Cultivating Change: Regenerative Agriculture with Dr. Rob Myers

December 04, 2024 00:46:11
Cultivating Change: Regenerative Agriculture with Dr. Rob Myers
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Cultivating Change: Regenerative Agriculture with Dr. Rob Myers

Dec 04 2024 | 00:46:11

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Show Notes

Can cover crops and soil microbiomes hold the key to transforming our current farming systems and boosting yields sustainably? 

Today on Tangled Taproot, hosts John Cowan, Christin Jameson, and Jackson speak with industry veteran Dr. Rob Myers, Ph.D., Director of the Center for Regenerative Agriculture at the University of Missouri and former USDA National Director of Sustainable Agriculture.  

The conversation explores the burgeoning world of regenerative farming and soil health. Dr. Myers shares insights on the critical role of soil microbial life and the challenges posed by post-World War II farming practices. Regenerative methods, such as cover crops, offer promise despite adoption hurdles. The episode reveals historical agricultural lessons from figures like Thomas Jefferson and George Washington, illustrating their lasting impact on modern practices. Dr. Myers highlights the growing bipartisan support for sustainable farming policies and explores innovative agricultural technologies, including drones and virtual fencing. You, the consumer, can also play a role in supporting regenerative agriculture, as a collective effort is desperately needed to build a sustainable food system. 

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