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Will Harris is known for his pioneering regenerative agriculture practices. The episode explores Harris's journey from traditional farming to regenerative agriculture, the economic challenges, and the impact on land, community, and ecosystems. Harris shares insights from his experiences, including his transition away from chemical-dependent farming and the development of vertically integrated operations. They discuss the benefits of regenerative practices, the difficulties in marketing and scaling, as well as the broader implications for nutrition and sustainability. Lastly, the episode addresses the sustainability of feeding the world through regenerative practices, emphasizing local community support and the long-term generational benefits. 05:10 Introduction to Will Harris 09:05 Challenges and Evolution in Farming Practices 29:43 The Impact of Erosion on Soil Health 30:09 Scientific Comparison: Monocrop vs. Diverse Ecosystem 30:48 Economic Challenges of Transitioning to Regenerative Farming 31:49 The Rise of Grass-Fed Beef and Market Challenges 33:00 Educating Consumers on Grass-Fed Beef 35:03 The Influence of Propaganda on Food Choices 42:18 The Role of Debt in Farm Management 44:15 Challenges in Poultry Farming 50:31 The Benefits of Regenerative Agriculture 53:31 Feeding the World Sustainably 01:00:20 Reflections on the Future of Regenerative Farming BEEF TALLOW PRODUCTS: NosetoTail.org Preorder the film here: http://indiegogo.com/projects/food-lies-post Film site: http://FoodLies.org YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/FoodLies Follow along: http://twitter.com/FoodLiesOrg http://instagram.com/food.lies http://facebook.com/FoodLiesOrg
What if wolves were your farming allies, not your enemies? What if chickens could replace pesticides and do a better job? In this episode, we step into the world of Marco Carbonara, a regenerative farmer and ecologist who has spent the last 20 years building a thriving, self-sustaining farm ecosystem in the wild heart of central Italy.
For the final instalment of our Alberta mini-series we visit Happiness by the Acre a regenerative farm run by Marcus and Sarah Reidner. Rector's Cupboard met Marcus and Sarah three years ago and things were tough then in the farming world. We hear about what has changed since and about what the future might look like. You might not be a farmer, but you are likely familiar with the count-the-cost type of conversations like that which Marcus has with us. What keeps us going when we feel like doing things the right way or even the good way is so difficult or even impossible? How do we hold faith in these spaces and times of life? Other Episodes in this series: Faith and the Land, Part One: Winter is Coming Faith and the Land, Part Two: Everything Can Be Transformed Our 2022 Alberta series: Leaving the World a Less Shitty Place with Marcus and Sarah Reidner Soil as The Least of These with Rod Olson Yakety Yak, Depth and Breadth of Life with Jerremie Clyde
Back in 2023, third generation Victorian farmer Tom Briggs candidly shared the things that went right, and wrong, when he returned home to his family farm with a head full of new ideas of how to shift into a more regenerative farming system. Since that time a large number of farmers have contacted VicNoTill to say how much they appreciated and learnt from this episode. Tom joined the VicNoTill board in 2018 and filled the role of Vic President for several years. Tom made a difficult decision this year to step down from the board to dedicate more time to his growing family. We are releasing this conversation as an Encore episode to honour and thank Tom for his contribution to Australian agriculture during his time on the board. Tom also features in the summer harvest edition of VicNoTill's member magazine From The Ground Up, distributed to members in December 2025.
Adam Martin's Website - https://beekept.com/ William's Permaculture Design Course - https://patreon.com/ThePermacultureConsultant?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink William's Channel - http://www.youtube.com/@UC8I_-lIus_Z-fNkvoCkJ4DA https://linktr.ee/ThePermacultureConsultant?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=13182d07-8cfe-4e2f-9b52-aa564df0fcf6 Eric Seider's Youtube Channel - http://www.youtube.com/@EricSeider Eric Seider's Tshirts - https://www.ericseider.com/pimpgear Homestead Twins Stickers - https://homesteadtwins.com/ Soil Savior Products - https://www.soilsaviors.org/order?aff=654693f413fad4692e058e9eb0779d3667638550392d22d979d6d2d4daf720b3 Living Soil Foundation GiveSendGo - https://givesendgo.com/GE2E8?utm_source=sharelink&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=GE2E8 If you would prefer to send a check: Living Soil Foundation PO Box 2098 Mars Hill, NC 28754 https://linktr.ee/permapasturesfarm Mineral King: https://www.mineralking.life/ Promo Code: detox - Get 10% Off Redemption Shield - 10% Off - https://www.redemptionshield.com/ Promo Code: perma The Farm Connection - https://thefarmconnectionmadco.com/?bg_ref=DXSPR1mX46 Promo Code: PERMA - 10% Off WAVwatch - $100 Off - https://buy.wavwatch.com/?ref=billy100 Promo Code: BILLY100 Redmond Products - 15% Off - https://glnk.io/oq72y/permapasturesfarm Promo Code: perma Get $50 Off EMP Shield: https://www.empshield.com Promo Code: perma Above Phone - https://abovephone.com/?above=160 Promo Code - PERMA $50 Off Harvest Right Freeze Dryer: https://affiliates.harvestright.com/1247.html Promo Code - PERMAPASTURES100 - Extra $100 off the Sale Price Online Pig Processing: https://sowtheland.com/online-workshops-1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user
Adam Martin's Website - https://beekept.com/ William's Permaculture Design Course - https://patreon.com/ThePermacultureConsultant?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan&utm_content=copyLink William's Channel - http://www.youtube.com/@UC8I_-lIus_Z-fNkvoCkJ4DA https://linktr.ee/ThePermacultureConsultant?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=13182d07-8cfe-4e2f-9b52-aa564df0fcf6 Eric Seider's Youtube Channel - http://www.youtube.com/@EricSeider Eric Seider's Tshirts - https://www.ericseider.com/pimpgear Homestead Twins Stickers - https://homesteadtwins.com/ Soil Savior Products - https://www.soilsaviors.org/order?aff=654693f413fad4692e058e9eb0779d3667638550392d22d979d6d2d4daf720b3 Living Soil Foundation GiveSendGo - https://givesendgo.com/GE2E8?utm_source=sharelink&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_campaign=GE2E8 If you would prefer to send a check: Living Soil Foundation PO Box 2098 Mars Hill, NC 28754 https://linktr.ee/permapasturesfarm Mineral King: https://www.mineralking.life/ Promo Code: detox - Get 10% Off Redemption Shield - 10% Off - https://www.redemptionshield.com/ Promo Code: perma The Farm Connection - https://thefarmconnectionmadco.com/?bg_ref=DXSPR1mX46 Promo Code: PERMA - 10% Off WAVwatch - $100 Off - https://buy.wavwatch.com/?ref=billy100 Promo Code: BILLY100 Redmond Products - 15% Off - https://glnk.io/oq72y/permapasturesfarm Promo Code: perma Get $50 Off EMP Shield: https://www.empshield.com Promo Code: perma Above Phone - https://abovephone.com/?above=160 Promo Code - PERMA $50 Off Harvest Right Freeze Dryer: https://affiliates.harvestright.com/1247.html Promo Code - PERMAPASTURES100 - Extra $100 off the Sale Price Online Pig Processing: https://sowtheland.com/online-workshops-1 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user
Regenerative farming is gaining attention as a way to produce healthier livestock while also revitalizing the environment. Despite the dominance of industry giants in U.S. beef production, small farms are making a significant impact by focusing on local, sustainable practices. My guest this week has used the lessons he's learned in one industry to help his local farm thrive. This week on The Profit Express,... Read More The post What Can Sales Pros Learn from Regenerative Farming? appeared first on Healy Success Solutions.
Stan and his wife began farming in 2021 after adopting four children and realizing they wanted to raise them with meaningful work and stewardship. Starting with neglected, junk-filled land, they've built a regenerative, multi-species farm from scratch—learning through Greg Judy, Joel Salatin, and hands-on mistakes.Topics CoveredMoving from western Kansas to Arkansas and starting a farm from nothingAdopting four children and using the farm as a teaching toolRestoring neglected land and hauling off 340 tiresEarly livestock: 11 heifers → sheep → pigs → broilersGrant funding from Illinois River Watershed for water lines and fencingPivoting from South Poll beef to a sheep-focused enterpriseLeader-follower grazing with cattle and hair sheepUsing C-90 salt, garlic, and apple cider vinegar for mineral programsDirect-marketing lamb, pork, and chicken through GrazeCartAdding pigs to utilize 30 acres of woods and reduce ticksLaunching on-farm poultry processing (non-GMO, soy-free feed)Stewardship mindset and educational outreach via Harvest Hosts & farm visitsFuture plans: farrow-to-finish Hereford pigs, possible Dexter cows for raw milk, on-farm events, and intentional growthStan's story is a realistic look at starting late, learning fast, and doing it intentionally. From adoption to regenerative restoration, he shows how faith, family, and stewardship intersect on a small Arkansas farm. Whether you're reclaiming abused land or diversifying your livestock, his experience offers encouragement and practical takeaways.Resources MentionedIntentional FarmsGreg Judy Grazing SchoolJoel Salatin videosThe Stockman Grass FarmerGrazeCart e-commerce platformIllinois River Watershed Alliance grantsLooking for Livestock that thrive on grass? Check out Grass Based GeneticsVisit our Sponsors:Noble Research InstituteRedmond Agriculture.Grazing Grass LinksNew Listener Resource GuideProvide feedback for the podcastWebsiteInsidersResourcesCommunity (on Facebook)Check out the Apiary Chronicles PodcastOriginal Music by Louis Palfrey
“It's a big picture approach. I love it because our kids are going to have a future.”The phrase “more than the sum of its parts” shouldn't really apply when the parts in question are as significant in their own manner as Wildflower Beer, Organically Greenwood and Voyager Craft Malt. Yet there can be no denying that these pioneering operations are stronger together – their impact magnified by their ongoing collaboration.Since first discovering each other, the trio – respectively a brewer favouring native, wild and organic ingredients, a farmer exploring innovative regeneration techniques, and a maltster of world-beating ingenuity – have encouraged each other to push their ideas further, to chase their wildest dreams, and to inspire others along the way.We sat down with two of them – Wildflower's Topher Boehm and Organically Greenwood's Chris Greenwood – at an event conceived by the third, the Stu Whytcross-curated Grainstock. They told us about their first encounters, the friendship forged between their families, the exploration and experimentation they've enjoyed together, and their hopes for the future of grain, regen farming, sustainable brewing practices and the planet itself.They're fascinating and eloquent guests who take us from brewing with saltbush in Belgium to old man Ivan and his crop-enhancing “voodoo juice” with plenty of insight and laughter along the way.Due to some unexpected and insurmountable gremlins in the system, which we only discovered three hours before this episode was due to be published, there's no full intro this week. Will and James had discussed the week's news – two more venue closures in the local beer world, a fledgling brewpub changing tastes on the Murray, and the new “Northern IPA” style – but instead you just get a brief word from James before the main course.We're always keen for feedback on the show, which you can provide here (just don't mention this week's intro), as well as nominations for good beer citizens in our Have You Done A Rallings? campaign and wonderful breweries you'd like to see named Bluestone Yeast Brewery of the Month. As ever, if you enjoy this episode, please like, subscribe, rate and review.Start of segments: 3:05 – Topher & Chris Part 1 33:17 – Topher & Chris Part 2To find out more about featuring on The Crafty Pint Podcast or otherwise partnering with The Crafty Pint, contact craig@craftypint.com.
Back from Metabolic Health Day, I'm joined by client and Terrain Advocate-in-training, Katie Resor, to share the most use-today insights: energy and fatigue through a metabolic lens, nature and circadian rhythm, simple detox wins, EMF practices that fit real life, and the vendors/tests we loved. You'll also hear reflections on community, hope, and why health is a terrain we tend—not a finish line. Show links include the conference recordings and resources we mention. Explore more support: Grab your copy of the Metabolic Health Day conference recordings here: https://mtih.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/mtih/product.jsp?product=1&https://www.thebreastcancerrecoverycoach.com/metabolic-health-coaching-m Better Than Before Breast Cancer Life Coaching Membership: https://www.thebreastcancerrecoverycoach.com/lifecoaching Let's Connect! If this episode helped you breathe a little easier, please share it with a friend or leave a review. Every share helps spread this message of hope, healing, and whole-person wellness.
Did you know organic agriculture has a legal definition, but “regenerative” agriculture does not? Join Food Sleuth Radio host and Registered Dietitian, Melinda Hemmelgarn for her conversation with Charlotte Vallaeys, MS, independent consultant, advocate, and champion of organic agriculture. Board member of Organic Voices and the Organic Farming Research Foundation, Vallaeys discusses the definition of organic, its multiple benefits to health, environment and climate, and consumer confusion over the term “regenerative agriculture.” Related Websites: Real organic podcast: https://realorganicproject.org/charlotte-vallaeys-outcome-based-agriculture-pitfalls-episode-one-hundred-eight/
The promise of regenerative agriculture to work with nature rather than against it is enticing. But is that how it plays out?
Send us a text*It's school holidays so we have a special intro and outro for the podcast.G'day and welcome to episode 64 of the A Place To Call Home Podcast.In this episode, Stuart Austin shares his journey in agriculture, discussing his experiences from managing large farms to his aspirations of owning land and cattle. He emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, mental health awareness in rural communities, and the shift towards regenerative agriculture.Stuart also introduces his new venture, Audacious Ag, aimed at helping others succeed in the agricultural sector through innovative partnerships and coaching. The conversation highlights the significance of building relationships and the need for open discussions about mental health in the farming community.In this episode we chat aboutStuart Austin career in AgricultureTheir journey to finding "A Place To Call Home"Why financial literacy is crucial for success in agriculture.Regenerative agriculture and its focus on improving land health and biodiversity.Mental health being a significant issue in rural communities, and why open conversations are essential.Audacious Ag and its aim to help others in agriculture.How Innovative partnerships can provide pathways to land ownership.Why building relationships is key to finding opportunities in agriculture.Health and well-being are foundational to success in life and business.Resources MentionedRCS Farm Management Professional Development Australia - Resource Consulting ServicesMarcus Oldham College - We mean business.Codie SanchezThe Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett | No.1 PodcastYou Inc by John McGrath - 9780732276362Follow Stuart Austin and Audacious Ag
When chronic illness left Cindy bedridden in her twenties, she began questioning everything she'd been taught about health - and later, about farming. What started as a search for healing led her and her husband to rebuild their land in Burneyville, Oklahoma, where TLC Ranch now stands: a regenerative bison ranch and certified organic pecan orchard rooted in living systems rather than chemicals. Through decades of trial, floods, and faith, Cindy discovered that the same principles that restore the body also restore the soil. This episode traces how her recovery became the land's recovery - and what it really means to live and farm in alignment with nature.Key Topics- Healing through food and faith- From chemical sprays to organic farming- Bison behavior and herd management- The challenges of organic certification- Health, medicine, and trusting intuitionTimestamps 00:00:00 – Growing up outdoors and learning self-reliance 00:04:00 – Linking diet and chronic illness in the 1980s 00:08:00 – Healing through food and natural living 00:12:00 – From chemical farming to organic awareness 00:19:00 – Buying land and starting the ranch 00:27:00 – Discovering bison and learning their behavior 00:31:00 – Pecans as nutrient-dense local food 00:44:00 – Challenges of organic certification 00:53:00 – Replacing chemicals with biological inputs 00:58:00 – Managing herd health and natural balance 01:05:00 – Lessons from floods and renewal on the landWebsiteFacebookInstagram
Did you know we've lost 80% of the nutrients in vegetables in the last 100 years?As farming has become big agriculture focused on scale, transportation, and profit, human health has suffered along with soil health.Farmer Lee Jones has become one of regenerative farming's most enthusiastic promoters, and to hear him wax poetic about butternut squash and the way Brussels sprouts grow is like a sports announcer commentating on the game-winning score!In this highly entertaining episode (I can see why Rachael Ray offered him a show through her production company!), you'll get to hear about:the unique microclimate along Lake Eriethe changes in farming and grocery stores in the last 75 yearshow the Jones family has turned many failures into better health for all of us at the Chef's Gardenwhat regenerative farming is, and how even small home gardeners can tap into this traditional, lost wisdom!why so many farmers are trapped and hurting the soilhow the whole mess got started (and who's behind it)how to harness the energy from the sun to create nutrient-rich soil, and how the Chef's Garden research facility makes old-fashioned farming high tech (without losing the good parts)what's ice spinach???how the on-farm chef has figured out the art of using all the parts of the plant, the vegetable version of “nose to tail” cookingIt's rare to have so much fun on an interview AND learn so much. Farmer Lee Jones does not disappoint!Resources We Mention for Regenerative Farming MethodsPurchase The Chef's Garden: A Modern Guide to Common and Unusual Vegetables–with Recipes on Amazon or Bookshop.orgWatch The Chef's Garden on Amazon or on A&E!A Beginner's Guide to Regenerative AgricultureGrowing Food in Containers Using PermacultureVisit Farmer Lee on his website or on social media: Instagram, Facebook, X, YouTube, TikTokCheck out the cookbook FOR kids, BY kids at kidscookrealfood.com/chefjr. Get the one-page summaries of each podcast at www.kidscookrealfood.com/Handbook! Kitchen Stewardship Kids Cook Real Food follow Katie on Instagram or Facebook Subscribe to the newsletter to get weekly updates YouTube shorts channel for HPH Find the Healthy Parenting Handbook at kidscookrealfood.com/podcast Affiliate links used here. Thanks for supporting the Healthy Parenting Handbook!
What does it really mean when food is “grass-fed” or “regenerative”? This week on Health Coach Talk, Dr. Sandi welcomes regenerative farmer Joe Wanda, founder of Wanda Farms in Harvard, Illinois. Together they explore how farming practices impact the nutrient density of food, the health of our soil, and ultimately, the well-being of our families and communities.Full show notes: https://functionalmedicinecoaching.org/podcast/joe-wanda-150/
Regenerative farming – have you heard about it? The New York Times best-selling author, Kelsey Timmerman talks with Linda about it and why he says agriculture is not the problem for today's environmental crisis, it's the cure. His latest book is Regenerating Earth. And sommelier Jacqueline Coleman celebrates Rosé month and gives us her top picks.
This episode is a little different: instead of a sit-down podcast, I join Justin Rhodes for a live tour around his North Carolina farm. When you think of homesteaders, Justin Rhodes is the first person you think of. With over a million followers on YouTube and multiple successful books, Justin and his family have paved the way for new homesteaders through documenting their journey. A fourth-generation steward of his family's land in North Carolina, Justin and his wife Rebecca raise their five children on it. What we cover:How rotational grazing restores pastures without seed or fertilizerThe challenges and realities of homesteading versus farming for profitBalancing family life, children, and farm responsibilitiesWhy many new homesteaders burn out and how to avoid itThe generational legacy of farming the same land and what it means for the futureTimestamps:00:01:30 — The breeds of cows on the farm and how milk is shared00:03:00 — Family land history and what the farm cost in the 1930s00:05:00 — Rotational grazing explained and why clover survives00:09:00 — Homesteading vs farming: growing food for yourself or for sale00:13:00 — Why most new homesteaders burn out and how to prepare00:17:30 — Finding a deeper reason beyond money to keep farming00:19:00 — Involving children in farm life and family teamwork00:21:00 — The multi-generational connection to land and legacy00:23:00 — Raw milk, safety, and family traditions00:25:00 — Industrial milk history, swill dairies, and why pasteurization beganJustin's YouTube channelInstagramFarm Website
The clock is ticking as we face an imminent agricultural crisis. It is likely that we only have around sixty global harvests left until the world's top soils are depleted. Regenerative agriculture offers many potential and practical solutions toward a more sustainable relationship between food production and environmental stewardship. However, sustainable farming is a broad church with many different and sometimes contradictory methodologies, from mob cattle grazing to veganic farming practices to precision fermentation. Which ones do we choose? Louis De Jaeger, author of “SOS: Save Our Soils”, asked this question as he travelled the world to explore the whole gamut of regenerative farms and land management practices. Louis' holistic, non-judgemental and open-minded approach is very refreshing. As far as we're aware, he is the only person who has managed to endorse veganic farming while also enjoying an enthusiastic introduction to his book by Allan Savory, figurehead of the holistic grazing movement. Louis concludes that all regenerative farming methods have their place, depending on context, so long as the soil is kept healthy with its precious microbiome intact. Louis de Jaeger is a Belgian based eco-entrepreneur, landscape consultant, speaker and author. You can find out more at his WEBSITE (https://louisdj.com/en/). “SOS: Save Our Soils”, launched in June 2025, is an impressive blend of research told through a conversational, easy-to-read style which makes it an essential addition to the growing wealth of regenerative literature. To purchase your own copy of SOS, visit HERE. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0FF3R1NKK) Industrial agriculture is a top global driver of environmental change. A post-growth future requires us to completely reimagine how we approach agriculture, not only with regard to methodology, but also to the size and scale of our food growing enterprises. Following the interview with Louis, co-hosts Mark Allen and Michael Bayliss engage in a ‘panel discussion' where Louis' book and interview are discussed (along with the broader regenerative movement) from a post-growth perspective. We encourage you to stick around to the end of the interview. Many thanks to West Australian permaculture band ‘Formidable Vegetable' for the inclusion of their song ‘Earthworm Bill.' You can find out more about Formidable Vegetable at their Bandcamp page HERE (https://formidablevegetable.bandcamp.com/album/micro-biome). Michael recently made a short video on a Johnson Su method composting workshop which also includes this song. It may be watched HERE (https://www.facebook.com/share/v/19YEcXSJAP/). We highly recommend watching the debate between George Monbiot (precision fermentation advocate) and Allan Savory HERE (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-FihlOvsVkY&t=1382s). If you would like to listen to more episodes on the theme of regenerative agriculture, you may enjoy PGAP's interview with Charles Massy HERE (https://pgap.fireside.fm/fenner). We also recommend several episodes on permaculture, including special guests David Holmgren HERE (https://pgap.fireside.fm/holmgren) or Shane Simonsen on Zero Input Agriculture HERE (https://pgap.fireside.fm/zeroinput). In other news, we are pleased to share an online trophy awarded to us by Million Podcasts (https://www.millionpodcasts.com/), an aggregate podcast site. PGAP sits in the top 50 of global ‘Sustainable Living' podcasts, which is very encouraging. This is made possible by the PGAP community and word of mouth. Please consider sharing this and other episodes of PGAP with your networks. Alternatively, you can rate and review us on Apple Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/post-growth-australia-podcast/id1522194099)or your favourite podcast platform. You can find out more about co-hosts Mark Allen HERE (https://holisticactivism.net/) and Michael Bayliss HERE (https://michaelbayliss.org/) Time stamp - Introduction with Mark Allen and Michael Bayliss 00:00:00 to 00:05:28 Interview P1 with Louis De Jaeger 00:05:43 to 00:35:21 Intermission + 'Earthworn Bill' from 'Formidable Vegetable' 00:35:38 to 00:38:20 Interview P2 with Louis De Jaeger 00:38:20 to 00:53:42 Panel Discussion and Outro with Mark Allen and Michael Bayliss 00:53:57 to 01:07:30 Special Guest: Louis De Jaeger.
After wrapping up Episode 284 on SGMA, Kevin Rost (Apollo Ag Technologies) and host Craig Macmillan kept the conversation going—and it was too good not to share. In this bonus episode, Kevin dives deeper into the benefits of maintaining irrigation distribution uniformity, selecting cover crops based on grower goals, and how agroforestry and silvopasture can revolutionize water retention and soil health. Learn how regenerative practices can reduce water use, pesticide inputs, and fertilizer needs while improving soil biology. Resources: 284: SGMA Demystified - Acronyms, Deadlines, and What You Need to Know 274: Beyond Foxy: The Case for Hybrid Winegrapes Apollo Ag Technologies Groundwater: Understanding and Managing this Vital Resource Kevin Rost on LinkedIn Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) Ultimate Irrigation Playlist Vineyard Team Programs: Juan Nevarez Memorial Scholarship - Donate Online Courses – DPR & CCA Hours SIP Certified – Show your care for the people and planet Sustainable Ag Expo – The premiere winegrowing event of the year Vineyard Team – Become a Member
Today, we’re going straight to the source of Hillside Food Forest. In this episode, host Tawnya Bahr is joined by Sam Rayment and Liz Ferrone, the duo who swapped engineering and dietetics for life as regenerative farmers in Putty, New South Wales. From their first backyard aquaponics system in Redfern to raising pigs, cattle, and pasture-raised chickens on their farm, Sam and Liz share the steep learning curve, triumphs, and wild stories that come with building a business from the soil up. This isn’t just a conversation about farming—it’s about setting out to change the future of food. Episode Highlights How an engineer and a dietitian became regenerative farmers with no prior farming background The leap from Sydney city life to establishing Hillside Food Forest in Putty, NSW Why pigs, cattle, and pasture-raised chickens became the heart of their farming system The wild challenges of farm life: escaping pigs, chicken chaos, and floods Building confidence and quality through feedback from chefs at Carriageworks Farmers Market Scaling from small batches to supplying restaurants and wholesale with consistent, premium produce The role of freezing in ensuring quality, consistency, and nationwide distribution Collaborating with LP’s Quality Meats to create a smallgoods range Turning pork fat into value-added products: lard-based moisturisers and pet treats Why regenerative farming means transforming waste into resources Follow Hillside Food Forest:Instagram: @hillsidefoodforest Follow Straight To The Source Food Podcast:Instagram: @stts_podcast Follow Straight To The Source:Instagram: @straight_to_the_source Connect with your hosts: Tawnya Bahr Lucy Allon See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Episode #290 Will Harris, Regenerative Farming, Critical To Saving The Human Race Hello Health Heroes! This week, I spoke with Will Harris who grew up watching and helping his father be a big commodities farmer that sprayed chemicals and tilled the soil for profit.Will inherited the farm and continued his fathers work to the tune of 20 years experience in modern chemical farming.Then one day Will had an epiphany and decided to take his farm into a different direction and now he is one of the leaders in regenerative farming and his farm is very profitable doing over 30 million a year in revenue which has created many good jobs in his hometown helping the local economy.If you're a farmer and you want to see what is possible or if you are wanting to be part of the change to heal our planet and ultimately ourselves, you're going to love the conversation with Will Harris.Enjoy the show!Love & LightCoach Tim p.s. Please like & subscribe to my show for more great inspiration and education so that you can become your own doctor and learn to self heal!p.p.s. To contact Will, purchase goods from them or book your stay at White Oak Pastures, go to: https://whiteoakpastures.com/Tim's Favorite, HIGHEST QUALITY Health Product Recommendations:Best Detox & Nutrition Supplements: CLICK HEREBest Infrared Saunas & Healing Lamps: Tim's personal unit - Save $100 CLICK HEREWater Purification/Restructuring System: Book FREE Consult CLICK HEREBest Home Air Purification Unit : Tim's personal unit CLICK HEREBest Non Toxic Home Building Materials: CLICK HERESee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode, Ben Eagle visits Thomas Gent, a fourth-generation farmer from the Lincolnshire-Cambridgeshire border. Thomas, his father and grandfather have transitioned the family farm to regenerative agriculture methods since 2008. Thomas is also the founder of Gentle Farming. The conversation covers Thomas' personal journey into farming, the transition to regenerative practices, the role of innovation and technology, and his views on the future of agriculture in the UK.
Today on the R2Kast I sit down with one of the true pioneers of regenerative agriculture, Gabe Brown!
Alexis Schultz, a research scientist for Standard Process, focuses on agronomy research, plant breeding, and crop development on the Standard Process certified organic farm. Bridging the connection between healthy soils, resilient crops, and superior nutrition is at the heart of Alexis' work. With a deep understanding that our health begins with the soil and the food we grow from it, she's dedicated to research that strengthens the link between agriculture and well-being. Listen in as Alexis and Dr. Sarah Clarke engage in an educational and inspirational conversation about healthy soil – how to build it and why it's important for good health. 2:06 What constitutes healthy soil and how healthy soil affects our health 5:10 How the microbiome of each plant compare to the human microbiome 8:32 Keeping soil healthy with regenerative and organic farming practices 11:16 How cover cropping improves the diversity of the root system 14:16 Using compost to enrich soil 17:10 Organic farming practices used to maintain organic certification and prevalence of organic farming in the US 19:45 Plant breeding defined and how it differs from GMOs 22:53 Ancient Oats – history of cultivation and how the nutrient content has changed 25:40 Benefits of seed selection and variety trials 27:38 Growing mountain spinach – does the bright red color of this plant contain more phytonutrients than less vibrant varieties? 29:40 Emphasis on research at the Standard Process Farm 30:56 Alexis as a guest speaker at the Whole Systems Nutrition Virtual Symposium on October 24th
Lads, this one's a cracker! I'm joined by Chris Pidge from Farm to Fork Life and The Farmers Digest. We chat all about regenerative farming – healing the soil, cutting out the middleman, and making farming a livelihood again.Chris shares how he went from playing junior hockey to living and breathing regenerative agriculture. We dig into direct-to-consumer food, building community, and how farmers (and eaters!) can change the system bite by bite.If you care about food, health, and the future of farming – this episode is for you.
Paulette Whitney of Provenance Growers in Tasmania is a grower, cook, and the author of Broccoli and Other Love Stories. We explore the world of seeds, soil, and flavour—from the challenges of gardening in Tasmania's unique climate, to Paulette's favourite herbs, root veg, and go-to meals after a long day in the garden. Along the way, Paulette shares how chefs inspire her to try new varieties and how her twin loves of growing and cooking continue to nourish her life. Links Provenance Growers - A thriving market garden and edible plant nursery in Lutruwita, Tasmania, run by Paulette Whitney. They grow produce, plants, and preserves with organic and regenerative methods. Also featured on Salamanca Market's site: Provenance Growers at Salamanca Market Broccoli & Other Love Stories – Murdoch Books https://www.murdochbooks.com/browse/book/Paulette-Whitney,-Provenance-Growers-Broccoli-&-Other-Love-Stories-9781922616876 Other episodes if you liked this one: Episode 334: Food Farming Revolutionary Joshua Sparkes, a regenerative grower, discusses his experimental, soil-centred practices and deeply respectful approach to the land. It's a meaningful exploration of how observation, experimentation, and a love of soil can shape future-focused, sustainable food systems. Link Episode 328: Soil, Health and Nutrition This episode features Sam Hamrebtan, a nutritional therapist and sustainable cooking expert. She delves into how growing practices directly influence food quality and nutrition—demonstrating the intimate connection between soil care and what ends up on our plate. Link Please support the podcast on Patreon And follow Roots and All: On Instagram @rootsandallpod On Facebook @rootsandalluk On LinkedIn @rootsandall
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the importance of trace minerals selenium and iodine, their health benefits, and food sources. Leyla details the roles of selenium in immunity, thyroid function, antioxidant protection, reproductive health, DNA synthesis, and reducing cancer risk. She addresses sources such as Brazil nuts, seafood, and enriched foods while cautioning about possible toxicity. Leyla then covers iodine's critical function in thyroid hormone production, brain development, and immune support, highlighting sources like seaweed and iodized salt. Emphasizing the global concern of iodine deficiency, especially in pregnant women, she underscores the minerals' significance for overall health.
It's a Farmer Insights show this week, designed to inspire eaters to upgrade their food sourcing practices and for farmers, whether organic or regenerative farming curious, to gain insights into how others are achieving success, saving money, transitioning, managing weeds and pests, and more.Lawson and Laura from Margaret River Organic Farm in Western Australia embarked on a mission to relocalise the food system, rehab the land they farmed to be in peak condition, restore biodiversity, and build a thriving farm - plenty of insights, tips, and tricks shared. I love featuring regenerative farmers from a range of methods and locations around the world because eaters get inspired to prioritise food over “excess things” and support the farmers who prioritise plant and animal health, biodiversity, minimised synthetic inputs and nutritious food produced. Enjoy, share and support your farmers however you can do so: Could you cut out a middle-person or two in your food supply chain with a couple of items, even, just to get started? Challenge issued! Alexx xWant to learn more about this week's guest? Website: https://www.mrorganicfarmer.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrorganicfarmer/ Thank you to this month's show partners for joining us to help you make your low tox swaps! @forestsuperfoods is back with a very generous offer for all new subscribers: Subscribe to a product you know you take regularly from their organic, wholefood, filler-free supplement range and every month receive a mystery luxe-sized product or supplement - enough for a 7-14 day supply to really test it out, product depending. Link in Bio and change products in your subscription every month - super flexi! https://www.forestsuperfoods.com.au/pages/low-tox-life @ausclimate is our major partner giving you 10% off their range for the whole of 2025, with brilliant Winix Air Purifiers, the best Dehumidifiers I've ever used and their new energy-efficient heating, air-circulating and cooling range. code LOWTOXLIFE (also works over and above their sales - pro tip!) https://bit.ly/ShopAusclimateBe sure to join me on Instagram @lowtoxlife and tag me with your shares and AHAs if something resonated! I love to see your thoughts, genuinely! Want to support the Low Tox Life podcast? Free option: Leave a 5 star review wherever you listen to Low Tox Life - thanks SO much! Paid + Member PERKS: Join the Low Tox Club - monthly practitioner live masterclasses, a suite of low tox store discounts from around the world and the most supportive and lovely chat group on all low tox topics on the internet: Check it out and join here for just the price of a coffee per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What happens when a lifelong vegan and plant-based chef begins questioning everything she thought she knew about food, farming, and sustainability? Mollie Engelhart's journey from Sage Vegan Bistro in Los Angeles to Sovereignty Ranch in Texas is as disruptive as it is inspiring. In this episode, Mollie opens up about leaving behind a lifetime of veganism, facing backlash from her own community, and embracing regenerative farming as a path back to nature's design. We explore why humans are the keystone species in our ecosystem, how death and rebirth play a sacred role on a farm, and why sustainability doesn't mean what most of us think it does. Mollie also speaks candidly about the reproductive health crisis affecting both men and women, her advocacy for breastfeeding, and what it looks like to raise a family aligned with natural law. Together we question collapse narratives, discuss the traps of efficiency, and imagine a future rooted not in dystopia but in abundance. If you've ever wrestled with cultural dogma, wondered how food and farming impact the bigger picture of human health, or wanted to know what it takes to truly live in sync with the land, this conversation is one you don't want to miss. Resources: → PUORI | Shop Puori grass-fed protein powder + supplements (Clean Label Certified and third-party tested!!!) discount code: HEALINGTHESOURCE Get Mollie's new book: Debunked By Nature or on Amazon Follow Mollie here and Sovereignty Ranch Visit Sovereignty Ranch Follow the host, Claudia, on Instagram, check out HealingTheSource.co & Elham's Liquid Gold 100% Organic Castor Oil, and enjoy her deep-dives on Substack
Episode Highlights With HannahHannah calls herself a farmer of microbes and she sees fermentation as a sacred practiceThe resurgence of ancient wisdom though regenerative farmingThey do DNA sequencing on all of their culturesHow to cultivate your microbiome at home by making your own fermented foodsWhat to know about fermented products and sugar and why sugar in ferments is differentHow to mitigate excess sugar in kombucha and how sugar in kombucha isn't a bad thingThe flavors of health are sour and bitterWhat are we actually feeding? We think it is our bodies but it is also our microbiome so how do we give it what it actually needsHow fermented foods help remove toxins from the bodyBacteria affects ancient wisdom and ancestral lineage in the modern worldWhat a scoby is and how it is a metaphor for global communityHow to get started with fermentation and it is easier than you think!Resources We MentionKombucha KampThe Big Book of Kombucha: Brewing, Flavoring, and Enjoying the Health Benefits of Fermented Tea by Hannah Crum
In this episode, Jordan and I discuss the importance of economics, marketing, and storytelling in agriculture. Follow the tour on YouTubeJordan Green is a U.S. Marine Corps veteran who served multiple deployments before completing a five-year tour of duty in 2009 and transitioning into full-time farming with his wife, Laura.Together, Jordan and Laura founded J&L Green Farm in Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, where they raise pasture-based pork and poultry and 100% grass-fed beef on 500 acres, marketing their food directly to consumers.Key TopicsEscaping the industrial poultry system and its impact on animals and farmersApprenticeship at Polyface Farm and lessons from Joel SalatinMilitary service and how it shaped the decision to start J&L Green FarmThe struggles of starting a farm business during the 2008 financial crisisWhy marketing and storytelling matter as much as production in regenerative farmingTimestamps:00:00:00 Why cheap food threatens the survival of American farms00:03:00 Inside poultry houses: dust, ammonia, and farmer servitude00:08:00 Contracts, mortgages, and the trap of industrial poultry farming00:17:00 Apprenticeship at Polyface and scaling pasture-based livestock00:24:00 The reality of death and livestock farming behind the scenes00:29:00 Joining the Marines and balancing military life with farm dreams00:36:00 Starting J&L Green Farm with land, capital, and a Polyface contract00:40:00 Surviving the 2008 housing crash while building a farm business00:42:00 Why marketing is the hardest but most crucial part of farming00:49:00 The clash between fast tech and slow ecology in food production00:55:00 Building customer relationships, not flash sales01:00:00 Why most farms aren't welcoming to the public and how J&L differsConnect with Jordan, J&L Farm:WebsiteInstagramFollow the tour on YouTube
Our guest Jack DuBois – 4th Generation of Family Leadership at Standard Process – has a diverse background in organic and regenerative farming, soil and crop health, sales leadership, and whole food nutrition. He is passionate about educating healthcare practitioners on the benefits of regenerative agriculture, whole food philosophy, and how these approaches translate into improved patient outcomes. Join us as Jack shares his expertise on farming practices that encourage and preserve nutrient density in crops and how patients benefit from optimal nutrition intake from nutrient dense whole foods and whole food extracts. SHOW NOTES 2:30 What is regenerative agriculture? 3:47 Why soil is the foundation of nutritious crops 5:46 Regenerative agriculture vs. conventional agriculture 9:05 How regenerative agriculture compares to organic farming 11:50 The role of crop rotation and cover cropping in soil health 14:24 Soil nutrients and their impact on more nutritious foods 17:46 Soil depletion and it's effects on nutrient density 19:38 Avenanthramides: what they are and why they matter 21:40 Benefits of whole food nutrition and the importance of phytonutrients 22:27 Food nutrition labels don't list important phytonutrients 24:14 Farm technology innovations 27:19 Preserving nutrient content after harvest 30:15 Gentle drying processes to retain key phytonutrients 33:15 Highly concentrated extracts of whole plants compared to consumption of the whole food form 34:45 Transparency and education in farming – sharing regenerative and organic practices 36:13 Whole Systems Nutrition Symposium – October 24th – addressing soil health and modern nutrition challenges REGISTER FOR THE VIRTUAL SYMPOSIUM Whole Systems Nutrition: Harnessing Nature's Wisdom to Reclaim Our Nutritional Heritage
“One of the things I learned through the course of my career is that people don't have any trust, confidence, or faith in you until they feel like you care about them and learn what they need.” —Mark Spoone What if the key to a healthier planet and better food lies right beneath our feet? The way we treat our soil today could transform our future, making it richer and more sustainable for generations to come. With a career spanning multiple industries, Mark Spoone has founded over ten companies and taken three public, all while maintaining a focus on sustainable practices. His latest venture, Living Water, aims to transform agriculture by revitalizing soil health, offering a fresh perspective on how we can nourish both our bodies and the earth. Join Justine and Mark as they explore fresh insights into creating a positive environmental impact through innovative agricultural solutions, restoring soil health with beneficial microbes, enhancing crop health and nutrient density, the rapid improvements possible with regenerative farming, the growing recognition of sustainable practices, the link between soil health and food quality, the importance of teamwork in entrepreneurship, the cost-effectiveness of the Living Water system, the health benefits of nutrient-dense food, and addressing water conservation challenges in agriculture. Meet Mark: Mark Spoone is a seasoned entrepreneur with a diverse career spanning financial services, technology, strategic management, real estate, printing, beverage, hemp, artificial intelligence (AI), and agriculture. Known for his innovative approach to sustainable farming, he has founded over ten companies and led many others as CEO, General Manager, Director, or Board Member, successfully taking three companies public. His latest venture, Living Water, focuses on revitalizing soil health through biological fertilizers, aiming to reduce reliance on synthetic inputs and enhance nutrient density in crops. Mark's broad industry experience has provided him with invaluable learning opportunities and the chance to collaborate with some of the industry's finest experts. Driven by a passion for environmental sustainability and a commitment to positively impacting global food systems, he enjoys investing himself in challenges that align with his values. Website LinkedIn X YouTube Connect with NextGen Purpose: Website Facebook Instagram LinkedIn YouTube Episode Highlights: 01:13 What is the Living Water? 05:41 Technology and Implementation 11:01 Impact on Soil and Food Quality 18:09 The Challenges Faced by Farmers and Their Need for Financial Support 21:55 Improving the Agronomic Landscape
Recorded live from the Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems Conference at Texas State University, the Soil Sisters interview Jessi Roesch, founder and CEO of Downland. The discussion focuses on the importance of farm succession planning and the challenges faced by both retiring and aspiring young farmers. Jessi explains Downland's mission to facilitate the smooth transition of farmland ownership through a three-part solution: preparing successors, finding suitable matches, and ensuring legally sound transactions. They delve into the human and emotional aspects of succession planning, emphasizing the need for values alignment, comprehensive financial planning, and innovative tools to ease the process. Jessi Roesch, founder and CEO of Downland, helps farmers and landowners pass down their land to the next generation. Building the financial, legal and workforce infrastructure to support families across the great wealth transfer as $24 trillion in farmland assets and $225 billion of our food production is in transition.FB: @downland | IG: @go.downland | Website: GoDownland.com - From the website, aspiring young farmers can join the Downland waitlist. And retiring farmers can call or text to start their succession planning conversation.Time Stamps:00:00 Welcome to the Soil Sisters Podcast00:31 Introducing Jessi Roesch, founder & CEO of Downland01:00 Challenges in Succession Planning02:15 The Importance of Values in Farming04:03 Navigating Difficult Conversations13:25 Financial and Legal Pitfalls19:24 Leveraging Technology for Better Planning21:58 The Value of Community in Farming22:34 Creating Tools for Farmers22:57 Affirmation and Support for Farmers23:32 Regenerative Farming and Living24:29 Downland's Role in Succession Planning25:02 Steps for Young Farmers to Get Started26:04 Connecting Farmers26:38 Building Legal and Financial Tools for Farmers29:42 Supporting Aspiring Farmers37:42 Creative Financial Solutions for Land Transition42:24 Downland's Vision and Future Plans
Is the tuna you eat truly healthy fish or just high in mercury? Learn the truth about sustainable fishing, omega-3s, and high-protein albacore tuna that supports your health goals. In episode 810 of the Savage Perspective Podcast, Robert Sikes and guest Jessica Rhodes expose the secrets of the commercial fishing industry. They reveal how pole and line fishing methods result in safer, more nutritious fish compared to mass-market brands. Discover her family's journey in building a craft business founded on quality, from battling giant corporations to embracing a regenerative lifestyle that provides truly superior food.If you demand the same high standards for your body as you do for your food, it's time to build a physique with a no-nonsense approach. Join Robert's FREE Bodybuilding Masterclass to learn the methods for constructing a powerful and healthy physique. Sign up here: https://www.ketobodybuilding.com/registration-2Use Code "SAVAGE" to get 15% offhttps://www.craftfishco.com/Get Keto Brick: https://www.ketobrick.com/Subscribe to the podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/42cjJssghqD01bdWBxRYEg?si=1XYKmPXmR4eKw2O9gGCEuQChapters:0:00 - Is Your Tuna Toxic? The Truth About Mercury 0:52 - This Tuna Converted a Hater 1:54 - It's Not Just Tuna, It's a Craft 2:35 - From Hobby to a High-Stakes Family Business 4:22 - The "Regenerative Farming" of the Ocean 5:42 - The Fishing Industry Lie You're Falling For 9:16 - The Real Answer to the Mercury Question 10:35 - Our Tuna vs. "Low Mercury" Brands (The Real Numbers) 12:29 - How a Small Fish Brand Competes With Giants 15:23 - The Secret Process That Makes Our Tuna Different 20:21 - A Day in the Life of a Fisherman (It's Brutal) 24:30 - The Unglamorous Reality of a 5-Month Season 26:31 - You Won't Believe How Many Fish They Catch 28:22 - The "All-In" Moment We Bought Our Boat 30:28 - What It's Like When Dad Is Gone for 5 Months 36:10 - Juggling a Business and Raising a Family 37:57 - Our Approach to Homeschooling Future Leaders 42:30 - Will the Next Generation Take Over? 46:43 - Why We'll Never Be in Big Box Stores 52:18 - What a Real "Seafood Snob" Eats 54:15 - 5-Minute High-Protein Tuna Burgers 59:10 - Where To Get The Best Tuna (Listener Discount)
The USDA has farmers by the balls. We all know it. Bryson felt it, and quickly chose to fight it. He found legit workarounds and today educates us on how other farmers can help stabilise and control their own futures. Bryson Lipscomb of Triple Oak farms - a military veteran turned first-generation farmer, who traded his 9-5 job to become a farmer and build his own life with his wife and then newborn son. Bryson bring a refreshing & unique perspective on American farming, unfiltered for sure and very grounded. He shares the struggles and blessings of starting from scratch, the pretty messed realities of USDA processing (spoiler - it's way worse than you think), navigating regulations and the search for alternatives (such as the private membership association - PMA) that keep food sovereignty in the hands of the people.This one certainly echoes faith, food, freedom in America, now and in the future. Enjoy. Triple Oaks Farm is a family-run regenerative farm in Virginia, raising pastured pigs and other livestock with a focus on food sovereignty, stewardship, and community.Key TopicsCOVID as a wake-up call for food independenceThe realities of raising animals on pastureStewardship, resilience, and lessons from livestockIndustrial processing vs. small farm alternativesFaith, freedom, and food sovereignty through PMAsTimestamps00:01:00 COVID meat shortages spark the leap into farming00:04:00 First pigs, early mistakes, and discovering regenerative farming00:09:00 Pig escapes and fencing failures — hard lessons in stewardship00:18:00 From alcoholism to faith — how farming changed everything00:31:00 Why small farms can't compete with Smithfield00:34:00 The hidden costs of USDA butchering00:43:00 Dominion, faith, and the moral conflict of unjust laws01:00:00 Mishandling, fraud, and corruption inside USDA plants01:08:00 Final breaking point — walking away from USDA processors01:13:00 Discovering the PMA model as a legal path forward01:20:00 Building a farm rooted in faith, sovereignty, and community01:30:00 Why resilience, stewardship, and sovereignty matter for everyone01:40:00 Closing reflections on food freedom and the future of Triple OaksConnect With Triple OaksWebsiteInstagramFollow the tour on YouTube
In today's episode of the Live Love Learn Podcast, I'm joined by Keivor John, co-founder of My Little Farm, who has turned a deep awakening in 2020 into a living, breathing model for food sovereignty, regenerative farming, and true community resilience.We explore why our food system is broken, poisoned by chemicals, dominated by corporations, exploiting animals, reliant on fragile supply chains, and how taking back control of what feeds us isn't just empowering, it's essential for survival.We cover:Why food sovereignty = real freedom (if they control your food, they control your life).How ordinary people can co-own regenerative farmland without quitting their jobs.The shocking truth about supermarket “organic” food vs truly chemical-free, nutrient-dense produce.Building resilient communities that protect people, animals, and the land.How My Little Farm is pioneering a new model of food independence across the UK.This is more than just farming. It's about taking back our power, protecting future generations, and creating a system that actually works for us, not against us.
No matter how many resources of great scientific information that are available to us, how little you don't know about the foods you eat can be the difference between living the good life and one full of sickness.Dr. Autumn Smith, co-founder of Paleovalley and Wild Pastures, knows this all too well as a once very sick person who healed herself via nutrition (with help from Paul via CD) many years ago.Autumn shares her life's continuing food as medicine mission, her recent Ph.D. studies on nutrient densities of meat and her concerns about efficiency over ecology in the food industry this week on Spirit Gym.Learn more about Autumn's inspiring journey on YouTube and watch her eight-part ReThink Meat series here. Follow Autumn via social media on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube.Timestamps4:07 What people really don't know about the food they eat.11:09 Could farm-to-table nutrition in schools be part of our future?29:03 Our top soil may run out within 60-80 years.35:40 Dr. Bruce Ames' triage theory.43:16 The most common reaction to food sensitivities for pork consumption.52:31 “We prioritize efficiency over ecology.”1:01:38 Are synthetic vitamins really good for your health?1:09:47 Good advice from the late Jerry Telle: Eat like you live on a farm.1:20:23 Autumn worked with Dr. Stephan van Vilet on his study that compared nutrient densities in beef.1:33:06 Most grass-fed beef we eat in America is produced in China.ResourcesThe Dewayne Lee Johnson vs. Monsanto caseGlycine and methionineWeston A. Price FoundationFind more resources for this episode on our website.Music Credit: Meet Your Heroes (444Hz) by Brave as BearsAll Rights Reserved MusicFit Records 2024Thanks to our awesome sponsors:PaleovalleyBIOptimizers US and BIOptimizers UK PAUL15Organifi CHEK20Wild PasturesKorrect SPIRITGYMPique LifeCHEK Institute/CHEK AcademyZen in the Garden We may earn commissions from qualifying purchases using affiliate links.
In this deeply insightful episode, Dr. Heather Stone—one of the world's leading functional medicine practitioners—joins Dr. Robert Kiltz to expose the hidden epidemic of thyroid dysfunction and autoimmunity affecting millions of women. Drawing from her own personal health journey and over 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Stone shares how she's helped thousands overcome hypothyroidism and Hashimoto's through root-cause healing, regenerative nutrition, and lifestyle transformation.
In this episode of the Soil Sisters Podcast, recorded from the 2025 Southern Family Farmers and Food Systems conference, Michael Bell from Dallas Half Acre Farm shares his journey of starting an urban farm without electricity and water. Mike delves into the importance of community support and innovative solutions in maintaining a profitable market garden. The second part of the episode features Howard Vlieger, a regenerative farmer and researcher representing Contact BioSolutions. Howard discusses the adverse effects of glyphosate on soil health and livestock, and introduces an innovative organic herbicide designed to support the soil microbiome. Howard also shares insights from his extensive research on GMO crops and their impact on livestock and human health, underscoring the need for safer, regenerative agricultural practices.TIME STAMPS:00:00 Welcome to Soil Sisters Podcast00:21 Introducing Michael Bell and Dallas Half Acre Farm00:47 Challenges of Starting an Urban Farm01:23 Navigating Bureaucracy and Red Tape02:36 Innovative Solutions for Water and Electricity03:51 Grant Money and Its Challenges05:16 Community Fundraising and Self-Reliance08:30 Water Catchment Systems14:49 The Journey to Starting Dallas Half Acre Farm19:18 Efficient Delivery Strategies for Fresh Produce21:24 Meet Howard Vlieger, Regenerative Farmer and Researcher22:55 The Impact of GMO Crops on Livestock31:30 Developing Alternatives to Glyphosate34:53 The Future of Organic Herbicides37:54 The Far-Reaching Effects of Glyphosate41:57 Connecting Soil Health to Human Health44:28 Finding Firehawk Bioherbicide - Save 10% with promo code: SOILSISTERS10
Join us in this episode as we chat with Gary Binkow, an award-winning producer and wellness entrepreneur with a passion for sharing his expertise with others on similar paths. Whether he's launching health brands like The Swell Score or coaching aspiring entrepreneurs, Gary knows how to create, distribute, and monetize content — and now, how to translate that success into wellness… After selling his media company, Gary pivoted into the health and wellness space, where he discovered a deep passion for regenerative farming and holistic living. Trading city life for the soil, he and his partner now cultivate their own land in California. What lessons has he uncovered in this new chapter? Tune in to hear his story firsthand! This conversation covers: What regenerative farming is at its core. Why tilling and discing soil can be harmful for farmland. The role that pesticides can play in organic farming. How rotating crops preserves soil health. Want to follow along with Gary and his farming efforts? Connect with his Instagram @root2risefarms!
Regenerative agriculture has the potential to reshape how we see food, health, and the future of our planet. In this episode, Dr. Andrew Fix talks with Dr. Jeffrey Burke, the Director of Education for Kokora Life and a natural products industry veteran with more than forty years of experience, about the direct link between the health of our soil and the health of our bodies. He explains how farming practices that strip the land also strip our food of vital micronutrients, and why the loss of topsoil is one of the most urgent challenges we face. Dr. Burke shares how regenerative agriculture goes beyond organic standards by restoring the soil, boosting yields, and growing food with richer nutritional value. He also addresses how a diet built on processed, inflammatory foods leaves the body depleted long before chronic illness appears. This episode explores the role of high-quality supplements in filling those gaps, with herbs like ashwagandha for stress, turmeric for inflammation, and bacopa for cognitive support. By the end, it's clear that soil health, food quality, and intentional supplementation are deeply connected, and that understanding this connection can shape the future of both human and environmental health. Quotes “We're not eating a diet that replenishes what we use. We're not eating a diet that rebuilds the areas of our body where we're in deficit. So where we used to break down later, we now break down sooner because we are not putting anything in that's actually helping us to rebuild the things that we've lost along the way.” (07:44 | Dr. Jeffrey Burke) “A new statistic says that we have about 60 years left of topsoil on the planet if we don't do something about it.” (15:36 | Dr. Jeffrey Burke) “With organic farming, you're protecting the crop. With regenerative farming, you're protecting both the crop and the soil for the future.” (18:39 | Dr. Jeffrey Burke) “Our goal here would be we'd have to go to the beehive, to the queen bee. We'd have to get in front of Congress and start, you know, lobbying for incentives for farmers to switch over to regenerative agriculture.” (20:37 | Dr. Jeffrey Burke) “We live in a world here in the United States where our diet is largely inflammatory. Most of the foods we consume – the processed foods, the foods from manufacturers, the ‘food stuff,' if you will – are very, very inflammatory.” (37:40 | Dr. Jeffrey Burke) Links Connect with Dr. Jeffrey Burke: Kokora Life LinkedIn Instagram Podcast Dr. Jeffrey Burke is a veteran of the Natural Products industry with over 40 years of expertise in management, product formulation, research, and education. As Director of Education for Kokora Life, he champions Certified Organic and Certified Regenerative herbal products while sharing the latest health insights. A former host of a 42-year national radio show, he now leads the podcast Honest Health with Jeffrey Burke, interviewing top voices in wellness. Based in Las Vegas with his seven dogs and twelve horses, he also volunteers at rodeo benefit events and connects with audiences nationwide. SideKick Tool Movemate: Award-Winning Active Standing Board 15% off Promo Code: DRA15 RAD Roller Revogreen HYDRAGUN Athletic Brewing 20% off: ANDREWF20 Connect with Physio Room: Website Instagram Facebook Andrew's Personal Instagram Andrew's Personal Facebook Podcast production and show notes provided by HiveCast.fm
On today's episode, Luis speaks with Will Harris, a farmer, cattleman, and owner of White Oak Pastures. Will shares his personal story of how he inherited his family farm, and how he transitioned the farm from an industrial model to a regenerative one.When taking an industrial approach to farming, Will had caused desertification on parts of his land from the use of chemicals and monocultural farming. His cattle were taking hormones and pharmaceuticals to make them produce more. Over time, he began to see that the focus of industrial farming is all about killing things, like pests and weeds. Knowing that every organism has a role in it's ecosystem, he decided to begin to make the transition to a more sustainable and Earth-focused approach. You can learn more about White Oak Pastures here: https://whiteoakpastures.com/Register here for the upcoming August 9th webinar, "Supporting Boys Through Puberty: Navigating P*rnography, Hormones & Isolation". Join Luis for a three-day in-person workshop connecting whole foods nutrition, somatic wisdom, and stress recovery at Kripalu. You can read more about, and register, here. Sign up for our 6-month Embodied Relationships group, beginning in October: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/relationship-group----You can learn more on the website: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/ Learn more about the self-led course here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/self-led-new Join the waitlist to pre-order Luis' book here: https://www.holisticlifenavigation.com/the-book You can follow Luis on Instagram @holistic.life.navigationQuestions? You can email us at info@holisticlifenavigation.com
Nutritionist Leyla Muedin discusses the recently released 2025 report on the best overall diets. She critiques the methodology behind nutritional research, emphasizing issues such as recall bias and the reliability of food frequency questionnaires. Leyla then provides an in-depth review of the top ten diets listed in the report: Mediterranean, DASH, Flexitarian, MIND, Mayo Clinic, TLC, Menopause, Dr. Andrew Weil's Anti-inflammatory, Volumetrics, and Cleveland Clinic diets. She argues that many of these diets are misrepresented, particularly regarding their fat content and sustainability claims. Leyla also offers her insights on what constitutes a truly effective and sustainable diet.
“In a world where our wildlife is becoming extinct at a frightening rate, we are setting up an oasis where animals, wild flowers and even ancient fungi can thrive.” Charlie Bennett writing of Middleton North Farm. It's clear to most of us that the existing food and farming system is unsustainable. What's less clear is what to do about it, particularly when the behemoths of the industry put so much time, effort and money into propaganda which suggests we can't feed humanity unless we keep doubling down on the industrial systems that are destroying our soils, our watercourses and our health. Given this toxic mix of misinformation, government bureaucracy and algorithms engineered to keep us at each others' throats, it's not surprising the waters are muddied. And yet the signposts are out there and brave pioneers across the continents are working to find ways to feed people healthy, nutritious food at prices they can afford while also building soil, increasing water uptake —which is another way of saying we're reducing flooding— and returning life to the land. One of these glorious pioneers is Charlie Bennett of Middleton North farm in Northumbria. I came across Charlie in the closing days of 2024 when I read his first book 'Down the Rabbit Hole' and promptly bought copies to give to all my friends. HIs writing was at once lyrical and grounded in a reality I recognised—and he was writing about regenerative farming, except he called it 'Common Sense Farming'. I wrote to him then, and we've corresponded ever since and now he's this week's guest on the podcast. Charlie Bennett is a farmer, writer, and passionate advocate for the countryside. He is joint owner of the Middleton North estate near Morpeth, Northumberland, in North East England. Here, he and his wife Charlotte work to support existing wildlife and attract new species alongside sustainable stock farming designed to add to the diversity of wildlife in the area. Trigger Warning: Charlie and I share a passion for the land and a deep sense of connectedness to the more than human world. We both live in a reality where humans (sometimes) eat meat so if discussions of the reality of this might be difficult for you, please skip past those bits. Otherwise, please do enjoy this exploration of how we can share our world differently with the Web of Life. Charlie's website https://charliebennettauthor.co.uk/Buy Charlie's books https://charliebennettauthor.co.uk/shop/p/down-the-rabbit-hole-book-fh2pk-mcey8Middleton North Farm https://www.middleton-north.co.ukLit and Phil https://www.litandphil.org.uk/What we offer: Accidental Gods, Dreaming Awake and the Thrutopia Writing Masterclass If you'd like to join our next Open Gathering 'Dreaming Your Death Awake' (you don't have to be a member) it's on 2nd November - details are here.If you'd like to join us at Accidental Gods, this is the membership where we endeavour to help you to connect fully with the living web of life. If you'd like to train more deeply in the contemporary shamanic work at Dreaming Awake, you'll find us here. If you'd like to explore the recordings from our last Thrutopia Writing Masterclass, the details are here
Welcome back to The Birth Lounge Podcast—where we challenge the status quo, ask the questions the system hopes you won't, and take your family's health seriously (without fear-mongering or fluff). In today's episode, I'm sitting down with Kelly Ryerson, co-executive director of American ReGen and founder of Glyphosate Facts. With degrees from Dartmouth and Stanford, Kelly brings the heat and the receipts on one of the most important (and honestly, infuriating) topics in modern health: glyphosate. Yup, that's the same chemical in Roundup—the most widely used pesticide on Earth. And spoiler alert: it's likely in your pantry right now. We dive deep into: The truth about glyphosate's impact on your gut, your mental health, and your baby's long-term development How companies like Monsanto (now Bayer) are still running the show—and why we can't trust the system to keep us safe What you can do today to reduce your exposure (hello, water filters + better food choices) Why baby food is a big red flag (yes, even organic) What's actually happening on farms, and how regenerative practices can change the game This episode is part science, part scandal, and fully focused on helping you take back control of your health—because no one is coming to do that for you. If you've ever wondered what's actually in your food, how it's affecting your hormones, fertility, or your growing baby, or why the U.S. is behind other countries in banning toxic chemicals… This is your episode. Timestamps: 00:00 Welcome & Why This Matters 01:46 The Hidden Dangers in Our Food 03:18 Meet Kelly Ryerson 03:58 Glyphosate 101 08:20 Why It's So Widely Used (and How It Got That Way) 21:53 The Health Fallout: Gut, Brain, and Beyond 34:27 How to Shop Smarter & Spot Safer Foods 37:58 What Other Countries Are Doing Right 44:37 Why Some Farmers Don't See the Problem 46:07 How Policy, Profit & Pesticides Are All Linked 47:47 Dead Soil = Dead Nutrition 49:28 The Rise of Regenerative Farming 51:06 Safer Options for Home & Garden 55:39 Baby Food Red Flags 58:20 What's Lurking in Juice, Wine & Beer 01:00:50 Nontoxic Yard Care (Your Pets Will Thank You) 01:04:31 Monsanto's Long Game of Deception 01:09:02 Government + Industry: Too Cozy? 01:15:47 Reclaiming Your Family's Health 01:17:59 Final Takeaways + Where to Start Listen now and take the first step toward safer choices, stronger advocacy, and raising a healthier generation. Guest Bio: Kelly Ryerson works at the intersection of agriculture and health. She regularly collaborates with regenerative farmers, scientists, policymakers and media to address agrochemical damage to our soil and bodies. Kelly is the co-Executive Director of American Regeneration and also founded the news site Glyphosate Facts. Kelly has contributed to numerous podcasts, publications, and documentaries including the recent award winning documentary Common Ground. She is an Ambassador for The Rodale Institute. Kelly has a BA from Dartmouth College, an MBA from the Stanford Graduate School of Business, and completed training in integrative health coaching at Duke Integrative Medicine. INSTAGRAM & SOCIAL MEDIA: Connect with HeHe on IG Connect with HeHe on YouTube Connect with Kelly on IG BIRTH EDUCATION: Join The Birth Lounge here for judgment-free childbirth education that prepares you for an informed birth and how to confidently navigate hospital policy to have a trauma-free labor experience! Download The Birth Lounge App for birth & postpartum prep delivered straight to your phone! LINKS MENTIONED: www.americanregeneration.org www.glyphosatefacts.com Connect with HRI Labs here Firehawk bio herbicide Pestie
Dr. Tony Ebel interviews Joe Wanda, founder of Wanda Farms in Harvard, Illinois, about his transformation from conventional dairy farming to regenerative agriculture. Joe shares his journey from managing a 1,400-cow industrial operation to discovering Joel Salatin's principles and starting his own grass-fed operation.This conversation reveals the striking parallels between Big Agriculture and Big Pharma - both industries that shifted from natural approaches to chemical-dependent systems. Joe and Dr. Tony explore why grass-fed meat matters most for family health, the hidden costs of conventional farming, and how regenerative practices restore soil, animal welfare, and human health.Listeners will discover practical steps for accessing quality food and learn why this movement is essential for future generations. The episode perfectly combines Dr. Tony's "50% Iowa Farm Boy and 50% neuroscience health nerd" perspective with Joe's real-world farming expertise.Key Topics & Timestamps([00:05:00]) - Joe's Origin Story: From Chicago parents to Harvard, Illinois farm life([00:08:00]) - The 7-Year-Old Entrepreneur: Shining shoes at car dealerships with dad([00:14:00]) - College Agriculture Awakening: Conventional training meets early skepticism([00:20:00]) - Getting Shut Down: Questioning hormones and chemicals in agricultural school([00:26:00]) - Industrial Dairy Reality: Managing 1,400 cows and the daily grind([00:27:00]) - Discovering Joel Salatin: First hearing "regenerative" changes everything([00:31:00]) - Regenerative Agriculture 101: Nutrient density over mass production([00:36:00]) - Why Grass-Fed Meat Matters: The science behind cleaning up your meat first([00:40:00]) - The True Cost Analysis: Hidden costs of conventional farming([00:44:00]) - Action Steps for Families: How to access Wanda Farms and support regenerative agriculture([00:48:00]) - Farmer Values for Kids: Why future generations need farm character and work ethicGet Connected with Wanda Farms/Place an Order:www.wandafarms.comUse code PWC15 for $15 off youy order of $160 or more (one per customer)Follow on instagram: @wandafarmsfamily-- Follow us on Socials: Instagram: @pxdocs Facebook: Dr. Tony Ebel & The PX Docs Network Youtube: The PX Docs For more information, visit PXDocs.com to read informative articles about the power of Neurologically-Focused Chiropractic Care. Find a PX Doc Office near me: PX DOCS DirectoryTo watch Dr. Tony's 30 min Perfect Storm Webinar: Click HereSubscribe, share, and stay tuned for more incredible episodes unpacking the power of Nervous System focused care for children!
Jeremy Kiner is a Kentucky-based boulderer and sport climber. We talked about his journey to V10 and 5.13b, how he uses a board circuit as a training benchmark, his experience with the GRINDS finger training program, embracing double rest days, his diet and dealing with autoimmune issues, what he learned from working on two different regenerative farms, being a conscious consumer, and much more.Maui Nui Venison (The Healthiest Red Meat on the Planet)mauinuivenison.com/stevenChilipad (Don't Lose Sleep this Summer)Get 20% off any Chilipad sleep systemNADS (Organic Cotton Underwear)Use code STEVEN for 15% offThe GRINDS Program:thenuggetclimbing.comBecome a Patron:patreon.com/thenuggetclimbingShow Notes: thenuggetclimbing.com/episodes/jeremy-kinerNuggets:(00:00:00) – Intro(00:02:01) – Jeremy's background(00:03:47) – Regenerative farming(00:05:46) – Resting a lot(00:11:39) – Abrahangs & weight room(00:13:06) – Jeremy's climbing progression(00:23:58) – The thief of joy(00:27:55) – Never enough time(00:35:54) – Training circuit (strength boulder pyramid)(00:43:52) – Fun board climbing(00:45:40) – Different training chapters(00:51:29) – The GRINDS Program(00:58:50) – Breaking down finger training terms(01:05:35) – Unlevel edges(01:08:05) – Tweaky fingers(01:20:22) – There is no “best” way(01:26:43) – Things that work(01:28:58) – Things that don't work(01:33:58) – Boards(01:40:02) – Jeremy's diet & autoimmunity(01:47:28) – Where is your food coming from(01:54:03) – Regenerative farming continued(02:08:16) – Food subsidies & waste(02:13:01) – The other pillars of health(02:17:22) – Conscious consumer(02:20:53) – Wrap up
You've been told to eat clean, but what if your “healthy” foods are wrecking your gut, crushing your hormones, and aging you faster? This episode exposes the nutrient-depleted truth behind modern diets, soil erosion, and why regenerative farming might be the key to reversing chronic disease, boosting mitochondria, and rebuilding your biology from the ground up. Watch this episode on YouTube for the full video experience: https://www.youtube.com/@DaveAspreyBPR Host Dave Asprey sits down with Dr. Josh Axe, a trusted pioneer in functional medicine, bestselling author, and co-founder of Ancient Nutrition. Dr. Axe bridges the gap between biblical farming, ancestral nutrition, and modern science to explain how your food and even your supplements may be harming your human performance, digestion, and brain health. With clinical insights, personal stories, and science-backed tools, he shares what to eat instead if you want real longevity, energy, and healing. They dig into the collapse of soil nutrients, how monocropping damages the microbiome, and why organic food standards may be outdated. You'll learn how regenerative agriculture rebuilds the earth and your gut, and why biohacking starts with dirt, not pills. Plus, they explore the hormonal chaos caused by seed oils, plastics, blue light, sleep disruption, and even birth control, especially in relation to testosterone loss in men and women. This episode also touches on biblical nutrition, fasting cycles, natural nootropics, testosterone-supporting peptides, the dangers of synthetic vitamins, and the future of real-time self-quantification. From poop-powered farming to smarter sourcing, it's a wild ride into how food, faith, and farming affect every part of your biology. This is essential listening for anyone serious about biohacking, neurohacking, longevity, Upgrade Labs, Danger Coffee, Smarter Not Harder, and understanding the real root of disease and dysfunction. You'll Learn: • Why regenerative farming beats “organic” for health and the planet • How depleted soil is linked to hormone imbalances and chronic disease • What birth control is doing to testosterone, fertility, and mitochondrial health • Why your supplements may just be “expensive pee” • The truth about biblical farming and why dirt still matters • How to support testosterone naturally with diet, peptides, and habits • Why sleep optimization, mineral balance, and circadian alignment are key for healing Dave Asprey is a four-time New York Times bestselling author, founder of Bulletproof Coffee, and the father of biohacking. With over 1,000 interviews and 1 million monthly listeners, The Human Upgrade is the top podcast for people who want to take control of their biology, extend their longevity, and optimize every system in the body and mind. Each episode features cutting-edge insights in health, performance, neuroscience, supplements, nutrition, hacking, emotional intelligence, and conscious living. Episodes are released every Tuesday and Thursday, where Dave asks the questions no one else dares, and brings you real tools to become more resilient, aware, and high performing. SPONSORS: - BON CHARGE | Go to https://boncharge.com and use code DAVE for 15% off. - Zbiotics | Go to https://zbiotics.com/DAVE for 15% off your first order Resources: • Dave Asprey's New Book - Heavily Meditated: https://daveasprey.com/heavily-meditated/ • Josh Axe's Website – https://thehealthinstitute.com/ • Josh Axe's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoshaxe/?hl=en • Danger Coffee: https://dangercoffee.com • Dave Asprey's Website: https://daveasprey.com • Dave Asprey's Linktree: https://linktr.ee/daveasprey • Upgrade Collective – Join The Human Upgrade Podcast Live: https://www.ourupgradecollective.com • Own an Upgrade Labs: https://ownanupgradelabs.com • Upgrade Labs: https://upgradelabs.com • 40 Years of Zen – Neurofeedback Training for Advanced Cognitive Enhancement: https://40yearsofzen.com Timestamps: • 00:00 Trailer • 00:52 Intro • 01:01 From Medicine to Farming • 02:21 Regenerative Farming • 03:36 Fixing Modern Agriculture • 05:43 Biblical Farming Meets Modern Science • 08:23 The Truth About Organic Food • 12:41 What's Causing the Testosterone Crash • 18:07 Hormonal Birth Control • 27:37 New Hormone Replacement • 29:58 The Future of Health Tracking • 32:00 What Is Biblical Farming? • 33:38 Biblical Principles of Nutrition • 33:55 Foods Most Mentioned in the Bible • 35:17 Pork, Parasites, and Dietary Laws • 37:29 Chinese Medicine's View on Pork • 39:36 Did the Flood Shorten Human Lifespan? • 42:26 Biodynamic Farming and Spirituality • 54:27 Fatherhood and Words That Heal • 56:21 What Josh Feeds His Kids • 01:03:41 Mental Health, Faith, and Healing • 01:05:36 Final Thoughts See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
