177: Should We Avoid “Commercial” Ranches and Farming? Ft Tara & Natalie from DiscoverAg

In this episode, Tara and Natalie dive into the controversial topic of "commercial" ranches and farming. They debunk myths about the negative impacts of meat and dairy production on the environment and highlight their nutritional benefits. The duo also explores the concept of regenerative agriculture and its potential for sustainable food systems. Later in the episode, they discuss the nutritional benefits of milk and address misconceptions about the beef industry. Tune in as they separate fact from fiction and share their perspectives on the role of meat and dairy in a nutritious diet. Natalie Kovarik and Tara Vander Dussen are the co-hosts of the Discover Ag docu-series as well as the popular podcast Discover Ag. Collectively they have been advocating for agriculture online on various social media platforms for over 10 years. Together they have fostered a community of over 220k, spoken on stages across the nation and globe, and empowered a community to reconnect to the agriculture industry and the hands that feed us. [00:01 - 07:12] Opening Segment ●      Tara and Natalie provide an introduction, detailing their personal and professional backgrounds, as well as the circumstances that led them to the ranch. ●      Both of them share their experiences and perspective on agriculture through social media and created the Discover Ag Podcast together. ●      They advocate for meat and dairy as vital to a nutritious diet and worry about the absence of such products in public schools, especially in New York. [07:13 - 18:01] Debunking Myths and Highlighting Meat’s Nutritional Benefits ●      Tara emphasizes the unique and essential nutrients that beef and dairy offer, which cannot be substituted by plant-based alternatives. ●      Tara argues that beef production mainly uses green water, which would fall from the sky regardless of whether or not the cattle were grazing on the land. ●      Natalie highlights the importance of cows in soil health and other byproducts and points out that cows contribute less than 4% of greenhouse gas emissions. ●      Tara enumerates what they believe are the reasons behind the war on meat and dairy. [18:02 - 27:04] Regenerative Agriculture for Sustainable Food Systems ●      Natalie discusses the concept of monoculture in the food system as a result of increased efficiency and specialization, which has led to a reduction in diversity and potential issues with food security. ●      They also note that monoculture farming can have negative impacts on soil health and ecosystem health. ●      She also explores regenerative agriculture, emphasizing the need to acknowledge its nuances and the absence of a one-size-fits-all solution for sustainable agriculture.   Key Quotes: “The further you are away from the food system, the more you fear it or question it.” - Natalie Kovarik   “Obviously, we feel like meat and dairy should both be at the forefront of like a nutritious diet.” -Tara Vander Dussen   “Every milk on the shelf is a nutrient powerhouse and is safe, you know, so whether it's within their budget to be organic or conventional like they should be able to feel good about those choices.” -Tara Vander Dussen   “Ruminant animals are the only animal or thing on the planet that actually can create protein.”  -Tara Vander Dussen   "People like to call all of us, you know, across the board from chicken to dairy to beef factory farm. 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