversation then leads into a discussion about regenerative farming and folks like Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms. (30:04) They've become very involved in learning the aspects of rotational grazing which creates healthy soil and animals. They explain the process involved in rotational grazing and why it's optimal. They also chat about how backward the "science" is that we hear about regarding farming and the environment. (33:38) Vinnie really emphasizes the need to make positive changes for the next generation. (44:00) Steven and Somors can be found at Positive Momentum, LLC, and use profits to help schools in their community.   [the_ad id="20253"] PURCHASE BEYOND IMPOSSIBLE The documentary launched on January 11! Order it TODAY! This is Vinnie's third documentary in just over three years. Get it now on Apple TV (iTunes) and/or Amazon Video! Link to the film on Apple TV (iTunes):  Then, Share this link with friends, too! It's also now available on Amazon (the USA only for now)!    Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY 2 (2021) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter! FAT: A DOCUMENTARY (2019) Visit my new Documentaries HQ to find my films everywhere: Then, please share my fact-based, health-focused documentary series with your friends and family. The more views, the better it ranks, so please watch it again with a new friend! REVIEWS: Please submit your REVIEW after you watch my films. Your positive REVIEW does matter!  

We speak with Daniel Salatin and hear a little about his homestead journey. If you want to find more on Daniel Salatin and Polyface Farms you can find them at:WebsiteInstagramFacebook

Ben Beichler always had a dream of being a farmer, but with no farm to inherit, he set out to build one of his own. After apprenticing with Polyface Farms under Joel Salatin, he bought and built a dairy selling raw milk directly to 1250 families through a herd share program! His story is inspiring, and while I wouldn't recommend everybody go out and get a mortgage to incentivize you to be successful, he does have a lot of great wisdom to share in his story! Resource Recommendations: Newman Turner George Henderson As always, check us out at Herd Quitter Podcast on Facebook and Instagram as well as at herdquitterpodcast.com. You can also check out Pharocattle.com for more information on how to put more fun and profit back into your ranching business!

Joel, arguably the world most famous farmer has developed and pioneered many a regenerative and organic processes that has spearheaded a generation of progressive farmers!

In this episode, we discuss my recent visit to Polyface Farms over our morning coffee. Tune in to hear my takeaways from Hilda Labrada Gore, Sally Fallon Morell, Joel Salatin, and Del Bigtree.Find us on Instagram: @Homegrown_education and @joeyhaselmayerHolistic HildaThe Weston A Price Foundation

Join me for an informative and inspirational interview with the one the only Joel Salatin of PolyFace Farms. I spoke to Joel about how he got started as a renegade farmer, he shared with us some food production tips, and broke down strategies for finding freedom in an unfree world. Joel will be delivering a keynote speech on Sunday at the Exit and Build Land Summit II. Learn more and register today at https://exitandbuildlandsummit.com Attend the Exit and Build Land Summit May 13 - 15th with 30+ experts on every aspect of #livingfree #homesteading #foodindependence and so much more! Learn how to exit oppressive cities and build intentional communities that protect your #sovereignty ! Sign up FREE online or purchase tickets to the LIVE event in Bastrop, Tx here - https://exitandbuildlandsummit.com #exitandbuild #exitandbuildlandsummit #livefreenow #livefreacademy #homesteading #freedom #intentionalcommunity #intentionalliving #changeyourmindset #liveyourdreamlife #sustainableliving #sustainability #sustainabledesign #ecofriendlyliving #sustainablefuture #permaculture #decentralize

On today's show, Dr. Ben interviews Joel Salatin with Polyface Farms.  You can follow Joel and his work at https://www.polyfacefarms.com.   You can get more information about Veritas, wellness education offered by Veritas, and archived radio shows at veritasmedical.com.   Dr. Ben begins by sharing the history in medicine and stewarding the body, which leads […]

Episode 43: Joel Salatin - The World's Most Famous Farmer Joel Salatin calls himself a Christian libertarian environmentalist capitalist lunatic farmer. Others who like him call him the most famous farmer in the world, the high priest of the pasture, and the most eclectic thinker from Virginia since Thomas Jefferson. Those who don't like him call him a bio-terrorist, Typhoid Mary, charlatan, and starvation advocate. He co-owns, with his family, Polyface Farm in Swoope, Virginia. Featured in the New York Times bestseller Omnivore's Dilemma and award-winning documentary Food Inc., the farm services more than 5,000 families, 50 restaurants, 10 retail outlets, and a farmers' market with salad bar beef, pigaerator pork, pastured poultry, and forestry products. When he's not on the road speaking, he's at home on the farm, keeping the callouses on his hands and dirt under his fingernails, mentoring young people, inspiring visitors, and promoting local, regenerative food and farming systems. In this episode Joel joins me to discuss the truth about raw milk, how he keeps thousands of animals on his farm healthy without antibiotics and vaccines, what makes animals sick and what makes them healthy, the foundations of regenerative agriculture and permaculture, the consequences of pesticides and herbicides, and what consumers should look out for when purchasing their own produce from farmers markets.  Visit Joels' website Polyface Farms here; https://www.polyfacefarms.com/ Disclaimer: This podcast is for general information purposes only. It does not constitute as health advice and does not take the place of consulting with your primary health care practitioner. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the guest speaker and do not necessarily reflect those of Humanley, the presenter or any other entities or third parties associated with Humanley or the presenter. The right to freedom of opinion is the right to hold opinions without interference, and cannot be subject to any exception or restriction. We encourage the audience to use their critical judgement and use due diligence when interpreting the information and topics discussed in this podcast.

Jeff and Christian are joined by Eli, farmer, teacher, and member of the Level Up team. Eli brings insight into the Polyface Farms stewardship program as well as effective teaching tips on getting a person started on the road to mastery. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/firstcupofjoeshow/support

Farming is the bloodline for the country. But one farmer gives us insight on how farming is done today...and how healthy and holistic farming can be considered controversial.  Meet Joel Salatin, author, lecturer, and owner of Polyface Farms in Virginia.  https://farmacyblog.com/ https://www.instagram.com/polyfacefarm/   https://www.instagram.com/f_a_r_m_a_c_y_/

Graham Meriwether started his career as a filmaker in an interesting way, chasing bodies around the streets of Detroit. Even though the young documentatian hadn't found his calling, he knew that he was inspired enough to create content that mattered.  By the time he turned his focus to his bigger films like American Meat and Farmers For America, he'd filmed countless dead bodies and foraged the Detroit Police Department's Delta Zones and produced content for The Julliard School of Dance.  American Meat eventually became his first theatrical release and It contrasts industrial feedlots with Joel Salatin's Polyface Farms, a model where rotational grazing and local distribution give hope that a different, more humane and environmentally conscious way to farm may indeed save the day…and our future. In 2010, Meriwether founded the non-profit organization, Leave It Better Foundation, whose mission is to empower youth to make the Earth a better place. They have helped build 10 gardens in New York City schools, and taught over 2,000 students compost, plant and harvest through their own community garden in the Bronx. They even distribute cameras to schools so students can document their journeys. It's an incredible story that Meriwether tells - and it's pretty inspirational. If you are new to conventioNOT or our guests, be sure to listen to the end to hear about his upcoming work and a few other exciting interviews featuring Mike and McD. conventioNOT is available wherever podcasts are. Subscribe today. 

SHEPHERDESS NEWSLETTERToday's episode of the Shepherdess Podcast is with Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms.  It was a LIVE Q+A with small farmers across the nation.  Joel Salatin talked about sheep farming, Broiler Chicken profit margins, creating a grazing plan, and his new book.I hope you enjoy this podcast with Joel Salatin!-the Shepherdess"Know ye that the Lord he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture." Psalm 100:3Support the show (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theShepherdess)

We meet Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms.

Joel Salatin of Polyface Farms in Swoope, VA joined me to discuss strategies for increasing profitability, and the various ways they have found to make that happen on their farm. Every Episode of the Working Cows Podcast on One Page: WorkingCows.