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Farmer Joel Salatin Thinks We Should Eliminate the USDA. Then What?
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Key Links Referenced:
- Jonathan Copess, Professor of Agricultural Policy, On the Farm Bill
- The Prime Act
- Previous episode with Joel Salatin
Topics Covered:
- Why Joel Salatin believes the USDA is unnecessary
- How a transparent, consumer-driven food system might work
- The role of small-scale farmers in reshaping the agricultural industry
- The challenges and opportunities in eliminating government oversight
Key Takeaways:
- Joel Salatin envisions a future where consumers, not bureaucrats, vet and regulate food producers.
- Eliminating the USDA could create space for innovation and local entrepreneurship but raises serious questions about trust and access.
- Small farms could thrive if regulatory hurdles were minimized, but only if consumers increase their food-sourcing engagement.
Links & Resources:
- Learn more about Joel Salatin’s work at Polyface Farms.
- Connect with OBIE weekly by subscribing to the show
- Follow the host by subscribing here
115 episodes
MP3•Episode home
Manage episode 451260583 series 2610147
Content provided by Dana DiPrima. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Dana DiPrima or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.
Key Links Referenced:
- Jonathan Copess, Professor of Agricultural Policy, On the Farm Bill
- The Prime Act
- Previous episode with Joel Salatin
Topics Covered:
- Why Joel Salatin believes the USDA is unnecessary
- How a transparent, consumer-driven food system might work
- The role of small-scale farmers in reshaping the agricultural industry
- The challenges and opportunities in eliminating government oversight
Key Takeaways:
- Joel Salatin envisions a future where consumers, not bureaucrats, vet and regulate food producers.
- Eliminating the USDA could create space for innovation and local entrepreneurship but raises serious questions about trust and access.
- Small farms could thrive if regulatory hurdles were minimized, but only if consumers increase their food-sourcing engagement.
Links & Resources:
- Learn more about Joel Salatin’s work at Polyface Farms.
- Connect with OBIE weekly by subscribing to the show
- Follow the host by subscribing here
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