Everybody Wants To Be A Farmer

We welcomed the impressive Jessi Roesch, founder and CEO of Downland , to share her journey into regenerative agriculture and the importance of health, fitness, and community in farming. She discusses the challenges faced by farmers, the significance of succession planning, and the need for financial literacy in agriculture. Jessi emphasizes the importance of building connections within the farmin...

In this episode, I spent some time with Gabe Brown, a pioneer in regenerative agriculture, to talk about his journey from conventional farming to adopting regenerative practices. Everything Gabe does emphasizes the importance of community, education, and the need for farmers to understand ecosystem functions. Hear about the founding of Understanding Ag, an educational initiative aimed at helping f...

I am grateful to have interviewed Nate Beaulac, co-founder of Prairie Creek Farms, to discus his journey of starting a farm from scratch, the challenges faced, and the growth of Prairie Creed Farms operations. Nate shares his background, the inspiration behind Prairie Creek, and the importance of community engagement through initiatives like Pete's Market and the Prairie Creek Cattle Club. Nate sh...

Here's a little stream of consciousness episode from Josh to talk about the things we liked and learned in 2025 and to discuss what we are looking forward to in 2026. We're grateful for everything we get to do and we're thankful to have you along for the ride.

In this conversation, Joshua Davis speaks with Seth Wieck, a poet and former farmer from Umbarger, Texas. They explore Seth's upbringing in a farming family, his father's innovative practices in sustainable agriculture, and the transition from farming to poetry. The discussion delves into the connection between nature and creativity, the importance of community in agriculture, and the unique beaut...

In this episode, host Joshua Davis interviews Phil Bonelli, the owner of Hopewell Farms in Northern Georgia to discuss the realities of farming, the challenges faced by first-generation farmers, and the importance of community and collaboration in regenerative agriculture. Phil shares his journey from banker to farmer, the lessons learned in poultry processing, and the significance of continuous l...

In our very first episode, Joshua Davis and Will Harris, owner of White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia discuss the journey of transitioning from traditional farming to regenerative agriculture at White Oak Pastures. They explore the history of the farm, the importance of animal welfare, and the impact of regenerative practices on the land and community. Will shares insights on defining regenera...

We are first generation farmers and we want you to know about us. Welcome to Everybody Wants To Be A Farmer.