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The Acres U.S.A. Podcast

Welcome to "The Acres U.S.A. Podcast," where we dive deep into the world of production-scale organic and regenerative farming. For over 50 years, Acres U.S.A.® has been the go-to resource for farmers, ranchers, and market gardeners, guiding them to grow food profitably and sustainably, all while honoring the rhythms of nature. Join our host, Taylor Henry, owner, and CEO, as he brings you weekly insights, interviews, and practical tips to cultivate a healthier, more resilient food system. Tune in and

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00:47:45

The Energy Challenge Facing Modern Agriculture with...

The Acres U.S.A. Podcast ·

2026/09/28

In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor sits down with Brian Dougherty of Understanding Ag to discuss energy constraints, rising input costs, farm economics, and building more resilient agricultural systems.Brian shares his experience developing a startup direct-to-consumer farm in Wisconsin while transitioning former cropland toward diverse forages, perennial systems, and livestock integration. The conversation then expands into the growing dependence of modern agriculture on fossil

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00:52:34

Minerals, Genetics & Human Health with Dr. Richard...

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2026/09/21

In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Dr. Richard Olree, a chiropractic physician, longtime student of minerals and genetics, and author of Minerals for the Genetic Code. Dr. Olree shares the remarkable story of how a chance encounter with Gerald Fry led him into the Acres U.S.A. community and ultimately shaped decades of his work.The conversation explores the connection between soil mineralization, livestock nutrition and human health, including the importance of

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00:48:54

Using Plant Data to Build Healthier, More Resilient...

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2026/09/14

In this episode of The Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor sits down with David Knaus, founder and president of Apical Crop Science, to explore the world of leaf sap analysis, plant nutrition, and nutrient density.David explains how leaf sap testing differs from traditional tissue testing and how analyzing both new and old leaves can reveal nutrient imbalances, antagonisms and excesses that may otherwise go unnoticed. The conversation dives into how targeted nutrition can reduce unnecessary inputs, improve

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01:13:38

From Organic Farming to a Nationwide Food Network:...

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2026/09/07

In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor sits down with David Stelzer, founder of Azure Standard, to hear the story behind one of the country’s largest organic food distribution networks.David shares how his family’s journey into organic agriculture began in the 1960s after a dramatic change in diet helped restore his health—and how discovering what was being put on conventional seed pushed his father to leave chemical farming behind.He takes us through the early days of Azure Standard,

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01:07:13

An Evening with Wendell Berry | From the Acres U.S.A....

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2026/09/01

In memory of Wendell Berry, Acres U.S.A. is opening our archives to share this special recording from the 2007 Acres U.S.A. conference in Louisville, Kentucky.Rather than deliver a traditional speech, Berry chose to read The Requirement, a story about friendship, loss, obligation and what he called “our indispensable principle of neighborhood.” Following the reading, Berry takes questions from the Acres U.S.A. audience in a wide-ranging conversation about farming, land ownership, community,

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01:05:29

The Farmer’s Free Lunch: Unlocking the Resources...

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2026/08/31

In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor sits down with Keith Berns of Green Cover Seed to explore the powerful resources farmers already have available to them—and how regenerative management can turn those resources into real economic value.Keith shares the story behind Green Cover Seed and the experiments that convinced him of the power of diverse cover crop mixes. From capturing more sunlight and cycling nitrogen to improving soil structure, infiltration, mineral availability, and

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00:53:40

Growing Without Irrigation or Plastic with Jeff...

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2026/08/24

In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor sits down with longtime organic and biodynamic farmer Jeff Poppen to get practical about how he has built a resilient vegetable-growing system over decades.Jeff shares how healthy soil structure, generous applications of compost, cover crops, mineral management, careful crop rotation, and well-timed tillage allow him to conserve moisture and grow vegetables without irrigation. He explains his “dust mulch” approach to reducing evaporation, why he

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01:09:12

Building a Regenerative Poultry System That Works Ep....

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2026/08/17

In this episode of The Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Reginaldo Haslett-Marroquin shares the story behind his 63-acre Salvatierra Farm in Minnesota and the development of the Tree-Range System—a poultry-centered regenerative agroforestry model designed around collaboration, infrastructure, processing, and shared economic opportunity.Reginaldo explains why he believes individual farmers often struggle to succeed on their own and how coordinated networks can provide the processing, distribution, financing,

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01:32:42

Jerry Brunetti on the Hidden Intelligence Beneath Our...

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2026/08/10

What if soil is far more than a growing medium? In this fascinating episode, legendary agronomist and regenerative agriculture pioneer Jerry Brunetti explores the idea that soil functions as a living superorganism—a vast, interconnected ecosystem driven by roots, microbes, fungi, water, minerals, and sunlight. Drawing from decades of work in agronomy, livestock management, and human health, Jerry paints a compelling big-picture view of how healthy soil is built and why it is essential for the future

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00:54:31

A Farmer's Mindset: How Nicole Masters Inspires...

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2026/08/03

What does it really take to move agriculture forward? In this inspiring presentation from Eco-Ag 2021, renowned agroecologist Nicole Masters explores the mindset behind regenerative agriculture and why lasting transformation begins with people, not just practices.Drawing from decades of experience working with farmers and ranchers around the world, Nicole shares practical strategies for overcoming resistance to change, communicating with skeptical neighbors, and creating the conditions for

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01:13:31

The Future of Corn: Breaking Free from Big Ag with Ed...

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2026/07/27

For more than 50 years, Ed Baumgartner has dedicated his life to breeding better corn—but his journey has taken him from conventional agriculture to the forefront of regenerative farming. In this episode, Ed shares the remarkable story behind Bass Hybrids, his family's deep roots in the seed industry, and why he chose to build a non-GMO breeding program in an industry dominated by multinational corporations.Ed explains how decades of breeding for stronger root systems, drought resilience, nutrient

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02:05:36

When Innovation Becomes Illegal: The Fight for Food...

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2026/07/21

What happens when an innovative ranching model designed to rebuild local food systems attracts the attention of government regulators?In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Joel Hollingsworth of Smoke River Ranch to explore a story that goes far beyond one ranch. From overcoming Crohn's disease and building a regenerative cattle operation from scratch to creating a unique herdshare model that connects families directly to food production, Joel shares the vision

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01:18:34

Luke Jones: Mindset Before Management: Farming with...

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2026/07/20

What separates successful regenerative farmers from everyone else? According to Luke Jones, it starts with mindset. In this thought-provoking presentation, Luke shares his journey from conventional ag retail to building a regenerative farming operation focused on profitability, resilience and stewardship. Rather than chasing every new practice, he encourages farmers to understand their own unique context, start small, and build systems that fit their land, finances and goals.Along the way, Luke

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01:07:09

Bob Quinn: Growing Food as Medicine Starts with...

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2026/07/13

Bob Quinn has spent four decades challenging conventional agriculture—and proving that healthier soils produce healthier people. In this conversation, the fourth-generation Montana grain farmer, scientist, and founder of the Quinn Institute joins Taylor Henry to discuss the future of regenerative and organic agriculture, the connection between food and chronic disease, and why farmers should be recognized for growing food as medicine.Bob shares the story of his family's transition from conventional

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01:14:46

Food Is Medicine: How Regenerative Farms Are...

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2026/07/06

Can regenerative agriculture help solve America's healthcare crisis? In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Erin Martin Hollinsworth, founder and executive director of FreshRx Oklahoma, a nationally recognized Food Is Medicine program connecting healthcare providers, regenerative farmers and patients through produce prescriptions.Erin shares how FreshRx has invested more than $1 million into local farms while helping patients reverse chronic diseases like Type 2

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01:19:10

Jeff Poppen: The Barefoot Farmer on Biodynamics &...

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2026/06/29

What can modern farmers learn from the origins of biodynamic agriculture? In this presentation from the Eco-Ag Conference, Jeff Poppen—better known as the Barefoot Farmer—shares decades of hands-on farming experience while exploring the principles of Rudolf Steiner's agricultural teachings. From composting and livestock integration to soil biology, crop rotations, and farm self-sufficiency, Jeff explains how healthy soil creates healthy food. Blending practical wisdom, historical perspective,

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01:02:57

Regenerative Gardening, Flower Farming & Building...

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2026/06/22

What happens when a former corporate professional, journalist, and ballet dancer trades boardrooms for flower fields? In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Briana Bosch, of Blossom and Branch Farm and author of The Regenerative Gardener’s Handbook.Briana shares her journey from corporate America back to her family’s agricultural roots, building a successful flower farm while challenging conventional growing practices. The conversation explores regenerative

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01:25:09

Invisible Stressors: EMFs, Livestock Health & the...

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2026/06/15

What if one of the biggest challenges facing livestock, crops and human health is something we can’t see?In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, Taylor Henry sits down with Dan Stachofsky of Essential Energy Solutions to explore the growing impact of electromagnetic fields (EMFs) on regenerative agriculture, livestock performance and overall farm health.Dan shares the personal journey that led him into EMF research, how his family’s health struggles opened the door to bioenergetics, and why he

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01:00:42

Silvopasture Strategies with Austin Unruh Ep. 110

The Acres U.S.A. Podcast ·

2026/06/08

In this episode of the Acres U.S.A. Podcast, host Taylor Henry sits down with Austin Unruh, founder of Trees for Grazers and author of The Grazer’s Guide to Trees, to explore the real-world economics and management of silvopasture.Austin shares the lessons learned from establishing thousands of trees on working livestock farms, including the tree protection methods that are delivering 90%+ survival rates. The conversation dives into shade as a profit driver, the forage benefits of well-designed

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01:16:08

Regenerative Orcharding: Building Soil Health &...

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2026/06/01

What does it take to transform an orchard from a high-input production system into a thriving, resilient ecosystem? In this presentation from the 2024 Acres U.S.A. Eco-Ag Conference, regenerative agriculture consultant and orchard specialist Chuck Schembre shares his practical approach to regenerative orcharding.Drawing from decades of experience in vineyards, orchards, and diversified farming systems, Chuck explores how soil biology, mycorrhizal fungi, plant diversity, livestock integration, and

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