AcresUSA: Tractor Time

In this episode of The Acres USA Podcast , host Taylor Henry, owner and CEO of Acres U.S.A., engages in a conversation with Charley Cummings, co-founder of Walden Mutual. They discuss a variety of topics surrounding sustainable and regenerative agriculture, including innovative financing options for farmers, the impact of banking choices on environmental sustainability, and the challenges and stra...

Join host Taylor Henry on The Acres U.S.A. Podcast as he interviews Kaleb Hanshaw from West Virginia, a certified Permaculture Designer and Director of Reclamation and Mediation at Coalfield Development. Discover Caleb's journey from ministry to homesteading, his work in post-mine land restoration, and how he's building sustainable farming practices in the Appalachian region. Learn about t...

Recorded live at the 2021 Eco-Ag Conference & Trade Show in Covington, Kentucky, Dec. 6-9, 2021.  Scaling up your chicken operation to become a commercial operation can be difficult. Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin’s system of integrating poultry into your crop and pasture operation is spreading around the world because it helps farmers see clear, humane paths forward and to reach the larger marke...

This throwback Eco-Ag session from 2017 will address how to produce more profitably through regenerative agriculture. John Kempf has become one of the most inspiring and promising crop consultants in agriculture today. Kempf’s consulting company, Advancing Eco Agriculture, has successfully implemented profitable organic programs for a large number of fruit and vegetable growers and crop producers...

Join host Taylor Henry from Acres U.S.A. as he interviews Chuck Benbrook in a captivating episode of The Acres U.S.A. podcast. Discover Chuck's fascinating journey from a childhood playing in his grandmother's flowerbed to becoming a pivotal figure in agricultural economics and pesticide regulation. The discussion delves into Chuck's experiences in British Columbia's remote areas,...

Join us as we delve into the transformative insights of Dr. Christine Jones, who explores the intricate relationships between plant diversity, soil health, and sustainable agriculture. This throwback Eco-Ag Keynote  begins with a heartfelt tribute to Dr. Phil Callahan, a pioneer in agricultural knowledge, and transitions into Dr. Jones's in-depth discussion on the importance of green plants, m...

In this episode of the Acres USA podcast, host Taylor Henry is joined by Author Melissa Norris to interview Will Harris of White Oak Pastures. They delve into the complexities of pesticide immunity laws, discussing how pesticide companies seek protection from liabilities despite evidence of harmful consequences. Will shares his journey from conventional to regenerative farming, the economic challe...

On this episode of ‘The Acres U.S.A. Podcast’ Taylor Henry sits down with Monte Bottens, a fifth-generation Illinois farmer who manages over 2000 acres and operates multiple agricultural businesses. Monty discusses his journey from conventional farming to regenerative practices, his ventures such as Ag Solutions Network and the insights he gained from his experiences in both Illinois and Californi...

In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast host Taylor Henry dives deep into the world of sustainable and regenerative farming practices, with a special focus on the economic challenges and innovative solutions within the industry. Joined by Joel Hollingsworth, owner of Smoke River Ranch, the conversation explores a multitude of topics—from the intricacies of herd share programs and the macroecon...

In this episode of The Acres U.S.A. podcast, host Taylor Henry sits down with homesteaders Sean and Beth Dougherty to discuss their journey into regenerative farming and sustainable living. Tune in as they share their experiences from starting on 'junk' land to creating a thriving farm that produces 90-95% of their food. Learn about the principles that have guided their success, the books...

Join us in this episode of The Acres U.S.A. Podcast, hosted by Taylor Henry, as we dive deep into sustainable farming and regenerative agricultural practices with renowned experts Steve Campbell and Dr. Will Winter. Steve shares his journey from ranching in Idaho to discovering the transformative effects of nutrition and grass finishing on livestock. Will recounts his evolution from conventional l...

Join Taylor Henry, owner and CEO of Acres U.S.A., as he interviews Jason Mauck on the latest episode of The Acres U.S.A. Podcast. This in-depth conversation covers sustainable farming, regenerative practices, and innovative agricultural techniques like relay cropping, using livestock for in-crop grazing, and adapting crop systems for economic resilience. Jason shares his unique approaches to farmi...

Join host Taylor Henry on this episode of The Acres U.S.A. Podcast, as he engages in a deep dive into cover cropping and ecological agriculture with Keith Burns, the owner and founder of Green Cover Seed. Hear about Keith's journey from conventional farming to a focus on multi-species cover crop mixes, the benefits of diverse plantings, and how innovative practices can help improve soil health...

Welcome to the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, hosted by Taylor Henry. In this episode, Taylor is joined by Helen Atthowe, the author of 'The Ecological Farm.' Helen discusses her journey in organic farming, her inspirations, and innovative farming techniques including selective mowing and mulching with perennial species. The conversation also covers the importance of mineral balancing, pest suppres...

Join Taylor Henry, owner and CEO of Acres U.S.A., in an intriguing conversation with Jordan Green, founder of Farm Builder and a leading expert in practical, scalable livestock farming. Discover the innovative approach of Jordan’s cull cow program, where undervalued cull cows are transformed into high-quality beef, even amidst rising cattle prices. Learn how Jordan applies the 'sell-buy' m...

Join host Taylor Henry on the Acres U.S.A. Podcast as he dives into a rich conversation with agronomist Jeffrey Kleypas from Advancing Eco Agriculture. Jeffrey brings a wealth of experience from conventional agronomy to sustainable, regenerative farming. He shares insights on adapting to extreme weather conditions in Texas, transitioning from conventional to eco-agriculture practices, and the impo...

Throwback to the 2018 Eco-Ag Conference  with Dan Kittridge on this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast. Dan, who grew up on an organic farm and has a history with the Northeast Organic Farming Association (NOFA), discusses the development and significance of a handheld spectrometer. This innovative tool can measure the quality of produce by analyzing compounds that influence flavor and nutrient d...

Join Taylor Henry, owner and CEO of Acres U.S.A., as he chats with Sam Knapp, author of 'Beyond the Root Cellar,' on the latest episode of The Acres U.S.A. Podcast. Sam Knapp shares his journey from an aspiring engineer with degrees in chemistry and physics to a dedicated farmer promoting innovative off-season storage farming. Discover how he maneuvers farming challenges in Alaska's harsh climate,...

In this episode of The Acres U.S.A. podcast, host Taylor Henry sits down with Justin Pettit of Santa Carota Beef to discuss the unique aspects of their grass-fed beef operation in Bakersfield, California. Justin shares insights into their history, from feeding cattle carrot byproducts to their current regenerative practices. They delve into challenges and benefits of their unique feeding method, t...

In this episode of The Acres U.S.A. podcast, hosted by Taylor Henry, we dive deep into the intersection of ecological farming and medicine with Dr. Arden Andersen. Dr. Andersen, a pioneering figure in regenerative agriculture and an experienced physician, shares his unique journey from teaching vocational agriculture to becoming a medical professional. He discusses the critical connection between...

This episode of The Acres U.S.A. Podcast is a panel discussion from The 2024 Eco-Ag Conference moderated by John Kempf, and includes panelists Joel Salatin, Gary Zimmer, and Gabe Brown. This episode is focused around sustainable farming, regenerative practices, and how farmers can work together to bring regenerative and ecological agriculture to the mainstream. The panelists share their experience...

In this engaging episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, hosted by Taylor Henry, Gary Zimmer discusses his journey with Midwestern BioAg, including the reasons behind selling the company and the innovative practices being explored today. Gary shares insights into challenges faced by the company, including the complexities of training employees, integrating knowledge into fertilizer products, and the...

In this episode, Dr. Paul Dettloff shares his personal journey transitioning from a conventional veterinarian to an organic farming advocate since witnessing the struggles of his first organic cow in 1988. He discusses the significance of various farming techniques and the impact of DC currents on farm environments and animal health. Learn about the importance of soil health, electromagnetic field...

In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. podcast, host Taylor Henry welcomes guest Mollie Engelhart, an entrepreneur, chef, farmer, and advocate for regenerative agriculture. Mollie shares her unique journey from veganism to embracing meat and dairy within a regenerative farming framework. Raised vegetarian on a farm in upstate New York, she transitioned away from veganism after several eye-opening exp...

In this episode of the Acres USA podcast, host Taylor Henry talks with Jeff Poppen, better known as the Barefoot Farmer. Jeff shares his 50-year journey in organic and biodynamic farming at Long Hungry Creek Farm in Tennessee. They discuss Jeff's book 'Barefoot Biodynamics,' his philosophies on soil ecology, community-supported agriculture, and sustainable food production. Jeff delves...